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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Elevator
  • Modern apartment
  • Huge windows
  • Non smoking
  • Bike racks

Location

100 Commerce Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA|Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids
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The Oakwood

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(866) 954-7336

Property Overview

Grand Central Lofts stands out with an exemplary Zumper expert rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing and high-quality amenities, rated at 9. The property excels in location, offering unbeatable access to a vibrant social scene, transit options, and numerous parks. Its robust features, including on-site laundry, modern apartments with huge windows, and a commitment to sustainability, make it an attractive option for a diverse range of renters.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Grand Central Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Grand Central Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath382+ sqft$1,150 /mo2 units availableOne bedroom in the heart of downtown! This apartment features high ceilings and exposed brick throughout. Walking distance to restaurants, salons, entertainment and more.

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Amenities for Grand Central Lofts

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Hardwood FloorHigh Ceiling
High CeilingsView

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Bike Racks

Services

Recycling
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Grand Central Lofts

HomeApartments in Grand RapidsHeartside-Downtown Grand Rapids Grand Central Lofts

One bedroom in the heart of downtown! This apartment features high ceilings and exposed brick throughout. Walking distance to restaurants, salons, entertainment and more.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Grand Central Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Grand Central Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Grand Central Lofts
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, Grand Central Lofts is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids. 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·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.
Grand Central Lofts goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bike racks. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Grand Central Lofts 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.
Grand Central Lofts 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 Grand Central Lofts does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Grand Central Lofts is great for:

Social life

  • 220 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 56 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • The area has transit options

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 59 parks nearby
  • 43 gyms or yoga centers nearby

Eco living

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

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 Grand Central Lofts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away

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Rent trends in Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids

1-bedroom apartments at Grand Central Lofts cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids
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A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,163
May 2024$1,141
June 2024$1,146
July 2024$1,191
August 2024$1,190
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$1,282
A table of studio rental data trends in Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,284
May 2024$1,285
June 2024$1,310
July 2024$1,305
August 2024$1,299
September 2024$1,325
October 2024$1,393
November 2024$1,399
December 2024$1,364
January 2025$1,307
February 2025$1,299
March 2025$1,330
April 2025$1,312
May 2025$1,300
June 2025$1,349
July 2025$1,304
August 2025$1,339
September 2025$1,392
October 2025$1,434
November 2025$1,378
December 2025$1,376
January 2026$1,420
February 2026$1,420
March 2026$1,416

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$46,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near Grand Central Lofts

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-

Lincoln School

860 crahen ave ne

grand rapids, MI, 49525

K-12Public
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Getting around Grand Rapids near 100 Commerce Ave Sw

Walking

8/10
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

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 100 Commerce Ave Sw, Grand Rapids

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Variety of bars right on the street

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