Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (67 Rentals)

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Atlantis House
4 Bedroom Apartments

Atlantis House

429-431 Washington StGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Emerald Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Flats

811 Emerald Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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432 Fountain Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432 Fountain Apartments

432 Fountain St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Holiday Gardens Leonard
2 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Gardens Leonard

1210-1220 Northfield Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49505
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Lafayette Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

143-145 Lafayette Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Grand View Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand View Place

936 Front AveGrand Rapids, MI 49504
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Lofts on Prospect
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts on Prospect

253 Prospect Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Stockbridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments

636 1st St NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504
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Half Century Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Half Century Apartments

14-16 Jefferson Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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North Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Grand Rapids Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Grand Rapids area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Marsh Ridge - A Senior Community priced from $903. Academy Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $982. Here are the most affordable North Grand Rapids apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marsh Ridge - A Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$903
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$982
The Orchards at Four Mile1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$985
Rolling PinesWhite Pine1BR,1BA$999
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
HoM Flats at MaynardOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,030
Alpine Slopes ApartmentsStratton Single1BR,1BA$1,043
Diamond Place I1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,048
Lafayette Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Grand Rapids, MI

As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Grand Rapids area is the $1.52 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at THE 616 in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value North Grand Rapids apartment is the Ashford Model at Wyndham Hill starting at $1,582 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Grand Rapids apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
THE 616Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.52
Wyndham HillAshford2BR,2BA$1.44
Stonebrook Townhomes I & IITownhome Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Seven45 StockingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.48
817 Chatham St NW, Unit #2817 Chatham St NW3BR,1BA$1.50
Hopson Flats2 bed/Price per Bed2BR,1BA$0.91
239 Ann St NE, Unit 2239 Ann St NE2BR,1BA$1.22
Oakview Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 760 sq ft1BR,1BA$1.41
Marsh Ridge - A Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.34
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom4 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed4BR,2BA$0.93

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North Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, MI

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States, including Grand Rapids. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the North Grand Rapids Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

3 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,075.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Grand Rapids?

The cheapest apartment in North Grand Rapids is Marsh Ridge - A Senior Community which is listed at $903, while the average apartment in North Grand Rapids costs $2,245.

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 45 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 $230 which is $2,015 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Grand Rapids.

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