
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the North Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $841 (51 Rentals)


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28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B, Unit B

918 Watson St SW, Unit 2

202 Leonard St NE

919 Courtney St NW

743 7th St NW, Unit 2

Autumn Ridge Apartment Homes

Westminster Meadows - Senior

Northview Harbor - Grand Rapids, MI

Academy Manor
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The Orchards at Four Mile

Diamond Place I

101 Dean St NE

2500 Fuller Ave NE

814 Broadway Ave NW

840 Broadway Ave NW

Oakview Apartments

Leonard East Apartments

Leonard Apartments

317 Prospect Ave NE
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918 Watson St SW, Unit Unit #3

Pineridge Apartments

Grand Central Lofts

Greenfield Apartment Homes

161 Union Ave NE, Unit Apt 2

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161 Union Ave NE, Unit Apt # 2, Unit Apt # 2

1101 Dayton St SW

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848 Crescent St NE

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25 Seward Ave NW, Unit 2, Unit 2

Maryland Park
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432 Fountain Apartments

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101 South Division Lofts

Emerald Flats

Marsh Ridge - A Senior Community

123 Division Ave S

43 Lafayette Ave

Fountain Hill Flats

Lofts on Prospect

Orchard Place
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Kentview Garden's Apartments

500 Cedar St NE

600 Douglas

225 Lyon

Alpine Slopes Apartments

Apple Ridge Apartments

York Creek Apartments

Royal Glen ~ Boutique Cottage Style Living Meets Hassle Free Leasing

Hampton Lakes Apartments

Hillview Apartments
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North Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Grand Rapids?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Grand Rapids Studio Apartments | $1,329 | $950 | $2,500 |
North Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $841 | $3,700 |
| North Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $899 | $5,000 |
| North Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,152 | $740 | $3,791 |
| North Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $640 | $3,999 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Grand Rapids Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Grand Rapids?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Grand Rapids is under $1,090.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Grand Rapids?
The cheapest apartment in North Grand Rapids is Westminster Meadows - Senior which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in North Grand Rapids costs $2,099.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Grand Rapids?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 38 regular apartments in North Grand Rapids that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Grand Rapids?
Cheap apartments in North Grand Rapids have an average cost of $363 which is $1,736 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Grand Rapids.
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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI
Written by: Mike Heuer
I grew up near Grand Rapids and have visited the growing city and its surrounding area many times. It is a true jewel of southwestern Michigan and very close to Lake Michigan and many other great locales.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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