
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Johannesburg, MI from $300 (60 Rentals)
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Johannesburg, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johannesburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johannesburg Studio Apartments | $1,261 | $885 | $1,600 |
| Johannesburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,556 | $694 | $2,508 |
| Johannesburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,877 | $575 | $3,348 |
| Johannesburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $750 | $3,500 |
| Johannesburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $2,775 | $3,095 |
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Cheapest Available Johannesburg Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johannesburg, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood priced from $50. Presque Isle Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johannesburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Terrace | 1 Bedroom R | 1BR,1BA | $50 |
| Presque Isle Estates | 1412 | 2BR,1BA | $575 |
| Thunder Bay Estates | C22 | 2BR,1BA | $675 |
| Lake Shore Estates | 35 | 2BR,1BA | $675 |
| Oak Terrace | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $796 |
| Mackinaw Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Lighthouse Gardens Apartments | 1Br | 1BR,1BA | $1,146 |
| Sawmill Lofts | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Aspen Village | New Double-Wide | 3BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Cadillac Lofts | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johannesburg, MI and Nearby
As of August 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johannesburg area is the $1.63 price per square foot Ottawa Model at Liv East Bay in the starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Johannesburg apartment is the Townhouse Ln Model at Townhouse Lane starting at $1,395 with a $1.29 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Johannesburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liv East Bay | Ottawa | 5BR,2.5BA | $1.63 |
| Townhouse Lane | Townhouse Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Village Glen Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Lake Shore Estates | 35 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Mackinaw Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Lighthouse Gardens Apartments | 2Br | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Presque Isle Estates | 1520 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Thunder Bay Estates | C22 | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Oak Terrace | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Riverview Terrace | 1 Bedroom R | 1BR,1BA | $0.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johannesburg Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment is $50 at Riverview Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johannesburg Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johannesburg is starting from $575 at Presque Isle Estates.
What is the most affordable Johannesburg Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johannesburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Presque Isle Estates and starts from $750.
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