Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 27, 2026
Average rent in
Grand Rapids, MI
Average rent in
Last updated on October 27, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Grand Rapids rent stands today
Grand Rapids, MI rent rose 6.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,640/month. Renters today are paying $100 more per month on average than last year as the market recovers from a recent trough below $1,550/month.
Compared to national trends
Grand Rapids sits 13.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a mid-tier market with 391 total rentals available for a range of renter needs.
Price ranges
Studios in Grand Rapids rent for about $1,300/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,438/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,595/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,950/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,395/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Grand Rapids
$1,640/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Grand Rapids is $1,640 per month as of October 2026. This is 14% below the national average rent, or $260 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Grand Rapids
391
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 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 increased by 6% 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 $2,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids run $1,490 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,500.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,300 | 3% | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,437 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,595 | 1% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,950 |  6% | 11% | |
4 bedroom | $2,395 | No Change | 14% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Belknap Lookout | $1,498 | |
Creston | $1,695 | |
East Hills | $1,450 | |
Eastown | $1,750 | |
Heartside Downtown Grand Rapids | $1,644 | |
Michigan Oaks | $1,775 | |
Midtown | $1,709 | |
Northeast Grand Rapids | $1,828 | |
Swan | $1,752 | |
West Grand | $1,340 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,495 | 1% | 5% | |
Condos | $1,997 | 2% | 18% | |
Houses | $2,100 | 5% | 5% | |
Rooms | $802 | 10% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,437
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
11%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,395
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
14%
Heartside Downtown Grand Rapids
Average rent
$1,644
West Grand
Average rent
$1,340
Creston
Average rent
$1,695
Belknap Lookout
Average rent
$1,498
Swan
Average rent
$1,752
Northeast Grand Rapids
Average rent
$1,828
Michigan Oaks
Average rent
$1,775
East Hills
Average rent
$1,450
Midtown
Average rent
$1,709
Eastown
Average rent
$1,750
Apartments
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$1,997
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
18%
Houses
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
5%
Rooms
Average rent
$802
Last 30 days
10%
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
14%lower than the national median
16%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Grand Rapids, MI is 3% higher than the median rent in Allendale Charter Township, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,600
$1,868
19%$2,100
12%$1,775
$1,550
18%$1,775
2%$1,568
13%$1,825
20%$1,445
$1,892
5%$1,540
24%$1,503
18%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 | 3% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | No difference |
| Housing | 10% higher |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Grand Rapids, MI
2d ago
429 Washington St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
1 bed
1 bath
$572–$715
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
23h ago
3902 Mayfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$585–$1,510
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1037 Michigan St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
1–2 beds
1 bath
$675–$1,879
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
349 Corinne St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Creston house for rent in Grand Rapids
2150 Plainfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Studio
0 baths
$4,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Grand Rapids
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Grand Rapids
3007 Ledgestone Pl Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
3 beds
3.5 baths
$4,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids condo for rent in Grand Rapids
27 Library St Ne #602, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
2 beds
2 baths
$3,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
23h ago
Verified
936 4 Mile Rd Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49544
1–2 beds
1 bath
$850–$1,415
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
2233 Michigan St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,685–$2,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
11h ago
Verified
1701 Knapp St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,280–$4,373
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 13
19h ago
Verified
3000 Knapp St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,706–$2,461
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
936 4 Mile Rd Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49544
1–2 beds
1 bath
$850–$1,415
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
1701 Knapp St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,280–$4,373
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 13
19h ago
Verified
3000 Knapp St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,706–$2,461
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1513 Hidden Creek Circle Dr Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,698–$2,010
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
936 4 Mile Rd Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49544
1 bed
1 bath
$1,040–$1,250
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
1701 Knapp St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,280–$4,373
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 13
13h ago
Verified
546 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
3235 Soft Water Lake Dr Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,250–$1,450
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.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 $1,640 per month as of October 24, 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 increased by 6% since last year.
How does Grand Rapids rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Grand Rapids is 14% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $260 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Grand Rapids?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Grand Rapids are West Grand ($1,340/mo), East Hills ($1,450/mo), and Belknap Lookout ($1,498/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 $66,000/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?
May offers the lowest rents in Grand Rapids, while November sees the highest prices, creating roughly an 11% difference between peak and off-peak pricing.
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).