Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swan Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (60 Rentals)

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property at 55 Straight Ave SW

$1,300

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$1,300
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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 15

55 Straight Ave SW, Unit 55, Unit 55

55 Straight Ave SW
Grand RapidsMI49504
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The Waters Center
$1,500 - $2,500
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Waters Center

161 Ottawa Ave NWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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property at 411 6th St NW

$1,550 - $2,150

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$1,550 - $2,150
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2 To 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent

Available May 26

411 6th St NW

Grand RapidsMI49504

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101 South Division Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

101 Division Ave SGrand 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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Grand City Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand City Heights

333 Commerce Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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123 Division Ave S
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

123 Division Ave S

123 Division Ave SGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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One South
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One South

41 Division Ave SGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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600 Douglas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

600 Douglas

600 Douglas St NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504
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Swan, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

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 $1,060. Grand Central Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Swan apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
234 Market ApartmentsMicro Apartment Style HStudio,1BA$1,060
Grand Central LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
The HendrikStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
The Globe Apartments2x1a2BR,1BA$1,250
The MortonStudioStudio,1BA$1,296
Venue Tower ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
38 Commerce1Bed/1Bath Style B1BR,1BA$1,440
City View Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,445
Box Board LoftsS6Studio,1BA$1,445
Barley Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,469

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swan, MI

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swan area is the $1.86 price per square foot 700 Broadway Ave NW Model at 700 Broadway Ave NW, Unit 1A in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Swan apartment is the 851 Watson St SW Model at 851 Watson St SW, Unit 1 starting at $2,725 with a $1.95 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
700 Broadway Ave NW, Unit 1A700 Broadway Ave NW3BR,2BA$1.86
851 Watson St SW, Unit 1851 Watson St SW4BR,2BA$1.95
Seven45 StockingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46
618 Veto St NW618 Veto St NW4BR,1BA$1.78
Hopson Flats2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed)2BR,1BA$0.94
THE 616Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.95
City View Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.16
The Globe Apartments1x1e1BR,1BA$2.07
The MortonStudioStudio ,1BA$2.16
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.73

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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 $1,060.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Swan Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Swan Apartment is $1,150 at Grand Central Lofts.

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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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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