
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Hill Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (64 Rentals)
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40 Benjamin Ave SE

The Morton

Grand Central Lofts

1354 Wealthy St SE

1007 Jackson St NW

Burton Square Apartments

The Globe Apartments

Academy Manor

921 Davis Ave NW
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Freyling Mendels Apartments

Midtown CityZen

Diamond Place I

535 Howard St SE

812 Butterworth St SW

928 Chatham St NW

234 Market Apartments

961-963 Eastern Ave SE

423 8th St NW

642 Cherry St SE
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317 Prospect Ave NE

Bridge Street Lofts

116 Gold Ave SW

814 Broadway Ave NW

801 Prospect Ave SE

817 3rd St NW

944 Davis Ave NW

934 Hovey St SW

1716 Eastern Ave SE

1831 Francis Ave SE
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703 Fremont Ave NW

Waters House Apartments

549 Logan St SE

536 Lafayette Ave SE

444 Paris Ave SE

103 Lexington Ave NW

810 Hovey St SW

Samaritas Affordable Senior Living (55+)

Atlantis House

Emerald Flats
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432 Fountain Apartments

166 Lafayette Apartments

Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE

Lafayette Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

Grand View Place

Indian Village Apartments

Lofts on Prospect

Metropolitan Park Apartments

Stockbridge Apartments
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South Hill, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Hill Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $946 | $2,500 |
| South Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $875 | $3,700 |
| South Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $870 | $5,000 |
| South Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $740 | $2,804 |
| South Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $640 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available South Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Hill area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE priced from $750. The Morton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $946. Here are the most affordable South Hill apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| The Morton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $946 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Academy Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $982 |
| Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| 234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Waters House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Belknap Place | The Bluff | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Clipper Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Hill, MI
As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Hill area is the $1.45 price per square foot 906 Fairmount St SE Model at 906 Fairmount St SE in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value South Hill apartment is the 3 Bedroom Loft Model at The Baldwin starting at $2,150 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 906 Fairmount St SE | 906 Fairmount St SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Baldwin | 3 Bedroom Loft | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Historic Kingsley Building | 2bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 217 Ghilda Pl NE, Unit 217 Ghilda | 217 Ghilda Pl NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 601 Michigan | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 511 Bridge St NW | 511 Bridge St NW | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Seven45 Stocking | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Hopson Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed) | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 1110 Fulton St E, Unit 1 | 1110 Fulton St E | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Hill is under $1,240.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Hill?
The cheapest apartment in South Hill is The Globe Apartments which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in South Hill costs $3,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Hill?
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 34 regular apartments in South Hill 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 South Hill?
Cheap apartments in South Hill have an average cost of $199 which is $3,201 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Hill.
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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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