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218 E River St

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Brookwood Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookwood Manor

202 Mary StClare, MI 48617
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North Star Rentals
1 Bedroom Apartments

North Star Rentals

1119 W Lake StTawas City, MI 48763
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Saint Helen, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Saint Helen Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Saint Helen, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkside Apartments priced from $598. Thunder Bay Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Saint Helen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$598
Thunder Bay EstatesB82BR,1BA$650
Corning Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
French Quarters Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$825
Northwind ForestBirch1BR,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint Helen, MI and Nearby

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saint Helen area is the $1.78 price per square foot Rosewood Model at Redwood Midland in the starting from $2,297. The second greatest value Saint Helen apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at White Pines - Harrison starting at $1,159 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Allendale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint Helen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redwood MidlandRosewood2BR,2BA$1.78
White Pines - Harrison3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Pines45 ApartmentsCedar2BR,2BA$1.48
Alger Apartments2 bed - 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.52
French Quarters Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Thunder Bay EstatesB82BR,1BA$0.89
Northwind Forestbirch fu1BR,1BA$1.33
Woodland Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom Haven1BR,1BA$1.45
Parkside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Corning Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Saint Helen Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Helen Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Helen Apartment is $598 at Parkside Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Saint Helen is starting from $630 at Parkside Apartments.

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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

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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

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