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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Large windows
  • Spacious layout
  • Modern kitchen and dining space

Location

601 Lake Michigan Dr Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA|SWAN
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Management

Cherry Street Management, LLC

Leasing office

(616) 550-2230

Property Overview

601 West Apartments receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating, highlighting its well-rounded appeal. Residents can enjoy advantageous features such as modern amenities and convenient location. It's an attractive option for those seeking comfortable living in a vibrant community setting.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.8
Very Good
601 West Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,100 sqft$2,100 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 601 West, where comfort and convenience meet just minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. This fifth-floor 2 bed / 1 bath apartment offers a spacious layout with a bright living area, large windows that bring in plenty of natural light, and a modern kitchen and dining space perfect for everyday living. Step outside onto your private balcony, offering extra space to relax, enjoy fresh air, or take in the surrounding neighborhood views. Located within walking distance of Bridge Street Market and across the street from the YMCA, 601 West places you close to Grand Rapids’ best while still offering a tranquil place to come home to. This apartment offers a great opportunity to enjoy convenient city living.

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Amenities for 601 West Apartments

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

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 601 West Apartments

HomeApartments in Grand RapidsSWAN 601 West Apartments

Welcome to 601 West, where comfort and convenience meet just minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. This fifth-floor 2 bed / 1 bath apartment offers a spacious layout with a bright living area, large windows that bring in plenty of natural light, and a modern kitchen and dining space perfect for everyday living. Step outside onto your private balcony, offering extra space to relax, enjoy fresh air, or take in the surrounding neighborhood views. Located within walking distance of Bridge Street Market and across the street from the YMCA, 601 West places you close to Grand Rapids’ best while still offering a tranquil place to come home to. This apartment offers a great opportunity to enjoy convenient city living.


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
601 West Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 601 West Apartments
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 601 West Apartments has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·10A 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.
601 West Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
601 West Apartments 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 601 West Apartments 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.
601 West Apartments 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.

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 601 West Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 237 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in SWAN

2-bedroom apartments at 601 West Apartments cost about 40% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in SWAN.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
SWAN
Grand Rapids
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,446
October 2025$1,439
November 2025$1,442
December 2025$1,465
January 2026$1,488
February 2026$1,494
March 2026$1,492
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in SWAN
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,235
May 2024$1,079
June 2024$1,055
July 2024$1,125
August 2024$1,125
September 2024$1,047
October 2024$1,023
November 2024$1,310
December 2024$1,152
January 2025$1,415
February 2025$1,425
March 2025$1,309
April 2025$1,198
August 2025$1,062
September 2025$1,057
October 2025$1,057
November 2025$1,465
December 2025$1,500
January 2026$1,449
February 2026$1,389
March 2026$1,216

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$84,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $84,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,100.
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Schools near 601 West Apartments

Sibley School

943 sibley st nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

PK, K-5Public
C

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-
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Getting around Grand Rapids near 601 Lake Michigan Dr Nw

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.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 601 Lake Michigan Dr Nw, Grand Rapids

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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