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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Carefree living
  • Spacious one or two bedroom
  • Perfectly nestled picnic tables

Location

3235 Soft Water Lake Dr Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, USA|Creston
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Management

First Pacific Group

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Leasing office

(616) 221-7519

Open 

Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Lake Forest Apartment Homes offers exceptional living with a Zumper Expert Rating of 9.6, highlighting its competitive pricing and outstanding amenities, both rated 10 out of 10. The property stands out for its prime location near essential amenities, schools, and pet-friendly features, making it an appealing choice for those seeking a high-quality lifestyle. Additionally, its commitment to transparency fosters trust, further enhancing its desirability among potential renters.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Lake Forest Apartment Homes is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 BED 1 BATH2 bed1 bath976 sqft$1,425–$1,595 /mo2 units available
2 BED - 1.5 BATH2 bed1.5 bath1,024 sqft$1,555–$1,765 /mo2 units available
1 BED 1 BATH1 bed1 bath710 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for Lake Forest Apartment Homes

Apartment Amenities

Central AirStunning Views
Upgraded Apartments Available

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Stove
Frost Free RegrigeratorsGarbage Disposal

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKCoffee Bar
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Spacious 1 and 2 Bedroom Homes

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking
Lake AccessStorage
Swimming Pool

Services

Community EventsNight Patrol
On-Site Management

Other

Short Term Lease
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
Limit2
Deposit$200
Fee$200
Monthly Rent$35

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit2
Deposit$200
Fee$200
Monthly Rent$35

| Restrictions: For a list of breed restrictions, please contact the leasing office. Additional deposit and fees will apply.

Parking

Garage ParkingContact for Price

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$300
Security Deposit. Refundable amount: 100%
Building details

Property details

Units199
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About Lake Forest Apartment Homes

HomeApartments in Grand RapidsCreston Lake Forest Apartment Homes

Welcome to Lake Forest Apartment Homes You'll fall in love with your newly renovated home as you relax on the enormous balcony overlooking picturesque Softwater Lake. Enjoy a stroll through our natural wooded pathways featuring perfectly nestled picnic tables for your relaxation. We are conveniently located just minutes from retail shopping, grocery stores, and restaurants. Come home to a carefully designed spacious one or two bedroom pet-friendly apartment home. We have many options available to fit any lifestyle, visit us today to experience the carefree living you deserve at Lake Forest Apartments.


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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Lake Forest Apartment Homes is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Lake Forest Apartment Homes
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.
Lake Forest Apartment Homes 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·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.
Lake Forest Apartment Homes 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Lake Forest Apartment Homes offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Lake Forest Apartment Homes has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Lake Forest Apartment Homes.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Lake Forest Apartment Homes has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Very nice apartments and the most helpful management staff I've encountered compared to all the other places I've been. 10/10 would recommend.

Ryan Dame

Ryan Dame

Feb 05, 2025

My husband, daughter, our dog and I have lived here for almost two years and we have had a great Experience so far. Usually when there’s an issue, they fix it within a timely manner. We love having the lake and to be able to have our own kayaks and a little beach area for my daughter. The new playground is a great addition too! We love it here and the apartment is a pretty decent size which is perfect because we love hosting football game nights ☺️

Joana Salazar

Joana Salazar

Nov 08, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Lake Forest Apartment Homes is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 Lake Forest Apartment Homes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Creston

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Lake Forest Apartment Homes to be 6% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Creston.

Median rents as of Oct 4 2025.
Creston
Grand Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$982
November 2023$1,003
December 2023$1,009
January 2024$1,060
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$1,275
A table of studio rental data trends in Creston
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,260
December 2023$1,260
September 2024$1,175
October 2024$1,250
November 2024$1,230
December 2024$1,250
January 2025$1,250
February 2025$1,250
March 2025$1,250
April 2025$1,250
June 2025$1,245
July 2025$1,264
August 2025$1,270
September 2025$1,270

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3235 Soft Water Lake Dr Ne?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,490.
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Schools near Lake Forest Apartment Homes

Lincoln School

860 crahen ave ne

grand rapids, MI, 49525

K-12Public

Kent Education Center - Oakleigh

2223 gordon st nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

K-8Public
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Neighborhood

Creston | Grand Rapids, MI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Grand Rapids near 3235 Soft Water Lake Dr Ne

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
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

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3235 Soft Water Lake Dr Ne, Grand Rapids

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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