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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern kitchen
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Breakfast bar
  • Tile backsplash
  • Oversized windows
  • Granite countertops

Location

974 Front Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA|West Grand
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Management

Vertex Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(616) 900-9070

Property Overview

Clipper Lofts holds an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.3, showcasing its desirability and value, particularly with a price and amenities rating both at 9 out of 10. Residents can enjoy notable features such as modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances and oversized windows, complemented by excellent access to schools, fitness facilities, and vibrant social spaces. With a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10 and extensive photo availability, renters gain a clear understanding of the property's offerings and its advantages for various lifestyles.

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, Clipper Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Clipper Lofts 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

  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath404 sqft$1,225 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to Clipper Lofts’ stylish studio apartment, where historic character and modern elegance blend seamlessly in the heart of Grand Rapids. This thoughtfully designed open-concept studio features a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a chic tile backsplash, perfect for efficient and stylish living. With spacious layouts and oversized windows, natural light floods the space creating a bright, inviting atmosphere. Call or message us today to schedule your tour and claim your new home at Clipper Lofts!
One Bedroom Type 11 bed1 bath586 sqft$1,390–$1,405 /mo2 units availableWelcome home to Clipper Lofts! Experience a one bedroom masterpiece carved from one of Grand Rapids' historic buildings, reimagined for modern sophistication. This residence offers an unmatched blend of timeless charm and upscale finishes. This open concept layout is equipped with a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and breakfast bar. Call or message us today for more information!
One Bedroom Type 21 bed1 bath776 sqft$1,650 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to Clipper Lofts! Experience a one bedroom masterpiece carved from one of Grand Rapids' historic buildings, reimagined for modern sophistication. This residence offers an unmatched blend of timeless charm and upscale finishes. This open concept layout is equipped with a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and breakfast bar. Call or message us today for more information!
One Bedroom Type 61 bed1 bath833 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to Clipper Lofts! Experience a one bedroom masterpiece carved from one of Grand Rapids' historic buildings, reimagined for modern sophistication. This residence offers an unmatched blend of timeless charm and upscale finishes. This open concept layout is equipped with a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and breakfast bar. Call or message us today for more information!
One Bedroom Type 41 bed1 bath764 sqft$1,720 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to Clipper Lofts! Experience a one bedroom masterpiece carved from one of Grand Rapids' historic buildings, reimagined for modern sophistication. This residence offers an unmatched blend of timeless charm and upscale finishes. This open concept layout is equipped with a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and breakfast bar. Call or message us today for more information!
Two Bedroom2 bed1 bath863 sqft$1,930 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to Clipper Lofts! Experience a two bedroom masterpiece carved from one of Grand Rapids' historic buildings, reimagined for modern sophistication. This residence offers an unmatched blend of timeless charm and upscale finishes. This open concept layout is equipped with a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile backsplash, hardwood flooring, and breakfast bar. Call or message us today for more information!

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Amenities for Clipper Lofts

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKFitness Center
Resident LoungeResidents Lounge

Grounds

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Policies and fees

Applicants

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 Clipper Lofts

HomeApartments in Grand RapidsWest Grand Clipper Lofts

Welcome home to Clipper Lofts! Experience a one bedroom masterpiece carved from one of Grand Rapids' historic buildings, reimagined for modern sophistication. This residence offers an unmatched blend of timeless charm and upscale finishes. This open concept layout is equipped with a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and breakfast bar. Call or message us today for more information!


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, Clipper Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Clipper Lofts 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 Clipper Lofts
Price·9A 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.
Clipper Lofts stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Clipper Lofts goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Clipper 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.
Clipper 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 Clipper 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.

Clipper Lofts is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 21 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • 31 gyms or yoga centers nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • 4 internet service provider options nearby
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

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 Clipper Lofts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in West Grand

Studio apartments at Clipper Lofts cost about 2% more than the average rent price for studios in West Grand.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 15% higher than 1-bedrooms in West Grand.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Clipper Lofts to be 29% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in West Grand.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
West Grand
Grand Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,100
March 2024$1,101
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$1,292
A table of studio rental data trends in West Grand
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,025
April 2024$1,090
May 2024$1,087
February 2025$970
March 2025$970
April 2025$970
May 2025$1,084

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Can I afford to live at 974 Front Ave Nw?

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

$49,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,225.
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Schools near Clipper Lofts

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 974 Front Ave Nw

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 974 Front Ave Nw, Grand Rapids

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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