
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marcellus, MI from $700 (54 Rentals)
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Hope Woods Senior Apartments

Briargate Apartments

Timberwood Crossing

Forest View On 11th

Chestnut Hills Apartments

Lawrence Downs

Mill Creek Apartments

Mallard Cove Apartments

Peppertree Apartments
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Briarwood Apartments

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Pines West Apartments

Cedar Trail Apartments

Woodstone Apartments

Greenspire Apartments

The View Apartments and Townhomes

Winchell Way Apartments

Centre Meadows - Senior Community
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Saddle Creek Apartments

The Vista Apartments and Townhomes

Willow Creek Apartments

Foxwood and The Hermitage

Prinwood Place

Authentix Kalamazoo

Tall Oaks Apartment Homes

Tall Timbers

Murray’s Flats

River Trail Apartments
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Mulberry Point

Decatur Downs

16950 Woodland Dr

24054-2M-43 M-43

444 Garland St

Woodfield Apartment Homes

1068 Colonial Trail W

Woodland Valley Apartments

5512 Patriots Ln

Country Ridge
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3931 Auburn Ln

3510 Kenbrooke Ct

2321 Hazel Ave

8040 S Westnedge Ave

5498 Toms Pl

3938 King Edwards Ct

1059 Colonial Trail W

3947 Auburn Ln

215 W Maple St

Centre Street Village Townhomes
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Marcellus, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marcellus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marcellus Studio Apartments | $1,202 | $895 | $2,000 |
| Marcellus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,196 | $750 | $2,000 |
| Marcellus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $825 | $2,585 |
| Marcellus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $900 | $2,554 |
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Cheapest Available Marcellus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marcellus, MI is a Studio unit found at Timberwood Crossing in the Milwood neighborhood priced from $895. Lawrence Downs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marcellus apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberwood Crossing | Studio Ranch Reno | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Lawrence Downs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Mallard Cove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Briarwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Cedar Trail Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Walnut Trail Apartments | One Bedroom - Expanded | 1BR,1BA | $997 |
| Woodstone Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Greenspire Apartments | 1 Bedroom Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,063 |
| The View Apartments and Townhomes | Upper Flat I | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Winchell Way Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marcellus, MI and Nearby
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marcellus area is the $1.59 price per square foot Haydenwood Model at Redwood Portage in the starting from $2,142. The second greatest value Marcellus apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 49877 Model at Murray’s Flats starting at $1,330 with a $1.45 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Marcellus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Portage | Haydenwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Murray’s Flats | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 49877 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Pines West Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Winchell Way Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Willow Creek Apartments | The Woodcreek | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Briarwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Walnut Trail Apartments | One Bedroom - Expanded | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Lawrence Downs | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Mallard Cove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Cedar Trail Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marcellus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marcellus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marcellus is at Timberwood Crossing listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marcellus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marcellus Apartment is $925 at Lawrence Downs.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marcellus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marcellus is starting from $1,049 at Mallard Cove Apartments.
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