Average Rent in Grand Rapids, MI
What is the average rent in Grand Rapids, MI?
The average listed apartment rent in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,825 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 96 priced apartments in 14 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 10, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
14 apartment buildings, 96 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Grand Rapids, MICheapest
$1,050/mo
Westminster Meadows: Senior Housing and Apartment Community
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14
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Units
96
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Grand Rapids, MI Rent Prices
All 14 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Westminster Meadows: Senior Housing and Apartment Community
1150 Plymouth Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
Bridge Street Lofts
449-499 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
Northbrook Office Park
2920 Fuller Ave NE #200, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
Central Park Place
2875 Central Park Way NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
Box Board Lofts
470 Market Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Stonebrook Townhomes I & II
1880 Stonebrook Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
Royal Vista Apartments and Townhomes
2699 Royal Vista Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westminster Meadows: Senior Housing and Apartment Community 1150 Plymouth Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA | $1,050 | $1,075 | $1.88/ft² | 5 (5) | 2 |
| 2 | Bridge Street Lofts 449-499 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA | $1,165 | $1,165 | $2.81/ft² | 3.8 (12) | 1 |
| 3 | Northbrook Office Park 2920 Fuller Ave NE #200, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA | $1,285 | $1,293 | -- | 4.8 (6) | 2 |
| 4 | Central Park Place 2875 Central Park Way NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA | $1,288 | $1,473 | $1.84/ft² | 3.4 (95) | 17 |
| 5 | Box Board Lofts 470 Market Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA | $1,300 | $1,542 | $2.95/ft² | 4.6 (39) | 17 |
| 6 | Stonebrook Townhomes I & II 1880 Stonebrook Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA | $1,321 | $1,507 | $1.34/ft² | 3.5 (57) | 3 |
| 7 | Royal Vista Apartments and Townhomes 2699 Royal Vista Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534, USA | $1,395 | $1,611 | $1.47/ft² | 4 (40) | 9 |
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Westminster Meadows: Senior Housing and Apartment Community
5 (5)1150 Plymouth Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
Bridge Street Lofts
3.8 (12)449-499 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, USA
Northbrook Office Park
4.8 (6)2920 Fuller Ave NE #200, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
Central Park Place
3.4 (95)2875 Central Park Way NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
Box Board Lofts
4.6 (39)470 Market Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Stonebrook Townhomes I & II
3.5 (57)1880 Stonebrook Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA
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Grand Rapids, MI neighborhoods
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Grand Rapids, MI Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,825 per month, based on 96 units across 14 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,050 at Westminster Meadows: Senior Housing and Apartment Community to $3,891 at Avanterra Forest Hills Preserve.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,306/mo | $1,165/mo | 7 |
| 1 Bed | $1,522/mo | $1,050/mo | 41 |
| 2 Bed | $1,891/mo | $1,321/mo | 32 |
| 3 Bed | $2,746/mo | $1,500/mo | 12 |
| 4 Bed | $3,791/mo | $3,691/mo | 2 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Grand Rapids, MI, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Grand Rapids, MI averages $1,522/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,891/mo. At the local median household income of $65,526, that works out to 33% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Grand Rapids, MI at $1,191/mo. The current tracked market average runs 53% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Grand Rapids, MI while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Grand Rapids, MI?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$73,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,825/mo.
Comfortable income
$88,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,050/mo), you need to earn at least $42,000/year.
Median household income in Grand Rapids, MI is $65,526 , about 25% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Grand Rapids, MI
Overall prices in Grand Rapids, MI runs below the national average by about 5% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 95.0, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Grand Rapids, MI's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,825 |
| Utilities | $382 |
| Groceries | $508 |
| Transportation | $910 |
| Healthcare | $444 |
| Other goods and services | $710 |
| Estimated total | $4,779/mo |
Population
197,768
Median household income
$65,526
Census median rent
$1,191/mo
Census rent burden
30.1%
Median age
32.1
Mean commute
19 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Michigan
How Grand Rapids, MI rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Grand Rapids, MI | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit, MI | $1,712 | -6% | +4.4% | 39 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $1,935 | +6% | -3.5% | 27 |
| Auburn Hills, MI | $1,720 | -6% | +7.5% | 15 |
| Lansing, MI | $1,300 | -29% | -1.4% | 15 |
| Farmington Hills, MI | $1,450 | -21% | +4.7% | 14 |
| Livonia, MI | $1,307 | -28% | +0.8% | 13 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Grand Rapids, MI?
The average listed apartment rent in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,825 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 96 priced apartments in 14 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Grand Rapids, MI?
The median asking rent in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,573 per month, computed from 96 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,825/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Grand Rapids, MI?
The lowest available rent in Grand Rapids, MI starts at $1,050 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI?
1-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids, MI average $1,522/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,050/mo across 41 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Grand Rapids, MI?
2-bedroom apartments in Grand Rapids, MI average $1,891/mo. Units start from $1,321/mo across 32 units currently listed.
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