A lively area with bars, restaurants, and weekend activity. Ideal if you want a social scene steps from your apartment. Best for: Social students, upperclassmen, Greek life members. Typical rent: $850–$1,450/mo.

Near North listings average 3.7 miles from campus or ~32 min by transit.

Expect $850–$1,450/mo in Near North. Studio: $750/mo; 1 bedroom: $1,049/mo; 2 bedroom: $1,200/mo; Area range: $850–$1,450/mo.

Near North scores 81/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…

Near North is a short transit or bike ride to Grand Rapids Community. Transit convenience near Grand Rapids, MI scores about 78/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 63% of residents near Near North rent rather than own. Roughly 63% undergrad vs 37% graduate renters — Social students, upperclassmen, Greek life members.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Grand Rapids Community College, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

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