Cheap Apartments for Rent in Muskegon, MI from $300 (43 Rentals)

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Jefferson Towers
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Towers

1077 Jefferson StMuskegon, MI 49440
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TEN21 Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

TEN21 Apartments

1021 Jefferson StMuskegon, MI 49440
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Pine Grove Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Grove Manor

1764 E Apple AveMuskegon, MI 49442
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Apple Carr Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Apple Carr Village

516 Courtland LnMuskegon, MI 49442
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Barlcay Senior Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Barlcay Senior Village

1931 Barclay StMuskegon, MI 49441
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Seniors of Nelson Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seniors of Nelson Place

350 Houston AveMuskegon, MI 49441
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Summer Estates
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Estates

1356 Mosedale AveMuskegon, MI 49442

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Summit Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Square

3020 Peck StMuskegon Heights, MI 49444
Senior Living
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Muskegon, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Muskegon, MI

Pricing Updated: 10/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Muskegon, MI area range in price from $720 to $3,500 with an overall median price of $1,701. The three Muskegon neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are E Muskegon Norton Shores at $750, Beachwood Bluffton at $1,020, and Angell at $720. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Muskegon Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
E Muskegon Norton Shores$1,237$75015
Beachwood Bluffton$1,248$1,0204
Angell$1,295$72035
Marsh Field$1,395$75038
McLaughlin$1,460$75038
Nelson$1,460$75039
Downtown Muskegon$1,625$72028
Jackson Hill$1,625$72025
Lakeside$1,625$75034
Nims$1,625$75029

Cheapest Available Muskegon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Muskegon, MI is a Studio unit found at Eastwood Village Apartments in the Angell neighborhood priced from $800. Tiffany Woods in the Lakeside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,020. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Muskegon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eastwood Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Tiffany WoodsMaple1BR,1BA$1,020
Barclay Apartments & TownhomesPremium 1 Bed Townhouse1BR,1BA$1,055
Chesapeake Landing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,221
Lake Forest Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,233
Arbor Crossings1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
The Hamptons of Norton Shores2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,347
Amazon ApartmentsThe Cherry1BR,1BA$1,395
Mona Shores Flats1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Terrace FlatsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1,440

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Muskegon, MI

As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Muskegon area is the $1.16 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at Hidden Cove in the in the East Muskegon neighborhood starting from $1,780. The second greatest value Muskegon apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Summit at Harvey Townhomes starting at $2,050 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Muskegon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Muskegon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hidden CoveThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.16
The Summit at Harvey Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.44
Platinum PinesCypress2BR,2BA$1.57
The Hamptons of Norton Shores2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
1211 Pine St, Unit Apt 21211 Pine St3BR,1BA$1.48
Barclay Apartments & TownhomesPremium 1 Bed Townhouse1BR,1BA$1.06
Lake Forest Apartments2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.57
Tiffany WoodsMaple1BR,1BA$1.53
Eastwood Village ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.33
Glen Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.45

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Getting Around Muskegon, MI

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43 / 100

Car-Dependent

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46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Muskegon Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Muskegon?

The cheapest apartment in Muskegon is Tiffany Woods which is listed at $1,020, while the average apartment in Muskegon costs $1,701.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Muskegon?

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 8 regular apartments in Muskegon 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 Muskegon?

Cheap apartments in Muskegon have an average cost of $176 which is $1,525 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Muskegon.

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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.