
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelby, MI from $300 (39 Rentals)
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Park Place Apartments

Autumn Grove (Newaygo)

Beverly Hills Apartments

Eastwood Village Apartments

Glen Oaks Apartments

Muskegon Townhouses

Park Terrace

Oakhill Village
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Lofts of Muskegon

Barclay Apartments & Townhomes

Shores of Roosevelt Park

Robbins Nest

Reserve at Norton Shores

Lakeshore Flats

Lofts on Rowe

Tiffany Woods

930 Washington Ave
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Arbor Crossings

Terrace Flats

Woodland Ridge

2417 Reynolds St

Pine Grove Manor

Chesapeake Landing

1126 Holt St

232 E Lincoln Ave

3041 Park St
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Liv Wildwood

1633 Peck St

18230 Swiss Dr

18220 Swiss Dr

1165 W Dale Ave

16548 Taft Rd

384 Iona Ave

1096 Wood St

1768 Elwood St
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112 8th St

2174 Continental St

2016 Reynolds St
Shelby, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby Studio Apartments | $1,040 | $850 | $1,245 |
| Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $379 | $4,238 |
| Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $519 | $3,627 |
| Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $1,019 | $2,595 |
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Cheapest Available Shelby Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Autumn Grove (Newaygo) priced from $519. Eastwood Village Apartments in the Angell neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Grove (Newaygo) | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $519 |
| Eastwood Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Glen Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
| Park Terrace | 1B-ABF774L | 1BR,1BA | $873 |
| Barclay Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Shores of Roosevelt Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Tiffany Woods | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Lofts on Rowe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| 930 Washington Ave | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Terrace Flats | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, MI and Nearby
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.23 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Hidden Cove in the in the East Muskegon neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the Sloop Model at Shoreline Landing Apartments starting at $1,685 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Muskegon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Cove | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Shoreline Landing Apartments | Sloop | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Lake Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Park Terrace | 2B-B-1059M | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Chesapeake Landing | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Arbor Crossings | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Woodland Ridge | Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Autumn Grove (Newaygo) | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Eastwood Village Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.42 |
| Barclay Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelby Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby Apartment is $863 at Glen Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelby Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelby is starting from $519 at Autumn Grove (Newaygo).
What is the most affordable Shelby Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shelby Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tiffany Woods and starts from $1,500.
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