Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Muskegon Heights Neighborhood of Muskegon, MI from $600 (13 Rentals)

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Catalina Shores
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Catalina Shores

1900 Catalina DrMuskegon, MI 49444

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property at 2516 5th St

$750 - $775

1 Bedroom Rentals

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2516 5th St

Muskegon HeightsMI49444
property at 2901 Temple St

$800 - $1,095

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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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
Senior Living
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Muskegon Heights, Muskegon, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Muskegon Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Muskegon Heights area of Muskegon, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Catalina Shores priced from $1,309. Lake Forest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,313. Here are the most affordable Muskegon Heights apartments for rent in Muskegon, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Catalina ShoresAvalon1BR,1BA$1,309
Lake Forest Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,313
Mona Shores Flats1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Serenity Shores ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,450
The Hamptons of Norton Shores2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,463

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Muskegon Heights, MI

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Muskegon Heights area is the $1.27 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Hidden Cove in the in the East Muskegon neighborhood starting from $1,545. The second greatest value Muskegon Heights apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Hamptons of Norton Shores starting at $1,711 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Muskegon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Muskegon Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hidden CoveTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.27
The Hamptons of Norton Shores2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.44
Lake Forest Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.17
1938 Clinton St, Unit 11938 Clinton St2BR,1BA$1.16
Mona Shores FlatsBarrier Free Unit1BR,1BA$1.64
Serenity Shores ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
Catalina ShoresAvalon1BR,1BA$1.82
Harmony Lake Apartment HomesDune1BR,1BA$2.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Muskegon Heights, Muskegon, MI

Ranked #12

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Muskegon. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Muskegon Heights Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Muskegon Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Muskegon Heights is Catalina Shores which is listed at $1,309, while the average apartment in Muskegon Heights costs $2,100.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Muskegon Heights?

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 1 regular apartments in Muskegon Heights 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 Heights?

Cheap apartments in Muskegon Heights have an average cost of $124 which is $1,976 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Muskegon Heights.

Expert Rental Resources

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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