Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Leonard Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (70 Rentals)

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property at 921 Davis Ave NW

921 Davis Ave NW

Grand RapidsMI49504

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property at 810 Hovey St SW

810 Hovey St SW

Grand RapidsMI49504

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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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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 Lafayette Apartment Homes priced from $995. The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable West Leonard apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lafayette Apartment HomesStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$995
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per BedroomStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Southview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,060
Bridge Street LoftsStudio - 451 sfStudio,1BA$1,165
234 Market ApartmentsMicro Apartment Style HStudio,1BA$1,170
Gateway at BelknapStudioStudio,1BA$1,204

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Leonard, MI

As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Leonard area is the $1.61 price per square foot Standard Townhome Model at 937 Fulton St W in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value West Leonard apartment is the 1114 3rd St NW Model at 1114 3rd St NW, Unit Unit -01 - Downstairs starting at $1,499 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout 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.
937 Fulton St WStandard Townhome4BR,4.5BA$1.61
1114 3rd St NW, Unit Unit -01 - Downstairs1114 3rd St NW3BR,1BA$1.15
511 Bridge St NW511 Bridge St NW3BR,1BA$1.68
749 Alpine Ave NW, Unit 749 Alpine749 Alpine Ave NW3BR,1BA$1.39
Seven45 StockingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38
Hopson Flats2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (Rate Per Bed)2BR,1BA$1.01
25 Lafayette Apartment Homes2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.57
239 Ann St NE, Unit 2239 Ann St NE2BR,1BA$1.22
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom2 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed2BR,2BA$1.24
28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B28 Jefferson Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.54

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West Leonard, Grand Rapids, MI

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including West Leonard, Grand Rapids, and the greater Grand Rapids area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Leonard Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Leonard?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Leonard is under $1,204.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Leonard?

The cheapest apartment in West Leonard is Southview Apartments which is listed at $1,060, while the average apartment in West Leonard costs $2,700.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Leonard?

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 32 regular apartments in West Leonard 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 West Leonard?

Cheap apartments in West Leonard have an average cost of $214 which is $2,486 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Leonard.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!