Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Leonard Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (76 Rentals)

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property at 202 Leonard St NE

$950 - $1,200

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202 Leonard St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503

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property at 329 Lyon St NE

$1,274 - $1,424

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 15

329 Lyon St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503

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Atlantis House
4 Bedroom Apartments

Atlantis House

429-431 Washington StGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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432 Fountain Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432 Fountain Apartments

432 Fountain St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lafayette Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

143-145 Lafayette Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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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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West Leonard, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Leonard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Leonard area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Richmond Hills Apartments priced from $1,075. 234 Market Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,105. Here are the most affordable West Leonard apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Richmond Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
234 Market ApartmentsMicro Apartment Style HStudio,1BA$1,105
Gateway at BelknapStudioStudio,1BA$1,188
The CurrentStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
The HendrikStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Waters House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,280
Heritage Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,294
Southview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,300
The Highlands ApartmentsStudio- RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Leonard, MI

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Leonard area is the $0.94 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Morton in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value West Leonard apartment is the 2Bed/2Bath Style C Model at 38 Commerce starting at $2,035 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Leonard apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The MortonTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.94
38 Commerce2Bed/2Bath Style C2BR,2BA$1.59
44 Portsmouth Pl NE, Unit 2 Bedroom 1 Bath44 Portsmouth Pl NE2BR,1BA$1.21
Hopson FlatsMyers3BR,1BA$0.64
Seven45 StockingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.48
City View Flats2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.73
876 Courtney St NW, Unit 876 CourtneyStreet876 Courtney St NW3BR,1BA$1.67
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom4 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed4BR,2BA$0.96
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed2BR,1BA$1.73
28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B28 Jefferson Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.54

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Leonard Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Leonard?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Leonard is at 234 Market Apartments listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Leonard Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Leonard Apartment is $1,145 at Richmond Hills Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Leonard Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Leonard is starting from $1,541 at Seven45 Stocking.

What is the most affordable West Leonard Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Leonard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lofts on Alabama and starts from $2,548.

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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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