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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Cozy fireplace
  • Updated kitchen
  • Flexible living space
  • Stylish light fixtures
  • Living room

Location

1231 Fay Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA|Westside Connection
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Management

JUSTIN HAILEY

Leasing office

(844) 331-6911 ext. 8107

Property Overview

1231 Fay Avenue Northwest has received a favorable Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting its competitive positioning in the market. The property offers several appealing features, along with advantages such as nearby amenities and neighborhood attractions. It is great for those seeking convenience and accessibility while enjoying the unique characteristics of the surrounding area.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1231 Fay Avenue Northwest3 bed2 bath1,324 sqft$1,150 /moMove right into this charming home on the highly desirable Northwest side, just a short walk from Blandford Nature Center's scenic trails, farm, and animals. Bathed in natural light from every angle, this home offers beautiful sunrise and sunset views throughout the year. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors in the living, dining, and bedroom areas, with new vinyl flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms. The updated kitchen features fresh paint, stylish light fixtures, and striking floor-to-ceiling shelving perfect for storage and display. Enjoy the spacious living room with its cozy wood-burning fireplace, or unwind in the 3-season room ideal for relaxing, growing plants, or adding flexible living space.

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Amenities for 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog policy

Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months
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About 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest

HomeApartments in Grand Rapids 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest

Move right into this charming home on the highly desirable Northwest side, just a short walk from Blandford Nature Center's scenic trails, farm, and animals. Bathed in natural light from every angle, this home offers beautiful sunrise and sunset views throughout the year. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors in the living, dining, and bedroom areas, with new vinyl flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms. The updated kitchen features fresh paint, stylish light fixtures, and striking floor-to-ceiling shelving perfect for storage and display. Enjoy the spacious living room with its cozy wood-burning fireplace, or unwind in the 3-season room ideal for relaxing, growing plants, or adding flexible living space.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest
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.
1231 Fay Avenue Northwest 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·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, 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest 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.
1231 Fay Avenue Northwest 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 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest 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.
1231 Fay Avenue Northwest 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.

1231 Fay Avenue Northwest is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 707 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Westside Connection

3-bedroom apartments at 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Westside Connection.

Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Westside Connection
Grand Rapids
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,302
November 2023$1,349
December 2023$1,368
January 2024$1,407
February 2024$1,376
March 2024$1,313
April 2024$1,395
May 2024$1,422
June 2024$1,363
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$1,447
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Westside Connection
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$1,140

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1231 Fay Ave Nw?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

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 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near 1231 Fay Avenue Northwest

Kent Education Center - Oakleigh

2223 gordon st nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

K-8Public
C

Lincoln School

860 crahen ave ne

grand rapids, MI, 49525

K-12Public
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Getting around Grand Rapids near 1231 Fay Ave Nw

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 1231 Fay Ave Nw, Grand Rapids

Groceries

2/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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