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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Modern kitchens
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Vibrant neighborhood
  • Cable and internet
  • Stackable washer and dryer

Location

206 Cesar E Chavez Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA|Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids
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Management

Campus View Housing

Leasing office

(616) 741-1063

Property Overview

City View Flats offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.3/10, including a perfect price score and high marks for amenities, location, and transparency, making it a compelling option for renters. Modern in-unit features like dishwashers, stainless steel kitchens, and stackable washers and dryers pair with a vibrant, highly walkable neighborhood rich in parks, restaurants, cultural venues, and transit access. It also ranks well on value per square foot and provides extensive listing photos to help renters understand the property.

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, City View Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, City View Flats 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
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath591 sqft$1,445–$1,400 /mo
2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,720 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for City View Flats

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max. All Animals MUST be registered & approved by management prior, see animal agreement for details. Max: 1.

$50

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max. All Animals MUST be registered & approved by management prior, see animal agreement for details. Max: 1.

$50

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Building details

Property details

Units24
Lease terms12 months
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About City View Flats

HomeApartments in Grand RapidsHeartside-Downtown Grand Rapids City View Flats

A hidden gem in the heart of the city's most vibrant neighborhood! City View Flats is located in the heart of Grand Rapids and offers one and two bedroom apartments that are close to entertainment, shopping and exciting dining opportunities at a value that is unparalleled. Each apartment includes one parking space and is close to public transportation and major highway . Our beautiful, modern kitchens include stainless steel appliances, microwave, dishwasher and garbage disposal. A stackable washer and dryer are standard in each of our apartments. We love and welcome your furry friends. All utilities, minus, cable and internet are included in your rent. If you are looking for an apartment in the heart of Grand Rapids then City View Flats is for you. Call us today to find out how we can get you in your new apartment today.


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

City View Flats is great for:

Social life

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

Pet owners

  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 50 parks within a 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 City View Flats compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 93 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 12% lower than 1-bedrooms in Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at City View Flats to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,145
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$1,287
April 2026$1,300
May 2026$1,299
A table of studio rental data trends in Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,299
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$1,415
April 2026$1,410
May 2026$1,394

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,445.
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Schools near City View Flats

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-

Ridgemoor Park Montessori

2555 inverness rd se

grand rapids, MI, 49546

PK, K-6Public
C+

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 206 Cesar E Chavez Ave Sw

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 206 Cesar E Chavez Ave Sw, Grand Rapids

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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