
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South East Community Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $895 (17 Rentals)


744 M.L.K. Jr St SE

1054 Lafayette Ave SE

806 Kalamazoo Ave SE

25 La Belle St SW
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The Globe Apartments

728 Baxter St SE

357 Madison Ave. SE #F2

834 Sherman St SE

357 Madison Ave SE, Unit A2
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520 Union Ave SE

Metropolitan Park Apartments

744 Oakland Ave SW

738 Oakland Ave SW

435 LaGrave at Tapestry Square
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Southgate Senior Living

434 Worden St SE
South East Community, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South East Community?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East Community Studio Apartments | $1,168 | $995 | $1,395 |
| South East Community 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $895 | $1,685 |
South East Community 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $895 | $2,495 |
| South East Community 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $846 | $2,275 |
| South East Community 4 Bedroom Apartments | $920 | $658 | $2,200 |
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Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Colleges and Universities in Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Best Local Schools in South East Community, Grand Rapids, MI
Southwest Community Campus School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South East Community Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South East Community?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South East Community is under $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South East Community?
The cheapest apartment in South East Community is 25 La Belle St SW which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in South East Community costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South East Community?
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 4 regular apartments in South East Community 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 South East Community?
Cheap apartments in South East Community have an average cost of $413 which is $1,337 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South East Community.
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The Local Experts Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Grand Rapids, MI
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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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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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