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608 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA|Madison Area
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| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $800 /mo | 1 unit available | Ready for an IMMEDIATE MOVE-IN TODAY! Check out this main floor 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom apartment that is ready for new renters. Located between the South Hills and Madison Area neighborhoods, this home is within walking distance to many parks, the bus route on Division Ave, St. Mary's Hospital, Wealthy St, and within 6 minutes of downtown Grand Rapids and the Medical Mile. Pronto Pasta, Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken, BP Gas station, and Pleasant Park all surround this area. With the apartment being located on the main floor, you can access your private entrance from the backyard. The apartment has a mix of carpet and tile along with having other minor updates. The amenities of the apartment include a cable-ready apartment, a private entrance/exit, and a private back deck to enjoy the Michigan summers on. The shared yard provides plenty of space for everyone's use. Utilities: Utilities included in rent: lawncare Utilities not included in rent: gas, electricity, water, trash. Pets and smoking: Not Pet-friendly and does not allow smoking. Security Deposit: Residents are encouraged to use Rhino Insurance, otherwise, a security deposit of 1.5x monthly rent is required. Showings and Application with Rently: You can view the property 24/7 with our electronic lock box software called Rently. Apply online at www shortsouth com or call us at 616-805-4997 (****). Application Fee of $50/person over the age of 18. |
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Amenities for 608 Bates St. SE
Apartment Amenities
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Lawn Care |
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 608 Bates St. SE
Ready for an IMMEDIATE MOVE-IN TODAY! Check out this main floor 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom apartment that is ready for new renters. Located between the South Hills and Madison Area neighborhoods, this home is within walking distance to many parks, the bus route on Division Ave, St. Mary's Hospital, Wealthy St, and within 6 minutes of downtown Grand Rapids and the Medical Mile. Pronto Pasta, Captain Jay's Fish & Chicken, BP Gas station, and Pleasant Park all surround this area. With the apartment being located on the main floor, you can access your private entrance from the backyard. The apartment has a mix of carpet and tile along with having other minor updates. The amenities of the apartment include a cable-ready apartment, a private entrance/exit, and a private back deck to enjoy the Michigan summers on. The shared yard provides plenty of space for everyone's use. Utilities: Utilities included in rent: lawncare Utilities not included in rent: gas, electricity, water, trash. Pets and smoking: Not Pet-friendly and does not allow smoking. Security Deposit: Residents are encouraged to use Rhino Insurance, otherwise, a security deposit of 1.5x monthly rent is required. Showings and Application with Rently: You can view the property 24/7 with our electronic lock box software called Rently. Apply online at www shortsouth com or call us at 616-805-4997 (****). Application Fee of $50/person over the age of 18.
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Rent trends in Madison Area
1-bedroom apartments at 608 Bates St. SE cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Madison Area.
Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Madison Area
Grand Rapids
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,465 |
| August 2024 | $1,463 |
| September 2024 | $1,457 |
| October 2024 | $1,453 |
| November 2024 | $1,422 |
| December 2024 | $1,416 |
| January 2025 | $1,450 |
| February 2025 | $1,432 |
| March 2025 | $1,417 |
| April 2025 | $1,432 |
| May 2025 | $1,459 |
| June 2025 | $1,415 |
| July 2025 | $1,421 |
| August 2025 | $1,452 |
| September 2025 | $1,446 |
| October 2025 | $1,439 |
| November 2025 | $1,442 |
| December 2025 | $1,465 |
| January 2026 | $1,488 |
| February 2026 | $1,494 |
| March 2026 | $1,493 |
| April 2026 | $1,487 |
| May 2026 | $1,464 |
| June 2026 | $1,455 |
| July 2026 | $1,468 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $995 |
| May 2026 | $995 |
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Schools near 608 Bates St. SE
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
645 logan st se
grand rapids, MI, 49503
PK, K-8Public
C-
Ridgemoor Park Montessori
2555 inverness rd se
grand rapids, MI, 49546
PK, K-6Public
C+
Kent Education Center - Oakleigh
2223 gordon st nw
grand rapids, MI, 49504
K-8Public
C
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
977 44th st sw
wyoming, MI, 49509
PK, KPublic
B-
Lincoln School
860 crahen ave ne
grand rapids, MI, 49525
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Madison Area | Grand Rapids, MI
Getting around Grand Rapids near 608 Bates St Se
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 608 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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