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Shelby, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Shelby?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Shelby 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,336 | $950 | $2,150 |
Shelby 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,853 | $1,100 | $3,099 |
Shelby 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,075 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
Shelby 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $2,600 | $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 Jackson Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Autumn Grove (Newaygo) | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $519 |
Eastwood Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Glen Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $858 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, MI and Nearby
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.54 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath Model at Mona Shores Flats in the in the Marsh Field neighborhood starting from $1,685. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Chesapeake Landing starting at $1,216 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the E Muskegon Norton Shores 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. |
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Mona Shores Flats | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
Chesapeake Landing | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Tiffany Woods | Pine | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
Woodland Ridge | Spruce | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Lake Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath/Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Autumn Grove (Newaygo) | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
Reserve at Norton Shores | The Diamond | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Arbor Crossings | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Glen Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Eastwood Village Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby
What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Shelby, MI with pricing that ranges from $379 to $3,500. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby ranging from $750 to $3,099.
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 $3,099 with an average monthly rent of $1,619.
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