
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Gate Estates Neighborhood of Grinnell, IA from $300 (13 Rentals)
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THE ARBORS APARTMENTS

Spaulding Lofts

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East Gate Estates, Grinnell, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Gate Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Gate Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $887 | $395 | $1,025 |
| East Gate Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $889 | $825 | $950 |
| East Gate Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $949 | $1,000 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the East Gate Estates Neighborhood of Grinnell, IA.
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Cheapest Available East Gate Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Gate Estates area of Grinnell, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Spaulding Lofts priced from $800. Grinnell Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $803. Here are the most affordable East Gate Estates apartments for rent in Grinnell, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spaulding Lofts | A2 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Grinnell Park Apartments | 1BR - 30% of Gross Income | 1BR,1BA | $803 |
| THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Large | 2BR,1BA | $859 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Gate Estates, IA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Gate Estates area is the $0.78 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Large Model at THE ARBORS APARTMENTS in the in the East Gate Estates neighborhood starting from $859. The second greatest value East Gate Estates apartment is the 2BR - 30% of Gross Income Model at Grinnell Park Apartments starting at $965 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the East Gate Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Gate Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ARBORS APARTMENTS | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Large | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Grinnell Park Apartments | 2BR - 30% of Gross Income | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Spaulding Lofts | A2 - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Gate Estates, Grinnell, IA
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Best Local Schools in East Gate Estates, Grinnell, IA
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