
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nelson Neighborhood of Muskegon, MI from $300 (24 Rentals)
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Muskegon Townhouses

Park Terrace

Oakhill Village

Lofts of Muskegon

Total Monthly Price
1365 Peck St, Unit 1365 Peck Street Unit #2, Unit 1365 Peck Street Unit #2

Barclay Apartments & Townhomes

121 E Holbrook Ave
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488 W Muskegon Ave

930 Washington Ave

Terrace Flats

Total Monthly Price
1209 Pine St, Unit 1209 Pine Apt #2, Unit 1209 Pine Apt #2

1101 Spring St

Jefferson Towers

Samaritas Affordable Living Muskegon

TEN21 Apartments
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The Berkshire Muskegon Senior Apartments

216 W Grand Ave

Village at Jackson Hill

Seniors of Nelson Place

Barclay Senior Village

The Regency

2516 5th St

2016 Reynolds St
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Nelson, Muskegon, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $700 | $1,300 |
| Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $750 | $2,700 |
| Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $887 | $3,500 |
| Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $1,019 | $1,955 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Nelson Neighborhood of Muskegon, MI.
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Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nelson area of Muskegon, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Terrace priced from $873. Barclay Apartments & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent in Muskegon, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Terrace | 1B-ABF774L | 1BR,1BA | $873 |
| Barclay Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| 930 Washington Ave | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Terrace Flats | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Amazon Apartments | The Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, MI
As of May 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2B-B-1059M Model at Park Terrace in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $1,383. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the Apartment E Model at Lake View Lofts starting at $1,850 with a $1.85 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Terrace | 2B-B-1059M | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Lake View Lofts | Apartment E | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 1211 Pine St, Unit Apt 2 | 1211 Pine St | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Amazon Apartments | The Timber | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1209 Pine St, Unit 1209 Pine Apt #2 | 1209 Pine St | 3BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Leonard Luxury Apartments | Furnished Middle City View | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Terrace Flats | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 930 Washington Ave | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Barclay Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNelson, Muskegon, MI
Ranked #13
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Nelson?
The cheapest apartment in Nelson is Park Terrace which is listed at $873, while the average apartment in Nelson costs $1,422.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Nelson?
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 5 regular apartments in Nelson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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