Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nelson Neighborhood of Muskegon, MI from $300 (28 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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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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property at 2642 Riordan St

2642 Riordan St

Muskegon HeightsMI49444

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Nelson, Muskegon, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nelson area of Muskegon, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Barclay Apartments & Townhomes priced from $1,030. Terrace Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent in Muskegon, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,030
Terrace FlatsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1,275
HighPoint Flats ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Amazon ApartmentsThe Cherry1BR,1BA$1,455
Lake View LoftsApartment E2BR,1BA$1,850
Leonard Luxury ApartmentsUnfurnished Middle City View1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, MI

As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.85 price per square foot Apartment E Model at Lake View Lofts in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Apartment Model at Barclay Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,030 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Lakeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lake View LoftsApartment E2BR,1BA$1.85
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.14
Leonard Luxury ApartmentsFurnished Middle City View1BR,1BA$3.24
Amazon ApartmentsThe Cherry1BR,1BA$2.01
Terrace FlatsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1.99
HighPoint Flats ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20
233 Delaware Ave, Unit 2233 Delaware Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
1094 Williams St, Unit 21094 Williams St2BR,1BA$1.50

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Nelson, Muskegon, MI

Ranked #14

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Michigan, including Muskegon. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Nelson Neighborhood in Muskegon, MI

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment is $1,095 at Barclay Apartments & Townhomes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is starting from $1,030 at Barclay Apartments & Townhomes.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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