Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Hills Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (144 Rentals)

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property at 652 Chatham St NW

$895 - $995

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 14

652 Chatham St NW

Grand RapidsMI49504

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property at 202 Leonard St NE

$1,050 - $1,200

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

202 Leonard St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503

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property at 329 Lyon St NE

$1,274 - $1,424

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

329 Lyon St NE

Grand RapidsMI49503

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The Renter's Guide to Grand Rapids' Best Neighborhoods Near Major Employers

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East Hills, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Hills area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Kabo Flats at Boston Square priced from $440. 28 Jefferson Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable East Hills apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kabo Flats at Boston SquareIncome Restricted 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$440
28 Jefferson AveA1BR,1BA$950
Grand Central LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Academy ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,034
Westminster Meadows - Senior1 Bedroom w/ Patio Option1BR,1BA$1,100
Bridge Street LoftsStudio - 374 sfStudio,1BA$1,100
Highland Place ApartmentsSPACIOUS STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,105
Leonard East Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out1BR,1BA$1,117
One SouthStudioStudio,1BA$1,149
234 Market ApartmentsMicro Apartment Style HStudio,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Hills, MI

As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Hills area is the $1.13 price per square foot 228 Morris Ave SE Model at 228 Morris Ave SE, Unit Furnished Upstairs Apartment in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value East Hills apartment is the Rouge Model at Hopson Flats starting at $663 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
228 Morris Ave SE, Unit Furnished Upstairs Apartment228 Morris Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.13
Hopson FlatsRouge4BR,2BA$0.49
320 Charles Ave SE, Unit 320 Charles Apt 2320 Charles Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.52
Stonebrook Townhomes I & IITownhome Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.23
834 Sherman St SE2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
320 Prospect Ave SE, Unit 320 Prospect Ave320 Prospect Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.53
Leonard East Apartments2 Bedrooms Large Alcove, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.72
Waters House Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.81
The Lofts @ 5 Lyon3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed3BR,1BA$1.23
Off Broadway Apartments - Price Per Bedroom3 Bed 2 Bath - Price Per Bed3BR,2BA$1.27

Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Find your perfect student apartment near Aquinas College, Calvin University, Cornerstone University, and Grand Rapids Community College. Discover top neighborhoods for off-campus housing in Grand Rapids, MI.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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East Hills, Grand Rapids, MI

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Grand Rapids, MI. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Hills is at Grand Central Lofts listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Hills Apartment is $440 at Kabo Flats at Boston Square.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Hills is starting from $500 at Kabo Flats at Boston Square.

What is the most affordable East Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kabo Flats at Boston Square and starts from $555.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI

Written by: Mike Heuer

I grew up near Grand Rapids and have visited the growing city and its surrounding area many times. It is a true jewel of southwestern Michigan and very close to Lake Michigan and many other great locales.

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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Written by: Mike Heuer

Aquinas College is a private Catholic school of higher education that focuses on liberal arts and was founded in 1886 by the Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids.

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Learn what Locals Love About Renting in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Written by: Mike Heuer

The city of Grand Rapids has a growing population of about 203,000, while the greater metropolitan area, including the city, has about 1.2 million residents.

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The Renters Guide to Grand Rapids Best Neighborhoods Near Major Employers

Written by: Mike Heuer

My name is Mike, and I am your ApartmentHomeLiving.com guide for the greater Grand Rapids area.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.