
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Leonard Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $465 (122 Rentals)
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1587 Plainfield Ave NE

405 Carrier St NE

652 Chatham St NW

Grand Central Lofts

615 Prospect Ave NE

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616 Sibley St NW, Unit 616 Sibley 2

202 Leonard St NE

Grand View Place

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The Current

107 Lexington Ave SW

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407 11th St NW

Lofts on Grove

Barley Flats

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425 Lyon St NE

209 Seward Ave NW

948 Park St SW

Bridge Street Lofts

Lofts at the Kendall

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800 Broadway Ave NW

155 National Ave NW

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1126 Jennette Ave NW

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West Leonard, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Leonard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Leonard Studio Apartments | $1,423 | $875 | $3,375 |
| West Leonard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $950 | $3,500 |
| West Leonard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $997 | $3,495 |
| West Leonard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $670 | $3,077 |
| West Leonard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $655 | $3,419 |
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Cheapest Available West Leonard Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Leonard area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Grand View Place priced from $1,065. One South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable West Leonard apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand View Place | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| One South | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Richmond Hills Apartments | One Bedroom Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Verdant | Elevated on Bridge Street - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| The Morton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,335 |
| Gateway at Belknap | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,341 |
| Bradford Station | F | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Leonard, MI
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Leonard area is the $0.71 price per square foot Myers Model at Hopson Flats in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $810. The second greatest value West Leonard apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Seven45 Stocking starting at $1,545 with a $1.48 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopson Flats | Myers | 3BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Seven45 Stocking | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 618 Veto St NW, Unit 2 | 618 Veto St NW | 4BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Trowbridge Flats | 2 bedroom 2 bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 951 Chatham St NW, Unit 949 Chatham St NW | 951 Chatham St NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Waters House Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Grand View Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 616 Sibley St NW, Unit 616 Sibley Unit 2 | 616 Sibley St NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom | 4 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed | 4BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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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 $1,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Leonard?
The cheapest apartment in West Leonard is Grand Central Lofts which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in West Leonard costs $1,575.
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 31 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 $481 which is $1,094 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Leonard.
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