
Cheap Homes for Rent in Nelson Neighborhood of Muskegon, MI from $700 (6 Rentals)
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314 Washington Ave

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Nelson, Muskegon, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Nelson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Nelson 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,198 | $1,070 | $1,300 |
Nelson 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,573 | $1,100 | $1,875 |
Nelson 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,495 | $1,495 | $1,495 |
Nelson 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 6 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 Barclay Apartments & Townhomes priced from $875. 930 Washington Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent in Muskegon, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Barclay Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
930 Washington Ave | I | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Amazon Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, MI
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.62 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Amazon Apartments in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $1,980. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 1473 Montgomery Ave Model at 1473 Montgomery Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,600 with a $1.45 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. |
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Amazon Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
1473 Montgomery Ave, Unit 1 | 1473 Montgomery Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Leonard Luxury Apartments | Furnished Middle City View | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Terrace Flats | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
HighPoint Flats Apartments | Unit C | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
930 Washington Ave | I | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Barclay Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
1596 8th St, Unit 4 | 1596 8th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nelson
What type of rentals are currently available in Nelson?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Nelson, MI with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,500. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Nelson ranging from $750 to $2,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Nelson?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Nelson ranges from $750 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,548.
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