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Highlights

  • Central heat
  • Gas stove
  • Large open living room and dining room
  • Laundry hook-ups in basement
  • Newer kitchen

Location

736 Oakland Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA|Roosevelt Park
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Management

Peak Real Estate and Management

Leasing office

(844) 284-9790 ext. 8823

Property Overview

736 Oakland SW offers a strong overall balance of value, location, and amenities, with an expert rating of 7.7/10 and high marks for price, amenities, and trustworthiness. It features central heat, a gas stove, a newer kitchen, and a large open living and dining room, while nearby restaurants, mixed-use spaces, parks, walkability, and transit support an active, convenient lifestyle.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
736 Oakland SW is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

736 Oakland SW - 12 bed1 bath$1,200 /mo2 bedroom/ 1 bath upstairs apartment - Located in Roosevelt Park and close to downtown. - Large open living room and dining room. - Access to the basement for washer and dryer hookups. - Gas stove and newer kitchen - Central Heat and AC window units acceptable. Resident pays for electric, gas, water, trash. Laundry Hook-ups in the basement. Students, roommates, cosigners acceptable.

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About 736 Oakland SW

HomeApartments in Grand RapidsRoosevelt Park 736 Oakland SW

2 bedroom/ 1 bath upstairs apartment - Located in Roosevelt Park and close to downtown. - Large open living room and dining room. - Access to the basement for washer and dryer hookups. - Gas stove and newer kitchen - Central Heat and AC window units acceptable. Resident pays for electric, gas, water, trash. Laundry Hook-ups in the basement. Students, roommates, cosigners acceptable.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
736 Oakland SW is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 736 Oakland SW
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 736 Oakland SW is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Roosevelt Park. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 736 Oakland SW is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
736 Oakland SW is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 736 Oakland SW does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
736 Oakland SW provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

736 Oakland SW is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 101 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 191 mixed-use spaces nearby

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 17 parks within a mile

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 736 Oakland SW compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in Roosevelt Park

2-bedroom apartments at 736 Oakland SW cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Roosevelt Park.

Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
Roosevelt Park
Grand Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,195
October 2024$1,255
November 2024$1,248
December 2024$1,235
January 2025$1,213
February 2025$1,222
March 2025$1,230
April 2025$1,218
May 2025$1,237
June 2025$1,201
July 2025$1,201
August 2025$1,240
September 2025$1,265
October 2025$1,272
November 2025$1,277
December 2025$1,275
January 2026$1,294
February 2026$1,281
March 2026$1,287
April 2026$1,300
May 2026$1,311
June 2026$1,311
July 2026$1,304
August 2026$1,269
A table of studio rental data trends in Roosevelt Park
MonthMedian Rent
July 2025$1,490
August 2025$1,490
September 2025$1,490
October 2025$1,490
November 2025$1,490
December 2025$1,490
January 2026$1,457
February 2026$1,410
March 2026$1,426
April 2026$1,387
May 2026$1,361
June 2026$1,391
July 2026$1,431
August 2026$1,440

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 736 Oakland SW

Kent Education Center - Oakleigh

2223 gordon st nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

K-8Public
C

Ridgemoor Park Montessori

2555 inverness rd se

grand rapids, MI, 49546

PK, K-6Public
C+

Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School

1460 laughlin dr nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

PK, K-5Public
B-

Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center

977 44th st sw

wyoming, MI, 49509

PK, KPublic
B-

Pine Grove Learning Center

2101 52nd st sw

wyoming, MI, 49519

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Roosevelt Park | Grand Rapids, MI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Grand Rapids near 736 Oakland Ave Sw

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
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 736 Oakland Ave Sw, Grand Rapids

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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