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1276 Francis Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442, USA|Sheldon Park
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Property Overview
1276 Francis Avenue offers strong overall value, with an 8.3/10 expert rating reflecting its competitive pricing, robust amenities, and reliable management transparency. Its high scores for price, amenities, and location (all 9/10) highlight excellent convenience to transportation and daily essentials, with public transit less than a mile away and groceries within a short driving distance.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $800 /mo | 1 unit available | 1 bedroom upstairs apartment located in the Oakview neighborhood. Comes with stove and refrigerator. 1 year lease term. Tenant pays for gas and electricity. Move In Costs: $40 Application Fee (per adult) First Month's Rent Security Deposit (same as rent amount) $60 Administration Fee **In order to qualify, your credit score needs to be 600 or higher. Income needs to be 2.5 times the rent amount per month or more, and you need to have a good rental history with not evictions, judgements, or money owed to landlords in the last 5 years. For more information, contact Kendra at 231-798-6430 extension 1001. www westshorepropertymanagement com |
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Amenities for 1276 Francis Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 1276 Francis Avenue
1 bedroom upstairs apartment located in the Oakview neighborhood. Comes with stove and refrigerator. 1 year lease term. Tenant pays for gas and electricity. Move In Costs: $40 Application Fee (per adult) First Month's Rent Security Deposit (same as rent amount) $60 Administration Fee **In order to qualify, your credit score needs to be 600 or higher. Income needs to be 2.5 times the rent amount per month or more, and you need to have a good rental history with not evictions, judgements, or money owed to landlords in the last 5 years. For more information, contact Kendra at 231-798-6430 extension 1001. www westshorepropertymanagement com
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1276 Francis Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1276 Francis Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
1276 Francis Avenue 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.
1276 Francis Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1276 Francis Avenue 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.
1276 Francis Avenue 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 1276 Francis Avenue 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.
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 1276 Francis Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Sheldon Park
1-bedroom apartments at 1276 Francis Avenue cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Muskegon.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Muskegon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $715 |
| June 2025 | $700 |
| August 2025 | $750 |
| September 2025 | $750 |
| March 2026 | $4,179 |
| April 2026 | $1,497 |
| May 2026 | $1,010 |
| June 2026 | $1,162 |
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Can I afford to live at 1276 Francis Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$32,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 1276 Francis Avenue
Oakview Elementary School
1420 madison st
muskegon, MI, 49442
PK, K-5Public
C-
Wesley School
915 wesley ave
muskegon, MI, 49442
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Sheldon Park | Muskegon, MI
Getting around Muskegon near 1276 Francis Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1276 Francis Ave, Muskegon
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
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
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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