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Grand Rapids, MI

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Michigan’s second-largest city is an artistic haven.

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The second largest city in Michigan, Grand Rapids rests on the Grand River, about 30 miles east of Lake Michigan. Formerly known as the Furniture City, Grand Rapids is now nicknamed the River City as well as Beer City USA for its riverside locale and proximity to 40 craft breweries. Grand Rapids is also the hometown of former United States President Gerald Ford. Fans of the 38th president can learn more about his life and impact on American history at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum.

Notable as an artistic haven, Grand Rapids hosts the annual ArtPrize competition, a 19-day affair drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors to the city and featuring artwork all throughout Downtown Grand Rapids. Frederik Meijer Gardens exhibits an expansive variety of sculptures and gardens both indoors and outdoors. Meyer May House is revered as one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural masterpieces.

Located within an hour’s drive of Kalamazoo and Lansing, Grand Rapids is convenient to major highways and Gerald R. Ford International Airport, making for simple travels and commutes.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Grand Rapids, MI is $1,108 for a studio, $1,306 for one bedroom, $1,538 for two bedrooms, and $2,049 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Grand Rapids has increased by 2.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,306/month
688 Sq Ft
House
$2,238/month
1,340 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,821/month
810 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,768/month
717 Sq Ft
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Transportation

56

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

21

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

49

Bikeable

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

Schools

Knapp Forest Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

572 Students

10
out of 10

Pine Ridge Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

491 Students

9
out of 10

Lakeside School

Public

Grades K-5

451 Students

9
out of 10

Orchard View Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

407 Students

9
out of 10

Northern Trails 5/6 School

Public

Grades 5-6

478 Students

8
out of 10

City High Middle School

Public

Grades 7-12

908 Students

9
out of 10

East Grand Rapids Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

652 Students

9
out of 10

Northern Hills Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

546 Students

9
out of 10

Blandford Nature Center

Public

Grades 6

60 Students

8
out of 10

Center For Economicology

Public

Grades 6

59 Students

8
out of 10

East Grand Rapids High School

Public

Grades 9-12

914 Students

10
out of 10

Northern High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,134 Students

9
out of 10

Central High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,053 Students

9
out of 10

City High Middle School

Public

Grades 7-12

908 Students

9
out of 10

Northview High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,092 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Grand Rapids Children's Museum
  • Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium
  • Grand Rapids Public Museum
  • Highland Park
  • John Ball Zoo

Airports

  • Gerald R Ford International

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