Listed 3 Hours Ago
Highlights
- Cable-ready
- Washer/dryer
- Front covered porch
- Street parking
Location
812 California St Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA|SWAN
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Contact
Short South Realty Group, Inc.
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Property Overview
Situated in a vibrant neighborhood, this property features notable amenities such as being cable-ready, having a washer/dryer, and a welcoming front covered porch. It stands out for its advantageous location, with top-rated schools and numerous parks, alongside a thriving social scene with ample dining options and excellent public transit accessibility. Additionally, the competitive value for money further enhances its appeal in the local real estate market.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Extra storage- Images Available
- Package service
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 812 California St Nw, SWAN
Features
| Private Entrance | Walk Out Porch |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Community
| Basement Access |
Grounds
| Storage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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About 812 California St Nw
Sweet deal!
This listing is 20% below the median price for 4 bedroom apartments in SWAN.
MOVE-IN - August 1st, 2027! Convenient rental that has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and is ready for new renters. Sitting on the SW side of Grand Rapids, this home is within walking distance of downtown GR, GVSU, John Ball Park/Zoo, GRCC, bus line, and the YMCA. Nearby are Bitter End Coffee House, Vito's Pizza, Seward Ave SW, Lake Michigan Drive, and many fast-food chains, and bars. More amenities include basement access for storage, a washer/dryer provided, a front covered porch, street parking, a backyard, and a cable-ready home. Resident Benefit Package: All Short South Realty Group, Inc. residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $45/month which includes credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score with timely rent payments, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), our best-in-class resident rewards program, on-demand pest control, and much more! More details upon application. Tenant is responsible for all utilities and this home is not pet-friendly. Deposit of $1,700 to secure your spot. Showings and personal walkthroughs are now being scheduled when you complete our online application. Please have your group of roommates complete online applications to schedule an in-person showing. Apply online at www shortsouth com or call us at 616-805-4997. Application Fee of $50/person over the age of 18. Due to high call volume, emails will likely receive a faster response - ****.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 812 California St Nw compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Extra storage
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
Address details
| Neighborhood | SWAN |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 49504 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in SWAN
4-bedroom apartments at 812 California St Nw cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
SWAN
Grand Rapids
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,045 |
| November 2024 | $2,269 |
| December 2024 | $2,250 |
| January 2025 | $2,250 |
| February 2025 | $2,236 |
| March 2025 | $2,215 |
| April 2025 | $2,234 |
| May 2025 | $2,199 |
| June 2025 | $2,212 |
| July 2025 | $2,286 |
| August 2025 | $2,250 |
| September 2025 | $2,132 |
| October 2025 | $2,027 |
| November 2025 | $2,250 |
| December 2025 | $2,223 |
| January 2026 | $2,200 |
| February 2026 | $2,199 |
| March 2026 | $2,236 |
| April 2026 | $2,318 |
| May 2026 | $2,359 |
| June 2026 | $2,398 |
| July 2026 | $2,395 |
| August 2026 | $2,398 |
| September 2026 | $2,297 |
| October 2026 | $2,295 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,100 |
| November 2024 | $2,370 |
| December 2024 | $2,223 |
| January 2025 | $2,193 |
| February 2025 | $2,217 |
| March 2025 | $2,200 |
| April 2025 | $2,360 |
| May 2025 | $2,253 |
| June 2025 | $2,200 |
| July 2025 | $2,177 |
| August 2025 | $2,179 |
| September 2025 | $2,042 |
| October 2025 | $1,913 |
| November 2025 | $2,365 |
| December 2025 | $2,255 |
| January 2026 | $2,242 |
| February 2026 | $2,528 |
| March 2026 | $2,656 |
| April 2026 | $2,750 |
| May 2026 | $2,750 |
| June 2026 | $2,468 |
| July 2026 | $2,172 |
| August 2026 | $2,090 |
| September 2026 | $2,170 |
| October 2026 | $2,132 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 812 California St Nw?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$68,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 9 months ago | $1,700 |
Schools near 812 California St Nw
Sibley School
943 sibley st nw
grand rapids, MI, 49504
PK, K-5Public
C
Kent Education Center - Oakleigh
2223 gordon st nw
grand rapids, MI, 49504
K-8Public
C
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School
1460 laughlin dr nw
grand rapids, MI, 49504
PK, K-5Public
B-
Ridgemoor Park Montessori
2555 inverness rd se
grand rapids, MI, 49546
PK, K-6Public
C+
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
977 44th st sw
wyoming, MI, 49509
PK, KPublic
B-
Neighborhood
SWAN | Grand Rapids, MI
Getting around Grand Rapids near 812 California St Nw
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 812 California St Nw, Grand Rapids
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 812 California St Nw
Meijer
405 Seward Ave NW
Grand Rapids Downtown Market, Inc
435 Ionia Ave SW
Juju Bird
435 Ionia Ave SW
Oxford Food Center
817 Oxford St SW
Super Mercado Michoacan
602 Leonard St NW
Family Dollar
1153 Fulton St W
Reset 2020 Empowerment Apparel
750 1st St NW
Boutique Emmanuel at Grand Plaza
220 Lyon St NW
Emmanuel Two
220 Lyon St NW
Bianka Bridal
125 Ottawa Ave NW
Tim Hortons
900 Fulton St W
Starbucks
227 Winter Ave NW
Ferris Coffee & Nut Co
227 Winter Ave NW
Squibb Coffee
1220 Fulton St W
Starbucks
Pearl St NW & Campau Ave NW
Parkway Tropics
814 Lake Michigan Dr NW
Fulton Street Pub
801 Fulton St W
Flamingo Lounge
930 Bridge St NW
One Bourbon
608 Bridge St NW
Putt Putt's Bar
1148 Fulton St W
Franks Market
1021 Fulton St W
Rise Authentic Baking Co.
1220 Fulton St W
K-Rok Korean BBQ & Karaoke Soju Cocktail Bar
169 Louis Campau Promenade NW
Le Macaron French Pastries
132 Monroe Center St NW
Dorothy & Toto's Gourmet
435 Ionia Ave SW
Lexington Park
Playground
Playground
Sibley School Park
Westown Commons Park
Parkway Tropics
814 Lake Michigan Dr NW
Fulton Street Pub
801 Fulton St W
Little Caesars
735 Fulton St W
Domino's
900 Fulton St W
Tim Hortons
900 Fulton St W
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Laker Line
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Lane / Lake Michigan (NB)
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