Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South East End Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI from $300 (22 Rentals)

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Atlantis House
4 Bedroom Apartments

Atlantis House

429-431 Washington StGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Park Place Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

2932 Marshall Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49508
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101 South Division Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

101 South Division Lofts

101 Division Ave SGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Grand City Heights
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand City Heights

333 Commerce Ave SWGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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123 Division Ave S
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

123 Division Ave S

123 Division Ave SGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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43 Lafayette Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

43 Lafayette Ave

43 Lafayette AveGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Iowa Flats
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Iowa Flats

119-125 Jefferson Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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550 Paris
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

550 Paris

550 Paris Ave SEGrand Rapids, MI 49503
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Eastgate Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastgate Village

1624 Hutchinson AveGrand Rapids, MI 49506
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South East End, Grand Rapids, MI Local Guide

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 Arrowhead Apartments priced from $930. Freyling Mendels Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable South East End apartments for rent in Grand Rapids, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arrowhead ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$930
Freyling Mendels ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,030
Pheasant Ridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,100
Forest PointeWillow1BR,1BA$1,150
549 Logan St SEOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South East End, MI

As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the South East End area is the $1.54 price per square foot 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Madison Apartment Homes in the in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value South East End apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Viewpointe Apartments starting at $1,235 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Ridgemoor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South East End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Madison Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.54
Viewpointe Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.15
128 Luton Ave SE, Unit 1128 Luton Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.47
Danbury Place ApartmentsModel2BR,1BA$1.31
Grand Central LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.76
The Globe Apartments1x1d1BR,1BA$1.81
Pheasant Ridge Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.70
Forest PointeWillow1BR,1BA$1.68
549 Logan St SEOne Bed1BR,1BA$2.00
Freyling Mendels ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$1.92

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South East End, Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked #29

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South East End Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Arrowhead Apartments listed at $930.

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 $1,083 at Arrowhead Apartments.

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 $1,235 at Viewpointe 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 The Globe Apartments and starts from $2,063.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.