
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swan Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (37 Rentals)
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1007 Jackson St NW

209 Valley Ave NW

812 Butterworth St SW

928 Chatham St NW

234 Market Apartments

205 Valley Ave NW

Bridge Street Lofts

116 Gold Ave SW
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817 3rd St NW

934 Hovey St SW

103 Lexington Ave NW

810 Hovey St SW

Barley Flats

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731 Stocking Ave NW

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Seven45 Stocking

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921 4th St NW

101 South Division Lofts
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123 Division Ave S

921 Dayton St SW

One South

600 Douglas

1153 Bridge St NW

One Oakes
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300 Straight Ave NW
Swan, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Studio Apartments | $1,369 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Swan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $995 | $3,700 |
| Swan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $860 | $5,000 |
| Swan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $780 | $2,750 |
| Swan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $650 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Swan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swan area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at 234 Market Apartments priced from $1,070. The Globe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Swan apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 234 Market Apartments | Studio Apartment Style G/J | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| The Globe Apartments | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Venue Tower Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Hendrik | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,296 |
| Lofts on Alabama | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,313 |
| The Morton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,321 |
| Seven45 Stocking | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Grand Central Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Studio Park Lofts & Tower | 121 Studio Piazza View | Studio,1BA | $1,420 |
| 601 West | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swan, MI
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swan area is the $1.95 price per square foot 851 Watson St SW Model at 851 Watson St SW, Unit 1 in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,725. The second greatest value Swan apartment is the 511 Bridge St NW Model at 511 Bridge St NW starting at $1,800 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 851 Watson St SW, Unit 1 | 851 Watson St SW | 4BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| 511 Bridge St NW | 511 Bridge St NW | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Lofts on Alabama | Three Bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.24 |
| Seven45 Stocking | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Hopson Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed) | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| THE 616 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Arena Place Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Grand Central Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1d | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Swan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Swan is at 234 Market Apartments listed at $1,070.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swan Apartment is $1,250 at The Globe Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Swan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Swan is starting from $1,250 at The Globe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Swan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Swan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Globe Apartments and starts from $2,063.
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