
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastgate Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (13 Rentals)
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Eastgate, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastgate?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Eastgate Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $875 | $1,670 |
Eastgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $991 | $2,810 |
Eastgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,149 | $3,570 |
Eastgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,350 | $4,538 |
Eastgate 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Eastgate Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastgate area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Arrowhead Apartments priced from $1,010. Diamond Place I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,048. Here are the most affordable Eastgate apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Arrowhead Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,010 |
Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Grand Woods Senior Apartments | 1BR 1BA - Tax Credit | 1BR,1BA | $1,197 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastgate, MI
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastgate area is the $1.60 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhouse Model at Burton Ridge Apartments in the in the Ridgemoor neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Eastgate apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - 1522 sq. ft. Model at The Brix at Midtown starting at $2,579 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastgate apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Burton Ridge Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
The Brix at Midtown | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - 1522 sq. ft. | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
726 Lake Dr SE, Unit B | 726 Lake Dr SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
ReNew Woodland Ranch South | South - 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Diamond Place I | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Madison Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
113 Packard Ave SE, Unit Apt 2 | 113 Packard Ave SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
The Preserve at Woodland | The Birchwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEastgate, Grand Rapids, MI
Ranked #28
Among neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Eastgate, Grand Rapids, MI
Mulick Park Elementary School
East Grand Rapids Middle School
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Getting Around the Eastgate Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastgate Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastgate?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastgate is under $1,325.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastgate?
The cheapest apartment in Eastgate is Diamond Place I which is listed at $1,048, while the average apartment in Eastgate costs $2,052.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastgate?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Eastgate that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Eastgate?
Cheap apartments in Eastgate have an average cost of $798 which is $1,254 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastgate.
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