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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern kitchen
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Breakfast bar
  • Tile backsplash
  • Granite countertops
  • Hardwood flooring

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 achieves a commendable Zumper expert rating of 8.3, underscoring its strong appeal to renters. Its competitive pricing and high ratings for amenities and location—both at 9 out of 10—reflect a significant value proposition for potential tenants. Notable features include a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and oversized windows, while the community offers pet-friendly spaces and vibrant social opportunities, enhancing the overall living experience.

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
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

Studio+Studio1 bath586 sqft$1,390–$1,405 /mo2 units availableWelcome home to Clipper Lofts! Experience a spacious studio 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 Loft1 bed1 bath595 sqft$1,450 /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 lofted bedroom. Call or message us today for more information!
One Bedroom+ Loft1 bed1 bath737 sqft$1,800 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to Clipper Lofts! Experience a one-bedroom plus loft 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 lofted bedroom. 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

StorageStorage Units
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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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 spacious studio 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:

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

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
More space
The 1-bedroom is 141 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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 13% more than the average rent price for studios in West Grand.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 36% higher than 1-bedrooms in West Grand.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
West Grand
Grand Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,120
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$1,275
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
February 2026$1,225

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Can I afford to live at 974 Front Ave Nw?

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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

$55,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,600 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,390.
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Schools near Clipper Lofts

Kent Education Center - Oakleigh

2223 gordon st nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

K-8Public
C

Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School

1460 laughlin dr nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

PK, K-5Public
B-

Kent ISD Deaf and Hard of Hearing

4300 costa ave ne

grand rapids, MI, 49525

PK, K-12Public

Ridgemoor Park Montessori

2555 inverness rd se

grand rapids, MI, 49546

PK, K-6Public
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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