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Monthly Rent
$1,500 - $2,500
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
0.5 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
50 - 1,200 sq ft
Tours can be booked on our property website, which is listed below. Applications will not be accepted without prior communication with Waters management. Live Downtown! The Waters Center is a recently remodeled mixed use building in the middle of downtown Grand Rapids. The building contains 44 recently constructed apartments on the 5th and 6th floors of the North Tower. Originally constructed as the largest furniture showroom in the world, the building now contains a 110 room Hilton Homewood Suites Hotel occupying the South Tower, a variety of commercial office tenants on floors 2-4 North, and a mix of retail and office including The Sundance Grill, Websters Market, An Rua Salon and others. The building is only a few steps from all Grand Rapids has to offer. Contact us today to see availability! (RLNE1998591)
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Roof Terrace
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Office
- Controlled Access
- Island Kitchen
- Elevator
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 001price $2,500square feet 50availibility Now
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Unit 522price $1,500square feet 638availibility Jan 1, 2026
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Unit 502price $1,950square feet 1,200availibility Jan 1, 2026
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Unit 602price $2,200square feet 1,200availibility Feb 1, 2026
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Unit 001price $2,500square feet 50availibility Now
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Unit 522price $1,500square feet 638availibility Jan 1, 2026
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Unit 502price $1,950square feet 1,200availibility Jan 1, 2026
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Unit 602price $2,200square feet 1,200availibility Feb 1, 2026
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Cost Calculator to add these fees to the base price.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Move-In
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Cleaning FeeCharged per unit.$100
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Access Card Deposit - RefundableCharged per resident.$20
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Parking Card Deposit - RefundableCharged per vehicle.$50
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Due at Move-In
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Garage LotOne (1) parking pass is included in the cost of rent for each unit. Additional parking spaces may or may not be available, at an additional cost of $235 per month.
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Utilities Included
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Gas
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Water
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Heat
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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6+ mo
Property Information
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Built in 1898
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44 units/6 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About The Waters Center
Tours can be booked on our property website, which is listed below. Applications will not be accepted without prior communication with Waters management. Live Downtown! The Waters Center is a recently remodeled mixed use building in the middle of downtown Grand Rapids. The building contains 44 recently constructed apartments on the 5th and 6th floors of the North Tower. Originally constructed as the largest furniture showroom in the world, the building now contains a 110 room Hilton Homewood Suites Hotel occupying the South Tower, a variety of commercial office tenants on floors 2-4 North, and a mix of retail and office including The Sundance Grill, Websters Market, An Rua Salon and others. The building is only a few steps from all Grand Rapids has to offer. Contact us today to see availability! (RLNE1998591)
The Waters Center is an apartment community located in Kent County and the 49503 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Grand Rapids Public Schools attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Roof Terrace
Controlled Access
Recycling
Business Center
Grill
Property Services
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- On-Site ATM
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Recycling
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Maid Service
- Public Transportation
Shared Community
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Lounge
- Storage Space
- Vintage Building
- Conference Rooms
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
Outdoor Features
- Roof Terrace
- Grill
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Indoor Features
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Office
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- On-Site ATM
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Recycling
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Maid Service
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Lounge
- Storage Space
- Vintage Building
- Conference Rooms
- Roof Terrace
- Grill
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Office
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
| Monday | By Appointment |
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| Tuesday | By Appointment |
| Wednesday | By Appointment |
| Thursday | By Appointment |
| Friday | By Appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Historic warehouses, brick-paved streets, and sidewalk cafes adorn Downtown Grand Rapids, the dynamic heart of the city. Downtown Grand Rapids, stretched along the Grand River and extending east to Lafayette Avenue, is home to several notable locations like the Grand Rapids Art Museum, the Grand Rapids Children's Museum, and Van Andel Arena. Directly across the river sits the Grand Valley State University: Pew Campus, the Grand Rapids Public Museum, and the Gerald Ford Presidential Museum.
The pedestrian-friendly downtown district is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, theaters, museums, and entertainment venues -- so much so that once you rent your Downtown Grand Rapids apartment, you may rarely leave the area. But when you do, bus stops are available throughout the area.
Learn more about living in Downtown Grand Rapids| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 5.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 8.3 mi |
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The Waters Center Photos
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The Waters Center
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2 BR, 2 BA 960 SF
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2 BR, 2 BA, 950 SF
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The Waters Center has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Select utilities are included in rent at The Waters Center, including gas, water, heat, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
The Waters Center has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,500/mo. to $2,500/mo.
The Waters Center does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,500 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $54,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
The Waters Center is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! The Waters Center offers 3 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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