740 Kellogg St SE
Grand RapidsMI49503
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastown Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $400 (28 Rentals)
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Grand Central Lofts
100 Commerce Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Burton Square Apartments
1911-1927 Kalamazoo Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49507
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$982 - $1,706Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Academy Manor
43 Lakeside Dr NEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Westminster Meadows - Senior
1150 Plymouth Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49505
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Freyling Mendels Apartments
1059 Wealthy St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49506
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Diamond Place I
1037 Michigan StGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Lafayette Apartment Homes
17 Lafayette AveGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Southview Apartments
1033-1057 College AveGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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1630 Leonard St NEGrand Rapids, MI 49505
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1626-1626 Wealthy St SE
East Grand RapidsMI49506
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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 | $1,352 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Eastown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $925 | $3,500 |
| Eastown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,854 | $945 | $3,424 |
| Eastown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,907 | $825 | $2,895 |
| Eastown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $660 | $2,700 |
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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 Studio unit found at Academy Manor priced from $982. Westminster Meadows - Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable Eastown apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Lafayette Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Southview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, No Walk Out | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| Midtown CityZen | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,173 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Stonebrook Townhomes I & II | Townhome Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastown, MI
As of August 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastown area is the $1.29 price per square foot 1035 Wealthy St SE Model at 1035 Wealthy St SE in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Eastown apartment is the Townhome Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Stonebrook Townhomes I & II starting at $1,210 with a $1.13 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. |
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| 1035 Wealthy St SE | 1035 Wealthy St SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Stonebrook Townhomes I & II | Townhome Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Mason Street Townhomes | The Thornapple | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| City View Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 429 Shirley St NE | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 25 Lafayette Apartment Homes | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 725 Michigan St NE, Unit #2 | 725 Michigan St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Lofts Apartments | 2 Bedroom-2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Leonard East Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Large Alcove, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Lofts @ 5 Lyon - Price Per Bedroom | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - Price Per Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI
East Grand Rapids High School
East Grand Rapids Public Schools
Public School - Grades 9-12 (914)
9 out of 10
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy
Grand Rapids Public Schools
Public School - Grades PK-8 (296)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Eastown Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 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 Eastown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastown is under $1,210.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastown?
The cheapest apartment in Eastown is Westminster Meadows - Senior which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Eastown costs $3,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastown?
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 20 regular apartments in Eastown 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 Eastown?
Cheap apartments in Eastown have an average cost of $253 which is $2,847 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastown.
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