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217 Seward Ave NW is a competitively priced, high-value home with premier amenities, including in-unit laundry, a dishwasher, central air, new flooring, and off-street parking, earning it an expert rating of 8.5/10. Its location offers excellent walkability, abundant nearby parks, gyms, restaurants, and venues, plus strong transit and work-from-home conveniences like high-speed internet and multiple coworking options. The detailed, transparent listing and top-tier value per square foot further enhance its overall appeal for renters.
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Eco living| 4BR/2.0BA | 4 bed | 2 bath | 1,677 sqft | $2,400 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to the Westside of Grand Rapids! The beautiful city of Grand Rapids awaits you—enjoy a highly walkable neighborhood just steps from restaurants, coffee shops, college campuses, event venues, and more. This spacious home offers four comfortable bedrooms and is ideal for comfortable, modern living. Recently updated with fresh paint, new flooring, and new living room windows, the home is filled with bright natural light and stylish finishes throughout. Home Features: Washer & dryer in-unit Central air conditioning Dishwasher Over-the-range microwave Off-street parking Garage for storage for recreation space Large rear deck Big backyard Newly updated windows for enhanced natural light Lease Details: 10-month lease Flat-rate utility fee: $389.05/month. This includes gas, electric, water/sewer, trash, and lawn care Tenant responsible for snow removal (steps, Porch and driveway)and internet Pet Friendly: small dog or cat. 2 pets max Location Highlights: Located on the Westside of Grand Rapids Close to downtown Grand Rapids and GVSU Pew Campus Walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, shopping, and bus stops Quick access to I-96 an 131 for easy commuting This home combines location, space, and convenience—perfect for anyone looking to enjoy everything Grand Rapids has to offer. Before applying, take in consideration the property criteria: -Each adult over the age of 18 must complete an application in full. $50 per person. -Must provide a copy of a government issued photo ID. -Must earn at least 3 times the monthly rent. (minimum of 2 most recent check stubs must be provided) -Credit score must be 625+. -No evictions in the past 3 years. -No bankruptcies filed in the past 3 years. -Felony criminal convictions in the last 7 years related to the following categories of offenses: (1) property offenses, (2) major drug offenses, (3) fraud offenses, (4) major violent offenses against persons, and (5) no sex offenses of any kind, ever. Any other category of offense will not be considered. These categories were identified because they involve conduct by a person whose tenancy may present a current direct threat of harm to others or the risk of substantial damage to the property of others |
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Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove/Oven | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Garage for Storage |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
| Large Fenced-In Backyard | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
Assigned Parking
Garage Parking
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| Units | 2 |
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Welcome to the Westside of Grand Rapids! The beautiful city of Grand Rapids awaits you—enjoy a highly walkable neighborhood just steps from restaurants, coffee shops, college campuses, event venues, and more. This spacious home offers four comfortable bedrooms and is ideal for comfortable, modern living. Recently updated with fresh paint, new flooring, and new living room windows, the home is filled with bright natural light and stylish finishes throughout. Home Features: Washer & dryer in-unit Central air conditioning Dishwasher Over-the-range microwave Off-street parking Garage for storage for recreation space Large rear deck Big backyard Newly updated windows for enhanced natural light Lease Details: 10-month lease Flat-rate utility fee: $389.05/month. This includes gas, electric, water/sewer, trash, and lawn care Tenant responsible for snow removal (steps, Porch and driveway)and internet Pet Friendly: small dog or cat. 2 pets max Location Highlights: Located on the Westside of Grand Rapids Close to downtown Grand Rapids and GVSU Pew Campus Walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, shopping, and bus stops Quick access to I-96 an 131 for easy commuting This home combines location, space, and convenience—perfect for anyone looking to enjoy everything Grand Rapids has to offer. Before applying, take in consideration the property criteria: -Each adult over the age of 18 must complete an application in full. $50 per person. -Must provide a copy of a government issued photo ID. -Must earn at least 3 times the monthly rent. (minimum of 2 most recent check stubs must be provided) -Credit score must be 625+. -No evictions in the past 3 years. -No bankruptcies filed in the past 3 years. -Felony criminal convictions in the last 7 years related to the following categories of offenses: (1) property offenses, (2) major drug offenses, (3) fraud offenses, (4) major violent offenses against persons, and (5) no sex offenses of any kind, ever. Any other category of offense will not be considered. These categories were identified because they involve conduct by a person whose tenancy may present a current direct threat of harm to others or the risk of substantial damage to the property of others
How 217 Seward Ave NW compares to other nearby properties.
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Considerations
4-bedroom apartments at 217 Seward Ave NW cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in SWAN.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,372 |
| July 2024 | $1,452 |
| 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 | $1,458 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,056 |
| July 2024 | $1,125 |
| August 2024 | $1,125 |
| September 2024 | $1,047 |
| October 2024 | $1,023 |
| November 2024 | $1,310 |
| December 2024 | $1,152 |
| January 2025 | $1,415 |
| February 2025 | $1,425 |
| March 2025 | $1,309 |
| April 2025 | $1,198 |
| August 2025 | $1,062 |
| September 2025 | $1,057 |
| October 2025 | $1,057 |
| November 2025 | $1,465 |
| December 2025 | $1,500 |
| January 2026 | $1,449 |
| February 2026 | $1,389 |
| March 2026 | $1,293 |
| April 2026 | $1,184 |
| May 2026 | $1,459 |
Can I afford to live at 217 Seward Ave Nw?
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