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Grand Rapids, MN Area Guide

Savor small-town charm and modern convenience in Minnesota’s Northwoods

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Situated in the middle of Minnesota’s Northwoods, Grand Rapids is steeped in the stunning natural beauty of towering trees and over 1,000 area lakes. Known as the southern gateway to the Chippewa National Forest, Grand Rapids is convenient to an array of outdoor activities year round, including hiking, biking, fishing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and more.

Grand Rapids is the birthplace of the legendary Judy Garland, hosting the annual Wizard of Oz Festival every year. Grand Rapids also hosts a monthly First Friday Art Walk, August’s Tall Timber Days, and the Itasca County Fair to foster a strong sense of community. Modern conveniences abound throughout Grand Rapids, from the Central Square Mall to the many restaurants lining U.S. 169. Getting around from Grand Rapids is simple with access to major roadways and the Grand Rapids-Itasca County Airport.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Grand Rapids, MN is $880 for a studio, $964 for one bedroom, $1,092 for two bedrooms, and $1,262 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Grand Rapids has increased by 2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$964/month
584 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Grand Rapids, MN is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

41 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

42 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Forest Lake Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Murphy Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Southwest Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Extended School Year

Public

Grades K-12

Extended School Year

Public

Grades K-12

Grand Rapids Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

Extended School Year

Public

Grades K-12

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.