Cheap Apartments for Rent in Muskegon, MI from $300 (36 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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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
property at 2516 5th St

$795 - $850

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2516 5th St

Muskegon HeightsMI49444
property at 2901 Temple St

$800 - $1,200

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2901 Temple St

Muskegon HeightsMI49444
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Summit Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Square

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

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Muskegon, MI

Pricing Updated: 03/16/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Muskegon, MI area range in price from $800 to $2,600 with an overall median price of $1,943. The three Muskegon neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Norton Shores at $1,000, Muskegon Heights at $800, and E Muskegon Norton Shores at $800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Muskegon Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Norton Shores$1,000$1,0001
Muskegon Heights$1,375$8005
E Muskegon Norton Shores$1,385$8005
East Muskegon$1,395$1,1951
Campbell Field$1,750$1,6954
Nims$1,750$1,6954
Lakeside$1,995$1,9951
Jackson Hill$2,275$2,2751
Downtown Muskegon$2,600$1,2007
Marsh Field$2,600$80016

Cheapest Available Muskegon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Muskegon, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Terrace in the Lakeside neighborhood priced from $873. Glen Oaks Apartments in the Marsh Field neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Muskegon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Terrace1B-A-774LI1BR,1BA$873
Glen Oaks ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$915
Shores of Roosevelt ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Tiffany WoodsCedar2BR,1BA$1,050
The Hamptons of Norton Shores1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,139
930 Washington AveB1BR,1BA$1,200
Chesapeake Landing1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,244
Terrace FlatsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Muskegon, MI

As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Muskegon area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Summit at Harvey Townhomes in the in the Muskegon Heights neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Muskegon apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Lake Forest Apartments starting at $1,366 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Lakeside 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.
The Summit at Harvey Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.47
Lake Forest Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.21
488 W Muskegon Ave, Unit 1488 W Muskegon Ave2BR,1BA$1.29
Tiffany WoodsCedar2BR,1BA$1.11
Mona Shores FlatsBarrier Free Unit1BR,1BA$1.64
Arbor Crossings2 Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.41
The Hamptons of Norton Shores1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Park Terrace1B-A-774LI1BR,1BA$1.13
Shores of Roosevelt ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Muskegon Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Muskegon Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Muskegon Apartment is $873 at Park Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Muskegon Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Muskegon is starting from $1,043 at Park Terrace.

What is the most affordable Muskegon Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Muskegon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chesapeake Landing and starts from $1,421.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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