Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 13, 2026
Average rent in
Grand Rapids, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on June 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Grand Rapids rent stands today
Grand Rapids, MI rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,595/month. Month over month rent edged up 0.6%, showing a recent increase in rents across the city.
Compared to national trends
Grand Rapids sits 18.2% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market for renters seeking value in the Midwest.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Grand Rapids run around $1,324/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,475/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,580/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,095/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,495/month. These figures show the range renters can expect by bedroom size.
Neighborhood spotlight
Millbrook rents rose 27.2% year over year to $1,770/month, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. Meanwhile, Eastgate saw rents fall 38.2% to $1,700/month, showing significant variation across neighborhoods in Grand Rapids.
Median rent
Median rent in Grand Rapids
$1,595/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Grand Rapids is $1,595 per month as of June 2026. This is 18% below the national average rent, or $355 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Grand Rapids
358
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Grand Rapids rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Grand Rapids, MI
Average rent prices in Grand Rapids have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Grand Rapids, MI
Rent prices in Grand Rapids vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Grand Rapids is $1,495, whereas a house costs $2,247. 1-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids run $1,490 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,564.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,324 |  1% |  13% | |
1 bedroom | $1,475 | 1% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,580 | 1% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,095 | 2% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $2,495 | 3% | 12% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Belknap Lookout | $1,412 | |
Creston | $1,645 | |
East Hills | $1,460 | |
Eastown | $2,022 | |
Heartside Downtown Grand Rapids | $1,665 | |
Heritage Hill | $1,325 | |
Midtown | $1,605 | |
Northeast Grand Rapids | $1,863 | |
Swan | $1,600 | |
West Grand | $1,397 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,495 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,675 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,247 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $800 | 1% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,324
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
13%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,475
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,580
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,095
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
12%
Heartside Downtown Grand Rapids
Average rent
$1,665
Creston
Average rent
$1,645
West Grand
Average rent
$1,397
Belknap Lookout
Average rent
$1,412
Northeast Grand Rapids
Average rent
$1,863
Midtown
Average rent
$1,605
Swan
Average rent
$1,600
Heritage Hill
Average rent
$1,325
Eastown
Average rent
$2,022
East Hills
Average rent
$1,460
Apartments
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,675
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$2,247
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Grand Rapids, MI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Grand Rapids, MI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Grand Rapids and Allendale Charter Township by all bedroom counts and property types.
Grand Rapids
18%lower than the national median
18%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Grand Rapids, MI is equal to the median rent in Allendale Charter Township, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,600
$1,672
15%$1,580
$1,845
13%$1,325
27%$1,650
10%$1,772
34%$1,596
21%$1,600
$1,965
24%$1,735
33%$1,400
7%Cost of living in Grand Rapids, MI
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% higher |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | 10% higher |
| Transportation | 3% lower |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Grand Rapids, MI
2d ago
429 Washington St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
1 bed
1–2 baths
$520
Apartment for rent
17h ago
3902 Mayfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$585–$1,510
Apartment for rent
2d ago
34, 38, 42 Carlton Street, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
2–3 beds
1 bath
$595–$684
Apartment for rent
3d ago
935 Prospect Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
1 bed
1 bath
$595
Condo for rent
Available Jun 13
3d ago
Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids condo for rent in Grand Rapids
60 Monroe Center St Nw #6B, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
1 bed
1.5 baths
$4,250
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids condo for rent in Grand Rapids
27 Library St Ne #803, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
2 beds
2 baths
$3,650
Condo for rent
4d ago
West Grand condo for rent in Grand Rapids
335 Bridge St Nw #901, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
2 beds
2 baths
$3,600
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Grand Rapids
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Jun 3
2d ago
Verified
936 4 Mile Rd Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49544
1–2 beds
1 bath
$850–$1,405
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
1359 Plainfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,190–$2,325
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
4100 Whispering Ln Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,733–$4,670
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 21
8h ago
Verified
1851 Knapp St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,604–$3,279
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 11
2d ago
Verified
936 4 Mile Rd Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49544
1–2 beds
1 bath
$850–$1,405
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
4100 Whispering Ln Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,733–$4,670
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 21
8h ago
Verified
3000 Knapp St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,680–$2,185
Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
1640 S Greenfield Cir Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,187–$2,034
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1359 Plainfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
1 bed
1 bath
Call for price
Price drop
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
147 Lakeside Dr Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
1 bed
1 bath
Call for price
Price drop
Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
1640 S Greenfield Cir Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,187–$2,034
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Grand Rapids, MI
Quick answers to common questions about the Grand Rapids rental market.
How much is rent in Grand Rapids?
The average rent in Grand Rapids is $1,595 per month as of June 6, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Grand Rapids?
Average rent prices in Grand Rapids have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Grand Rapids rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Grand Rapids is 18% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $355 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Grand Rapids?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Grand Rapids are Heritage Hill ($1,325/mo), West Grand ($1,397/mo), and Belknap Lookout ($1,412/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Grand Rapids?
To comfortably afford rent in Grand Rapids, you'd need to earn approximately $64,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Grand Rapids?
Grand Rapids, Michigan's largest city west of Detroit, shows average rents of around $1,400 for one-bedroom apartments and around $1,600 for two-bedroom units in 2025. Two-bedroom apartments represent the largest share of the rental market at 35% of available inventory, while one-bedroom units account for 28% of monthly listings.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).