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

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property at 1101 Spring St

$1,295 - $1,450

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1101 Spring St

MuskegonMI49442
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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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Seniors of Nelson Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seniors of Nelson Place

350 Houston AveMuskegon, MI 49441
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The Regency
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Regency

860 Marquette AveMuskegon, MI 49442
property at 2516 5th St

$750 - $775

1 Bedroom Rentals

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2516 5th 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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Terrace1B-ABF774L1BR,1BA$873
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$915
930 Washington AveB1BR,1BA$1,200
Terrace FlatsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1,275
Amazon ApartmentsThe Spruce1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Terrace2B-B-1059M2BR,2BA$1.31
Lake View LoftsApartment E2BR,1BA$1.85
1211 Pine St, Unit Apt 21211 Pine St3BR,1BA$1.48
Amazon ApartmentsThe Timber2BR,1BA$1.67
1209 Pine St, Unit 1209 Pine Apt #21209 Pine St3BR,1BA$1.44
Leonard Luxury ApartmentsFurnished Middle City View1BR,1BA$3.24
Terrace FlatsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1.79
930 Washington AveB1BR,1BA$1.94
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.53

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Nelson, Muskegon, MI

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

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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!

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

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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.