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17h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,528–$3,089
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 27
21h ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,335–$3,398
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Apartment for rent
Available Sep 11
21h ago
Verified
2875 Central Park Way Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,356–$3,278
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Available Sep 25
1d ago
Verified
936 4 Mile Rd Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Garage parking | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,030–$1,415
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3235 Soft Water Lake Dr Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,425–$1,765
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
1640 S Greenfield Cir Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,192–$1,607
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1701 Knapp St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,201–$3,568
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 28
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2d ago
Verified
2353 Oak Forest Ln Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,589–$2,164
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2110 Woodwind Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,415–$1,866
Apartment for rent
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Garage Parking
2d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,048–$1,433
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$448–$1,550
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$977–$1,405
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
546 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Elevator | Controlled access | Wheelchair accessible
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,034–$1,779
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$508–$1,642
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Garfield Park house for rent in Grand Rapids
Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
1 bath
$3,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
SWAN house for rent in Grand Rapids
2 beds
1 bath
$3,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
SWAN house for rent in Grand Rapids
3 beds
1 bath
$3,100
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
2057 Eastcastle Dr Se #2057, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
1 bath
$2,500
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
246 Charles Ave Se #3, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Verified
426 Leonard St Ne #B, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,540
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 4
2d ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,029–$1,719
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 19
1d ago
Verified
122 Oakes St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,275–$3,265
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2305 Burton St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
On-site laundry | Balcony | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,031
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,215–$2,285
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,275–$2,730
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
1 bath
$394–$498
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$266–$640
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$469–$1,695
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$840
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$982–$1,205
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,745
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,795
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,895
House for rent
7h ago
820 Monroe Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,520–$1,985
Apartment for rent
7h ago
90 Wealthy St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,300–$1,850
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Madison Area apartment for rent in Grand Rapids
452 Oakdale St Se #2, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$1,125
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 25
1d ago
616 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$1,695
Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
2d ago
3902 Mayfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
On-site laundry | Fitness center | Ceiling fan
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$905–$1,410
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
SWAN apartment for rent in Grand Rapids
In-unit laundry | Carpet
3 beds
1 bath
$1,400
$1,330
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 15
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,020
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2081 Shangrai La Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Garage parking | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$1,724
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$1,650
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Baxter house for rent in Grand Rapids
959 Logan St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$2,095
$1,995
Price drop
House for rent
3d ago
West Grand apartment for rent in Grand Rapids
1514 Alpine Ave Nw #8, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
$995
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
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Grand Rapids rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 343 apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, with a median rent price of $1,535 per month. Grand Rapids has seen a 5%—or $78—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$1,535Year Over Year Change
-5%
$78
Rentals available, last 30 days
343
The average rent in Grand Rapids, MI, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,535, which is a 4.54% decrease year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids, MI is about $1,427. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,495, and studios are about $1,249 per month.
See more Grand Rapids, MI rent data on our rent research page.
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940 baldwin st se
grand rapids, MI, 49506
1460 laughlin dr nw
grand rapids, MI, 49504
159 college ave ne
grand rapids, MI, 49503
3375 cheney ave ne
grand rapids, MI, 49525
928 aberdeen st ne
grand rapids, MI, 49505
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Age Range
0-19
25%
20-34
30%
35-44
11%
45-64
20%
65+
12%
Language
English
83%
Spanish
11%
Indo Euro
2%
Asia Pac
1%
Other
2%
Education
No HS
12%
High School
41%
Bachelor's
33%
Master's
9%
Prof Degree
2%
Doctorate
1%
Household Income
0-25k
24%
25-50k
23%
50-75k
19%
75-100k
12%
100-150k
12%
150k+
6%
Grand Rapids locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Grand Rapids is through General Mitchell International Airport, 113.81 miles away.
Scores for Grand Rapids are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Grand Rapids, 100% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.
Top Three Reasons to Live in Grand Rapids
Public transportation
93%Satisfaction rating
Quality schools
86%Satisfaction rating
Job market
79%Satisfaction rating
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Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.
How we got this dataThe overall cost of living in Grand Rapids, MI is 1% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Grand Rapids you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.11 per carton, and milk $5.05. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $134.73 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.
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Goods & Services | 6% higher |
Groceries | 2% lower |
Utilities | 3% lower |
Transportation | 1% lower |
Health | 2% lower |
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Locals appreciate the vibrant art scene and the availability of outdoor activities in Grand Rapids, MI. Many enjoy the variety of breweries and dining options, which contribute to a lively downtown atmosphere. The public transportation system is noted for its accessibility, making commuting easier. However, some residents express concerns about rising housing costs and occasional traffic congestion during peak hours, which can be frustrating for renters navigating the city. Overall, the combination of cultural amenities and green spaces seems to resonate well with the community.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,426, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages $1,613.
Rents in Grand Rapids, MI have experienced a modest increase of 1.3% in 2024, with 1-bedroom rents rising by 3.5% compared to the previous year.
The best time to look for an apartment in Grand Rapids, MI is during the winter months, particularly December, when demand is lower and prices may be more favorable, although options might be limited.
The best neighborhoods for renting in Grand Rapids include Belknap Lookout, South Hill, Heartside-Downtown, and Heritage Hill, which offer a mix of urban excitement, walkability, and public transit access.
Heritage Hill is ideal for budget-conscious renters, with 1-bedroom rents approximately 15% lower than the city median, averaging $1,225 per month.
Yes, Grand Rapids is accommodating to pet owners, with over 60% of apartments being pet-friendly in some capacity.
Only about 13% of listings in Grand Rapids include utilities in the rent, so it's not very common.
The majority of apartments in Grand Rapids feature a Contemporary architectural style, representing modern developments with a focus on functionality and simplicity.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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