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Average rent in Grand Rapids, MI

$1,412/mo Grand Rapids, MI average rental price, February 2023
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,412.

    Grand Rapids, MI apartment rent ranges

    About 23% of apartment rents in Grand Rapids, MI range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 10% of apartments. Around 53% of Grand Rapids’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 14% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

    Grand Rapids, MI rent trends

    Check out the average rent prices in Grand Rapids by neighborhood.

    Compared to the national average rent of $1,702, the average rent in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,412.

    Getting around in Grand Rapids, MI

    88 /100
    Very Walkable
    52 /100
    Good Transit
    60 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 88, Transit Score®: 52, Bike Score®: 60

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Grand Rapids, MI last updated?

    Prices and availability in Grand Rapids, MI were last updated on 29 Mar 2023.

    What are the best apartments in Grand Rapids, MI?

    The best apartments in Grand Rapids, MI are: Diamond Place Apts. LLC, Oakview Apartments, Mason Street Townhomes, The Lofts Apartments and Arrowhead Apartments.

    What is the average rent in Grand Rapids, MI?

    The average rent in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,412. Start your search for apartments in Grand Rapids, MI now.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Grand Rapids, MI?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Grand Rapids, MI is between $499 and $3,400. View all studio apartments in Grand Rapids, MI.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI is between $397 and $3,400. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids, MI now.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI is between $600 and $4,200. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI is between $699 and $4,292. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids, MI.

    What type of rental buildings are in Grand Rapids, MI?

    In Grand Rapids 44% of the housing is rented out compared to 56% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 16% of Grand Rapids’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 60% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Grand Rapids, MI?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Grand Rapids are about 36 years old, on average. Of these, 24% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 78% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 19% are mid-rises, and 3% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Studio apartments in Grand Rapids are around 5% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 45% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 43% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

    Grand Rapids, MI in the news

    Renter's guide to Grand Rapids, MI

    Furniture City is waiting for you!

    Grand Rapids is Michigan’s second-largest city, though it's tiny compared to the next-biggest, Detroit, which is three times larger and 157 miles away. But what it lacks in size, Grand Rapids makes up for in snow.

    Thanks to Lake Effect snow over Lake Michigan, the city averages about 75 inches of the fluffy stuff every year. Hope you like snow men!

    The average January temperature is 30°F, but July’s average high of 83°F helps balance things out.

    Even with all that snow, Grand Rapids managed to earn 13th place on the U.S. News & World Report ranking of Best Places to Live in the U.S., based on factors like cost of living, employment opportunities, good schools, and safety.

    Even more impressive is that Forbes named it the #1 City for Raising a Family, and AARP ranked it one of its best places to retire for less money.

    Grand Rapids is 50 miles from Kalamazoo, 68 miles from Lansing, and is just a few short hours to Chicago, which is 177 miles away.

    Tips for renting in Grand Rapids, MI

    If you’re ready to pack up some sweaters and move to Grand Rapids, there are a few things you need to know first.

    Michigan landlords can’t charge more than a month-and-a-half's rent as a security deposit. Make sure you get that deposit back by filling out a move-in checklist, detailing any damages you see before you sign the lease.

    Then give a copy of the list to your landlord, so when you move out, he and you will know what was there before you were. 

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    Grand Rapids, MI demographics

    Grand Rapids, MI has a population of 197,858 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 101,055 of Grand Rapids’s residents are women and 96,803 are men. The median age of those who live in Grand Rapids, MI is 31.5.

    Living in Grand Rapids, MI

    The numerous colleges in the city provide a lot in the way of diversity. The city also offers affordable housing and a comparatively low cost of living overall.

    However, Forbes named it the second-worst city in the U.S. for Cities Where African-Americans Are Doing Best Economically. The ranking is based on the number of African-Americans in the city who are homeowners or self-employed, as well as the median household income for African-Americans.

