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Shelby, MI Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Shelby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,250 | $750 | $1,900 |
| Shelby 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,616 | $1,125 | $2,950 |
| Shelby 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,125 | $1,300 | $2,795 |
| Shelby 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,597 | $2,595 | $2,600 |
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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 |
| Park Terrace | 1B-ABF774L | 1BR,1BA | $873 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, MI and Nearby
As of June 20, 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 $1,699 with a $1.41 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 | $1.41 |
| Lake Forest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Amazon Apartments | The Oak | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Haven at Grand Landing | The Boardwalk Plus | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Park Terrace | 2B-B-1059M | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Tiffany Woods | Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Woodland Ridge | Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Autumn Grove (Newaygo) | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Eastwood Village Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.42 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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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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What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Shelby, MI with pricing that ranges from $379 to $4,093. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby ranging from $750 to $2,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelby?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelby ranges from $750 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,897.
Expert Rental Resources
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.