
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Grand Rapids Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (165 Rentals)
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911 Dayton St SW

405 Carrier St NE

1532 Hamilton Ave NW

28 Jefferson Ave

918 Watson St SW, Unit 2

Grand Central Lofts

652 Chatham St NW

111 Sweet St NE

111 Sweet St NE
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1220 Hamilton Ave NW

Westminster Meadows - Senior

814 Broadway Ave NW

Academy Manor

Northview Harbor - Grand Rapids, MI

The Orchards at Four Mile

918 Watson St SW, Unit #3

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Richmond Hills Apartments

Leonard East Apartments
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Leonard Apartments

1575 Coit Ave NE, Unit 4

827 Fulton St W, Unit 2

Oakview Apartments

234 Market Apartments

1101 Dayton St SW

840 Broadway Ave NW

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161 Union Ave NE, Unit Apt # 2

161 Union Ave NE, Unit Apt 2

1137 Muskegon Ave NW
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Bridge Street Lofts

Pineridge Apartments

Midtown CityZen

306 Gold Ave NW, Unit 1

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848 Crescent St NE, Unit 2F

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25 Seward Ave NW, Unit 2

The Hendrik

The Current

202 Leonard St NE

1216 Hamilton Ave NW
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Maryland Park

104 Diamond Ave SE

Highland Place Apartments

Lofts at the Kendall

Southview Apartments

405 Carrier St NE

Heritage Place Apartments

The Highlands Apartments

329 Lyon St NE

Studio Park Towers and Lofts
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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 | $1,367 | $950 | $2,500 |
| North Grand Rapids 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $750 | $3,728 |
| North Grand Rapids 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $950 | $3,600 |
| North Grand Rapids 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $740 | $4,372 |
| North Grand Rapids 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $640 | $5,058 |
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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 28 Jefferson Ave priced from $950. Academy Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,034. Here are the most affordable North Grand Rapids apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Jefferson Ave | A | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Academy Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,034 |
| Northview Harbor - Grand Rapids, MI | Harbor Light | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Orchards at Four Mile | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom w/ Patio Option | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Apple Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| 234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio,1BA | $1,140 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Bridge Street Lofts | Studio - 414 sf | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Grand Rapids, MI
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Grand Rapids area is the $0.49 price per square foot Rouge Model at Hopson Flats in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $658. The second greatest value North Grand Rapids apartment is the Rothbury Model at Beckwith Place Apartments starting at $1,949 with a $1.62 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopson Flats | Rouge | 4BR,2BA | $0.49 |
| Beckwith Place Apartments | Rothbury | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| 44 Portsmouth Pl NE, Unit 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 44 Portsmouth Pl NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Bayberry Pointe Apartments | Walk Through | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Seven45 Stocking | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Churchill Place Apartments | Two Bed One Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Lamberton Lake | The Sandpiper | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
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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 $1,159.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Grand Rapids?
The cheapest apartment in North Grand Rapids is 28 Jefferson Ave which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in North Grand Rapids costs $10,970.
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 16 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 $385 which is $10,585 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.

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