
Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Ottawa Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $555 (5 Rentals)


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Ottawa Hills, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottawa Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Hills Studio Apartments | $1,351 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Ottawa Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $440 | $3,247 |
| Ottawa Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $500 | $3,275 |
Ottawa Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $555 | $2,953 |
| Ottawa Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $903 | $680 | $1,995 |
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Best Local Schools in Ottawa Hills, Grand Rapids, MI
East Grand Rapids High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ottawa Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ottawa Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ottawa Hills is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Ottawa Hills is Kabo Flats at Boston Square which is listed at $555, while the average apartment in Ottawa Hills costs $3,599.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ottawa Hills?
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 5 regular apartments in Ottawa Hills 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 Ottawa Hills?
Cheap apartments in Ottawa Hills have an average cost of $570 which is $3,029 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ottawa Hills.
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