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The Globe
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Experience a unique blend of history and modern living at The Globe Apartments, set in the popular Heartside-Downtown neighborhood of Grand Rapids. The distinct high-rise building, with its exposed original timbers and abundant natural light pouring through historical seven-foot windows, speaks volumes of its stylish past and present allure. Reviews highlight the ease of accessing downtown attractions and the dedication of the management team, enhancing the appeal of this vibrant community. The Globe's cost-effective pricing, being 12% below the metro average, complements its array of amenities like a gym, on-site laundry, and parking, making it a prime choice for those seeking convenience and charm. With parks, transportation, and schools within walking distance, it's a neighborhood gem perfect for taking full advantage of all the city has to offer.
- 6 units available
- 1 Bed • 2 Beds • 3+ Beds
- Location
- 315 Commerce Ave Sw, Grand Rapids MI 49503, Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids
- Amenities
- On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Gym, Air conditioning + more
- Price range
- $1,375 - $1,732 per month
- Commute
Price and Availability
The Globe apartments start at $1,375/month. There are 6 available apartments priced from $1,375 to $1,732. Prices were last verified by The Globe 1 minute ago.
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Unit 1-313
Avail. Dec 13
$1,375
Unit 1-212
Avail. Dec 10
$1,375
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The Globe Apartments, a Grand Rapids landmark for nearly 116 years, is the best place to begin and end your day. Our downtown apartments feature a high-rise building that reflects the area's industrial feel with beautiful brick exteriors. Residents can choose between spacious one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans that can accommodate every lifestyle. Original timbers have been left exposed to add charm to the more than 18 distinctive floor plans. The seven-foot windows have been historically replicated to allow abundant natural light into each apartment. An ever-evolving and expertly reimagined piece of Grand Rapids history, you can now make The Globe Apartments your new home!
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Explore the Area
Grand Central Market
0.4 mi
Martha's Vineyard
1.0 mi
Bridge Street Market
1.1 mi
Wealthy Market
1.3 mi
Family Fare
1.8 mi
The Kitchen @ 40 Cherry
0.1 mi
Peppino's
0.1 mi
One Twenty Three Tavern
0.2 mi
Tavern on the Square
0.2 mi
Lantern Coffee Shop
0.2 mi
Division at Bartlett (SB)
0.1 mi
Division at Bartlett (NB)
0.1 mi
Rapid Central Station
0.1 mi
Division at Wealthy (NB)
0.1 mi
Division at Wealthy (SB)
0.2 mi
Weller Airport
6.5 mi
Riverview Airport
7.0 mi
Gerald R. Ford International Airport
9.2 mi
Somerville Airport
9.4 mi
Mitch Veenstra Airport
11.3 mi
3 /10
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy
Public6-12
432 Students
0.3 mi
8 /10
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center
CharterK-5
262 Students
0.4 mi
4 /10
Southwest Community Campus School
PublicK-8
816 Students
0.8 mi
4 /10
Innovation Central High School
Public9-12
706 Students
0.8 mi
5 /10
Grand Rapids Montessori Public School
PublicK-12
408 Students
0.9 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Heartside Park
0.1 mi
Mel Trotter Park
0.1 mi
Pekich Park
0.1 mi
Studio Park Piazza
0.2 mi
Downtown Dog Park
0.3 mi
NIA Centre
0.1 mi
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
0.2 mi
DreamPirate Gallery
0.2 mi
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
0.2 mi
Founder's Brewing Company
0.3 mi
Downtown Westside Dog Park
0.9 mi
Eastown Veterinary Clinic
1.7 mi
Hillcrest Dog Park
1.8 mi
Heaven at Home
2.3 mi
Covell Dog Park
2.6 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 97 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 63 — Offers reasonable public transit options nearby.Public Transit Access
The Heartside-Downtown Grand Rapids area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 23 nearby routes: 23 bus, 0 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Division at Bartlett (SB) (~0.08 mi)
- Division at Bartlett (NB) (~0.1 mi)
- Rapid Central Station (~0.14 mi)
- Division at Wealthy (NB) (~0.14 mi)
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The Globe has 6 units available starting at $1,375 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Grand Rapids, MI, the average rent is $1,319 for a studio, $1,596 for a 1-bedroom, $1,918 for a 2-bedroom, and $2,080 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Grand Rapids, MI, check out our monthly Grand Rapids, MI Rent Report.
Some of The Globe's amenities include on-site laundry, hardwood floors, and dishwasher. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The Globe is not currently offering any rent specials.
No, The Globe is not pet-friendly. If you're looking for rentals that allow pets, check out pet-friendly listings in Grand Rapids.
Yes, The Globe offers parking.
No, The Globe does not offer units with in unit laundry.
No, The Globe does not have a pool.
Yes, The Globe has accessible units.
Yes, The Globe has units with dishwashers.