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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South East Community Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $600 (35 Rentals)
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728 Baxter St SE
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$1,070 - $2,525Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
234 Market Apartments
234 Market Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
655 High St SW
Grand RapidsMI49503
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1222 Eastern Ave SE, Unit 2
1222 Eastern Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49507
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25 La Belle St SW
25 La Belle St SWGrand Rapids, MI 49507
643 Thomas St SE
Grand RapidsMI49503
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$1,200 - $1,3001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
549 Logan St SE
549 Logan St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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$1,250 - $2,040Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Box Board Lofts
470 Market Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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$1,250 - $2,1001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Globe Apartments
315 Commerce Av SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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$1,275 - $1,3251 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Southtown Lofts
640 Eastern Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
849 Kalamazoo Ave SE
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434 Crawford St SE
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742 M.L.K. Jr St SE
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357 Madison Ave. SE #F2
357 Madison AveGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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$1,500
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427 Thomas St SE, Unit 2, Unit 2
427 Thomas St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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1821 Horton Ave SE
Grand RapidsMI49507
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357 Madison Ave SE, Unit A2
357 Madison Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
840 Lafayette Ave SE
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$1,7802 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
456 Lafayette Ave SE, Unit 454
456 Lafayette Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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$1,800
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552 Union Ave SE, Unit Unit 1, Unit Unit 1
552 Union Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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$1,8001 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
611 Evans St SE, Unit 3 Floor Fully furnished, Unit 3 Floor Fully furnished
611 Evans St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
600 Lafayette Ave SE
600 Lafayette Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Metropolitan Park Apartments
350 Ionia Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Grand City Heights
333 Commerce Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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550 Paris
550 Paris Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
624 Oakdale St SE
Grand RapidsMI49507
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Sheldon Apartments
1010 Sheldon Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49507
437 Eastern Ave SE
Grand RapidsMI49503
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Southgate Senior Living
438 Division Ave SGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Wealthy & Sheldon
90 Wealthy St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
744 Oakland Ave SW
Grand RapidsMI49503
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435 LaGrave at Tapestry Square
435 La Grave Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
1802 Madison Ave SE
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630 Delaware St SE
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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 |
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| South East Community Studio Apartments | $1,226 | $1,070 | $1,440 |
| South East Community 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $895 | $1,800 |
| South East Community 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $831 | $2,495 |
| South East Community 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $758 | $2,100 |
| South East Community 4 Bedroom Apartments | $914 | $639 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available South East Community Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South East Community area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at 234 Market Apartments priced from $1,070. 25 La Belle St SW has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable South East Community apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 234 Market Apartments | Micro Apartment Style H | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| 25 La Belle St SW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Globe Apartments | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Southtown Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 49331 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Wealthy & Sheldon | Wealthy Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Box Board Lofts | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South East Community, MI
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South East Community area is the $1.20 price per square foot 832 Wealthy St SE Model at 832 Wealthy St SE, Unit 832 #A in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value South East Community apartment is the Grand Model at Hopson Flats starting at $864 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South East Community apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 832 Wealthy St SE, Unit 832 #A | 832 Wealthy St SE | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Hopson Flats | Grand | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 611 Evans St SE, Unit 3 Floor Fully furnished | 611 Evans St SE | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1e | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Southtown Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 49315 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Box Board Lofts | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Wealthy & Sheldon | Wealthy Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.02 |
| 234 Market Apartments | Micro Apartment Style H | Studio ,1BA | $3.51 |
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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 $1,490.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South East Community?
The cheapest apartment in South East Community is 549 Logan St SE which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in South East Community costs $1,675.
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 10 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 $405 which is $1,270 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South East Community.
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.
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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.
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.