
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastown Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (48 Rentals)
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28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B

Grand Central Lofts

202 Leonard St NE

The Globe Apartments

Burton Square Apartments

Academy Manor

Westminster Meadows - Senior

Freyling Mendels Apartments
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Diamond Place I

737 Fulton St E

Leonard East Apartments

317 Prospect Ave NE

1008 Baxter St SE

Southtown Lofts

834 Oakhill St SE

25 La Belle St SW
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222 Lafayette Ave NE, Unit 2

325 Crescent St NE

732 Fairview Ave NE

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848 Crescent St NE

549 Logan St SE

Maryland Park

643 Thomas St SE

Atlantis House

Emerald Flats
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Holiday Gardens Leonard

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Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE

Lafayette Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

Lofts on Prospect

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Heritage Collection
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Grand City Heights

43 Lafayette Ave

123 Division Ave S

Iowa Flats

Fountain Hill Flats

550 Paris

Eastgate Village

500 Cedar St NE
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One South

Sheldon Apartments

225 Lyon
Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastown Studio Apartments | $1,379 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Eastown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $895 | $3,700 |
| Eastown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,885 | $1,004 | $5,000 |
| Eastown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $860 | $3,179 |
| Eastown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $685 | $2,580 |
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Cheapest Available Eastown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastown area of Grand Rapids, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Globe Apartments priced from $975. Academy Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $982. Here are the most affordable Eastown apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Academy Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $982 |
| Westminster Meadows - Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Diamond Place I | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| Southtown Lofts | One Bedroom Style D | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Grand Central Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 25 La Belle St SW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastown, MI
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastown area is the $1.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at 601 Michigan in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Eastown apartment is the The Thornapple Model at Mason Street Townhomes starting at $1,745 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Michigan Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 601 Michigan | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Mason Street Townhomes | The Thornapple | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| 519 Lydia St NE, Unit Lydia G.R | 519 Lydia St NE | 3BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 531 Eastern Ave NE, Unit B | 531 Eastern Ave NE | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Diamond Place I | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 607 Fulton St E | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Large Alcove, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1c | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 28 Jefferson Ave SE, Unit B | 28 Jefferson Ave SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastown is at Academy Manor listed at $982.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastown Apartment is $975 at The Globe Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastown is starting from $1,175 at 25 La Belle St SW.
What is the most affordable Eastown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Eastown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trowbridge Flats and starts from $1,950.
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