Downtown Muskegon

Muskegon, MI

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Downtown Muskegon - Muskegon, MI

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A historic downtown district on Michigan’s western coast

Affordable Urban Waterfront Park-Like Small Business Boating

Downtown Muskegon is an urban oasis on Michigan’s western coast. This waterfront neighborhood is home to an array of small businesses, including Pigeon Hill Brewing Company Taproom and Rebel Pies. When residents aren’t enjoying local restaurants and breweries, you can find them at the local marinas or boating on the water. Downtown offers a park-like atmosphere and offers several green spaces, walking trails, and waterfront views. Locals enjoy the seasonal festivals held in Downtown Muskegon and appreciate the overall family-friendly atmosphere in this neighborhood. After you’ve found your affordable apartment Downtown, check out the Frauenthal Center, a historic venue offering plays, live performances, films, and more. There’s a historic charm in Downtown Muskegon, as well as a few historic sites like the Hackley and Hume Historic Site — two Queen Anne Victorian homes.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Downtown Muskegon is $1,052 for a studio, $1,413 for one bedroom, $1,746 for two bedrooms, and $1,769 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown Muskegon has increased by 2.9% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 225 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,052/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 552 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,413/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,084 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,746/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,160 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,769/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

77

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

64

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center
  • Hoffmaster State Park
  • Muskegon State Park

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