
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South East End Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (28 Rentals)
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South East End, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South East End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East End Studio Apartments | $1,266 | $925 | $1,690 |
| South East End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $875 | $3,700 |
| South East End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,095 | $5,000 |
| South East End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $1,395 | $2,500 |
| South East End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $1,820 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available South East End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South East End area of Grand Rapids, MI is a Studio unit found at Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE priced from $750. Arrowhead Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable South East End apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Pheasant Ridge Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| The Globe Apartments | 2x1a | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Heritage Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,263 |
| The Norwood Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Wealthy & Sheldon | Wealthy Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Forest Pointe | Hawthorne | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South East End, MI
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the South East End area is the $1.45 price per square foot 906 Fairmount St SE Model at 906 Fairmount St SE in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value South East End apartment is the 2bed/2bath Model at Historic Kingsley Building starting at $1,875 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South East End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 906 Fairmount St SE | 906 Fairmount St SE | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Historic Kingsley Building | 2bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Regency Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| 514 Glenwood Ave SE, Unit 514 Glenwood Gem | 514 Glenwood Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Danbury Place Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Forest Pointe | Hawthorne | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Grand Central Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Globe Apartments | 1x1d | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Pheasant Ridge Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 549 Logan St SE | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Best Local Schools in South East End, Grand Rapids, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South East End Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South East End?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South East End is at Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South East End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South East End Apartment is $795 at Lafayette 600-300 Pleasant SE.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South East End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South East End is starting from $1,249 at Danbury Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable South East End Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South East End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Regency Park Apartments and starts from $1,345.
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