Fully Furnished Unit Available August 2026! Contact our office for more details.
These classic homes will take you back to the area in which it was built with a modern twist! You will enjoy the unique features of this historic home, including beautiful hardwood floors, stained glass, and historic design details. These historic properties, located in the Heritage Hill Historic District, features charming and spacious studio, one and two-bedroom apartments. Amenities include shared laundry facilities, bike storage, a lounge area, carport rental options, on-site parking options, and pet-friendly units with no breed or weight restrictions. There may be additional fees for electricity charged during high-use months.
The neighborhood is pedestrian and bike-friendly with easy access to downtown Grand Rapids, shopping, nightlife, local coffee shops, and restaurants. It is also conveniently located near the Medical Mile, MSU College of Medicine, Grand Valley State University downtown campus, Grand Rapids Community College, St. Mary's Hospital, DeVos Children's Hospital, Mary Free Bed, and Spectrum Downtown Hospital. EHO.
Special offer
Lafayette Apartment Homes
17 Lafayette Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Expires July 15, 2026
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Covered parking
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit S3 Studio, 1 ba | 275 | Aug 1 | $1,100 |
Unit N2 Studio, 1 ba | 269 | Now | $1,150 |
Unit S2 Studio, 1 ba | 269 | Aug 1 | $1,195 |
Unit N8 Studio, 1 ba | 306 | Now | $1,225 |
Unit N3 Studio, 1 ba | 275 | Now | $1,225 |
Unit S6 Studio, 1 ba | 275 | Now | $1,225 |
Unit 25-1 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,200 | Now | $2,125 |
What's special
On-site parking optionsBeautiful hardwood floorsStained glassHistoric design details
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Tue: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Wed: | 10 am - 5 pm |
| Thu: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Fri: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Lounge
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Security
- Controlled Access
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
- Storage Space
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- City
Unit Features
Appliances
- Freezer
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan
Flooring
- Hardwood
- Wood
Internet/Satellite
- Building-wide Wireless
- High-speed Internet Ready
Other
- Wi-fi Included
Policies
Parking
- Covered Parking
- Parking Lot
Lease terms
- Flexible
- One year
Utilities included in rent
- Electricity
- Garbage
- Gas
- Heat
- Hot water
- Internet
Pet essentials
- Small dogsAllowed
- Large dogsAllowedNumber allowed2
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed2
Special Features
- Community Room With Tv
- Decorative Fireplaces In Most Homes
- Historical Home Charm
- Large Windows
- Natural Light
- Near Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
- Near Msu College Of Medicine
- Newly Renovated Homes
- Private Entry In Some Homes
- Proximity To The Medical Mile
- Upgraded Paint And Fixtures
- Walkability Score
- Wifi Included
- Window Coverings Included
Neighborhood: Heritage Hill
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Good TransitBike Score®
/ 100
BikeableNearby schools in Grand Rapids
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Innovation Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Grand Rapids University Preparatory AcademyGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Grand Rapids Montessori Public SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Lafayette Apartment Homes is located at 17 Lafayette Ave SE in Heritage Hill, Grand Rapids, MI. The surrounding area includes approximately 20 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Palatte Coffee & Art, Lantern Coffee Bar and Lounge, and Littlebird.
The nearest public transit stop is Division And Bartlett - Rapid Stop, approximately 0.4 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in Grand Rapids is currently $1,500 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
Lafayette Apartment Homes is located within 0.2 miles of Veterans Memorial Park, 0.3 miles of MoDiv Retail Incubator, and 0.4 miles of MVP Metro Club.
Lafayette Apartment Homes is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.5 miles from Martha's Vineyard, 0.6 miles from Art of the Table, and 0.6 miles from Cheeky Strut. Additional shopping options, including Vertigo Music, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in Lafayette Apartment Homes ranges from $1,100 to $2,125. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in Grand Rapids has decreased by $23 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to Lafayette Apartment Homes include Innovation Central High School, Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy, and Grand Rapids Montessori Public School.
