Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Joseph, MI from $300 (18 Rentals)

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917 Pearl St
2 Bedroom Apartments

917 Pearl St

917 Pearl StSt. Joseph, MI 49085
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1424 S State St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1424 S State St

1424 S State StSt. Joseph, MI 49085

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Saranac Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Saranac Flats

376 W Main StBenton Harbor, MI 49022
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Harbor City Flats
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor City Flats

604 8th StBenton Harbor, MI 49022
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Emma Jean Hull Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emma Jean Hull Flats

170 Riverview DrBenton Harbor, MI 49022
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436 Pipestone Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

436 Pipestone Rd

436 Pipestone RdBenton Harbor, MI 49022
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5220 Ridge Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5220 Ridge Rd

5220 Ridge RdStevensville, MI 49127
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St. Joseph, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available St. Joseph Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Joseph, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Briarwood Apartments priced from $809. Lakecrest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,130. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Joseph apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Briarwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$809
Lakecrest ApartmentsDaysailer2BR,1BA$1,130
Westview Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath 1175 sq ft3BR,2BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Joseph, MI

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Joseph area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath 1160 sq ft Model at Westview Apartments in the starting from $1,530. The second greatest value St. Joseph apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Briarwood Apartments starting at $809 with a $1.44 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Joseph apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westview Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath 1160 sq ft3BR,1.5BA$1.32
Briarwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44

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Getting Around St. Joseph, MI

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51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

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43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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