    Grand Rapids, MI households

    • 42,348 Family
      34,613 Non-family
    • 21,542 Children
      55,419 No Children
    • 76,961Total Number of Households
    • 2.47Average People Per Household
    • $55,385Median Household Income

    According to U.S. Census data, there are 76,961 households in Grand Rapids, MI. 42,348 are family households and 34,613 are non-family households. There are 21,542 households with children in Grand Rapids and 55,419 households without children. On average, about 2.47 people live in a household in Grand Rapids, MI.

    Things to do in Grand Rapids, MI

    There are plenty of things to do in Grand Rapids.

    For starters, the city hosts numerous annual festivals each year, like Celebration on the Grand, GRandJazzFest, Valent-ICE, Beer Week, LaughFest, Festival of the Arts, and more.

    If you’re thirsty, Grand Rapids is a good place to be. In fact, it was named the Best Beer Town by USA Today because of its abundance of local breweries. For something a little more low-key, head to one of the city’s parks, like Millenium Park.

    With more than 1,400 acres of nature viewing, trails, a beach, boat rentals, and picnic shelters, it’s an outdoor oasis in the middle of the city. Nearby Johnson Park offers fishing on the Grand River, as well as disc golf, ball fields, playgrounds, and sledding in the winter. And Richmond Park is the place for swimming and playing.

    Things to do

    With more than 1,400 acres of nature viewing, trails, a beach, boat rentals, and picnic shelters, it’s an outdoor oasis in the middle of the city. Nearby Johnson Park offers fishing on the Grand River, as well as disc golf, ball fields, playgrounds, and sledding in the winter. And Richmond Park is the place for swimming and playing.

    If you need something to keep the whole family busy, take a visit to the John Ball Zoo, which features zip lining, a ropes course, and a petting zoo, in addition to the animals on display.

    Although there are no professional sports teams in Grand Rapids, several local minor league teams feed into Detroit. The Grand Rapids Griffins hockey team draws in its share of fans, and many players move on to play with the Red Wings.

    The Tigers’ minor league affiliate, the Grand Rapids Whitecaps, have won five championships since 1996. College football games are popular attractions, as well.

    The Tigers’ minor league affiliate, the Grand Rapids Whitecaps, have won five championships since 1996. College football games are popular attractions, as well.

    Thrillist named Grand Rapids One of the best American Cities for Creatives, thanks to its artistic community, craft beer and music scene, affordability, and access to nature. It’s a healthy breeding ground for visual artists, with several museums and festivals to display their work.

    The Grand Rapids Art Museum features the work of local and international artists. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum exhibits artifacts from the president’s life, as well as activities and lectures for the family. Then there's the Grand Rapids Public Museum, one of the oldest history museums in the country. And the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts is the home of new and modern art and artists.

    Things to do

    Grand Rapids, MI employment & economy

    Grand Rapids got its “Furniture City” nickname from its furniture production during the early 20th century. That tradition continues today, with five office furniture manufacturers who still call the city home, including American Seating, Herman Miller, and Steelcase.

    Future job growth in Grand Rapids is projected at an impressive 43 percent over the next ten years. Automobile and aviation manufacturing are also major industries within the city, and Spectrum Health employs more people in West Michigan than any other company.

    Major corporations based in Grand Rapids include Amway, Bissell, Meijer Grocery, Wolverine World Wide, and MC Sports, Inc.

    Education in Grand Rapids, MI

    Numerous higher education institutions call Grand Rapids home, including Calvin College, Aquinas College, Thomas M. Cooley Law School, ITT Technical Institute, Davenport University, and Grand Rapids Community College. Ferris State University is downtown, and Western Michigan University‘s graduate programs are also held in the city.

    Grand Rapids is also an excellent place for public schools. City Middle/High School is ranked third in the state and 47th in the U.S., according to U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of best high schools. Newsweek named East Grand Rapids High School the third best high school in Michigan, as well as the 99th nationally, and called Forest Hills Central High School 13th best in the state and 271st in the U.S.

    Grand Rapids, MI education statistics

    The level of education of the population of Grand Rapids, MI is as follows: 5% have no high school education, 30% completed some high school, 23% partially completed college, 7% have an Associate Degree, 24% have a Bachelor Degree, and 11% have a Graduate Degree.

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