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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ionia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ionia Studio Apartments | $1,186 | $1,025 | $1,557 |
Ionia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,574 | $497 | $2,435 |
Ionia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,932 | $832 | $3,455 |
Ionia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $1,517 | $3,019 |
Ionia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,995 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available Ionia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ionia, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Sandstone Creek Apartments priced from $875. Park Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ionia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sandstone Creek Apartments | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Park Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Emerson Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Maplewood Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
DeGroff Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Grandview Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Portland School | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,021 |
Burtons Landing Apartments | 0 Bed, 1 Bath - 442 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Wellington Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Boardwalk Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ionia, MI and Nearby
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ionia area is the $1.00 price per square foot Townhome Model at Burton East Apartments in the in the Ridgemoor neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Ionia apartment is the 3961 Camelot Drive Model at 3961 Camelot Dr SE starting at $1,995 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Ridgemoor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ionia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Burton East Apartments | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
3961 Camelot Dr SE | 3961 Camelot Drive | 4BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Parker's Landing | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
Wellington Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Portland School | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Grandview Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Sandstone Creek Apartments | Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Boardwalk Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Emerson Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Park Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Getting Around Ionia, MI
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ionia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ionia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ionia Apartment is $875 at Sandstone Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ionia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ionia is starting from $1,000 at Grandview Manor Apartments.
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