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Apartments for Rent in Big Rapids MI - 201 Rentals

Big Rapids, MI Apartments for Rent

Best known as the home of Ferris State University, Big Rapids is a small city on the banks of the Muskegon River in west-central Michigan. The university’s student population outnumbers the city’s permanent residents, giving the community a distinctive college town atmosphere – the downtown area around the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Maple Street is major walking district offering up a wide selection of specialty shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and nightlife hotspots. Catch a movie at AMC Classic Big Rapids 4, then walk up the street for dinner and a pint at Raven Brewing & BBQ.

The local rental market caters to the student population with abundant budget-friendly apartments, condos, and houses all over town. The Ferris State campus on the south side of town is a major focal point for the community, especially when the Bulldogs are playing on home ice. The city is perched right on the edge of the massive Huron-Manistee National Forests, putting you in the ideal position to take advantage of the region’s unspoiled natural landscape.


Big Rapids, MI Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Big Rapids, MI?

The average rent in Big Rapids is $734. When you rent an apartment in Big Rapids, you can expect to pay as little as $734 or as much as $865, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Big Rapids, MI?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Big Rapids, MI is $734 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Big Rapids, MI?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Big Rapids, MI is $865 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Big Rapids, MI?

Transit options in Big Rapids vary, but overall, it has a transit score of 0.

Education

What are the top Elementary schools in Big Rapids, MI?

In Big Rapids, you’ll find top-ranking elementary schools like Riverview Elementary School, Brookside Elementary School, and Big Rapids Middle School.

What are the top middle schools in Big Rapids, MI?

Big Rapids is home to some top-ranking middle schools, including Big Rapids Middle School, Big Rapids Virtual School, and Mecosta-Osceola Education Center.

What are the top high schools in Big Rapids, MI?

Moving is tough for high school students! Look for Big Rapids apartments near top-ranking high schools like Big Rapids High School, Big Rapids Virtual School, and Mecosta-Osceola Education Center.

What colleges and universities are in Big Rapids, MI?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Big Rapids, you’ll have access to Ferris State University.

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