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Highlights
- Large kitchen
- Fridge
- Spacious two-bedroom apartment
- New flooring
- Stove
Location
229 Washington Ave, Muskegon, MI 49441, USA|Nelson
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Property Overview
229 Washington Ave offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and comfort, with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores. Its large kitchen, fridge, spacious two-bedroom layout, new flooring, and stove add appeal, while nearby schools and public transit contribute to everyday convenience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $1,000 /mo | 1 unit available | Spacious 2 bedroom main floor apartment. Fresh paint and new flooring throughout. Large kitchen comes with a stove and fridge. Tenant pays for gas and electric. Move in Costs: $40 Application Fee (for each adult) First Months Rent Security Deposit (same as rent amount) $60 Administration Fee **In order to qualify, your credit score needs to be 600 or higher. Income needs to be 2.5 times the rent amount per month or more, and you need to have a good rental history with no evictions, judgements, or money owed to landlords in the last 5 years. For more information, contact Kendra at 231-798-6430 (extension 1001). www westshorepropertymanagement com |
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Amenities for 229 Washington Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Grounds
| Lawn | Outdoor Space |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 229 Washington Ave
Spacious 2 bedroom main floor apartment. Fresh paint and new flooring throughout. Large kitchen comes with a stove and fridge. Tenant pays for gas and electric. Move in Costs: $40 Application Fee (for each adult) First Months Rent Security Deposit (same as rent amount) $60 Administration Fee **In order to qualify, your credit score needs to be 600 or higher. Income needs to be 2.5 times the rent amount per month or more, and you need to have a good rental history with no evictions, judgements, or money owed to landlords in the last 5 years. For more information, contact Kendra at 231-798-6430 (extension 1001). www westshorepropertymanagement com
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 229 Washington Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 229 Washington Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
229 Washington Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
229 Washington Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 229 Washington Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
229 Washington Ave 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 229 Washington Ave to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
229 Washington Ave 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.
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 229 Washington Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Nelson
2-bedroom apartments at 229 Washington Ave cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Nelson.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Nelson
Muskegon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $715 |
| June 2025 | $700 |
| August 2025 | $750 |
| September 2025 | $750 |
| March 2026 | $4,179 |
| April 2026 | $1,497 |
| May 2026 | $1,010 |
| June 2026 | $1,155 |
| July 2026 | $1,374 |
| August 2026 | $4,582 |
| September 2026 | $4,210 |
| October 2026 | $712 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $1,600 |
| May 2026 | $1,600 |
| September 2026 | $775 |
| October 2026 | $725 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 229 Washington Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$40,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near 229 Washington Ave
Wesley School
915 wesley ave
muskegon, MI, 49442
PK, K-12Public
Neighborhood
Nelson | Muskegon, MI
Getting around Muskegon near 229 Washington Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 229 Washington Ave, Muskegon
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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