Move in before December 1 and get $100 off December rent. $995 rental rate also includes heat (gas), water and trash. You only pay for electric (averages $50/mo).
Clean, spacious and private apartment in owner-occupied home on Martin Luther King Jr St SE, also called Franklin St. Original and laminate wood flooring throughout. 1920's character preserved in this private apartment with plenty of on-street parking and just outside the bus stop. Next door to Tracy's Market for late-night munchies. Quiet home great for students and working or work-from-home professionals. This 2nd floor unit includes a large kitchen with room for a small dining table and chairs, very large pantry and original wood doors. Windows face South and West for great afternoon light and growing plants. LGBTQ friendly. Maximum 2 residents per unit. Currently two units are available and each have unique features. No smoking is permitted on the property.
995/month for monthly rental agreement (month-to-month). Maximum 2 residents per unit. Lease options available.
Rent includes heat/gas, water and trash. Tenant only pays for electric (average $50/mo) through Consumers Energy.
$995 security deposit, includes $200 non-refundable cleaning fee.
Cat friendly (no dogs, maximum 2 pets including caged animals)
Smoke free home. Smoking is not permitted on the property.
Plentiful on-street parking is available.
Renters insurance is encouraged but not required.
Several nearby laundromats make it convenient for washing clothes. Limited laundry use available for a monthly fee, as well as Wifi/internet access for a monthly fee.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applicationsSpecial offer
$995/mo
1053 Franklin St SE #2, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
1beds
500sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
Cats OK
Window unit
None laundry
Baseboard
What's special
Spacious and private apartmentVery large pantryLarge kitchen
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Contact manager
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Garbage included in rent, Gas included in rent, Heating included in rent, Heating system: Baseboard, Utilities fee required, Utilities included in rent, Water included in rent, Wifi access available for a monthly fee
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Gas, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Grand Rapids
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2025 | Price change | $995-7.4%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 11/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,075+30.3%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 7/8/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | ||
| 6/30/2021 | Listed for rent | $825+10%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | ||
| 11/6/2020 | Listing removed | $750$2/sqft |
Source: Urban Pharm | ||
Neighborhood: Baxter
There are 2 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! Move in before December 1 and get $100 off December rent.
Application fee refunded upon signing an approved lease/rental agreement.Expires November 30, 2025

