249 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath

249 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

East Hills

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Property Type
Apartment

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 249 Eastern Ave SE.
  • Schools1 Preschool School4 Elementary Schools7 Middle Schools4 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Welcome to 249 Eastern! An affordable 1-bedroom apartment located in Cherry Hill.

You will love the location between Cherry and Wealth Street. Walk directly into the spacious living room. If entertaining, you can close the French doors to the kitchen and the back rooms. The kitchen has an apartment fridge, gas stove, and a double sink. The bathroom has a clawfoot tub and old-school sink with counter & cabinet space. Lastly, enter the bedroom in the back of the unit with a double-sided closet and room for a queen bed and furniture.

- Upstairs unit
- Off-street shared parking and on-street parking
- Resident pays for electric, gas, trash and a portion of the water
- New furnace for heat, no AC but window units acceptable
- No Laundry onsite at this time
- 3x income or co-signer required
- No smoking unit
- Water/Sewer: Billed to tenants and pro-rated at 1/3 which for the building
- Application Fee $40/per person 18yrs and older must apply
- No evictions, judgment, or past due rent
- Avoid fraud: This listing is presented only by: Peak Real Estate and Management, Exclusive Listing Agent
249 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in East Hills. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2026 with an asking price of $1,050 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 12, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,031/month.

Home Details for 249 Eastern Ave SE

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Additional Information

Gated

Comparable Sales for 249 Eastern Ave SE

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
450 Henry Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.28
Apartment
$400,000
01/13/26
2
1
1,000 sqft
441 Madison Ave SE #1, Grand Rapids, MI
0.55
Apartment
$760,000
10/22/25
2
1
1,450 sqft
611 Martin Luther King Jr St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.67
Apartment
$103,724
06/02/26
2
1
1,600 sqft
709 Hawthorne St NE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.57
Apartment
$485,000
01/29/26
3
1
-
219 Prospect Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.89
Apartment
$338,000
10/20/25
1
1
600 sqft
944 Sherman St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.50
Apartment
$315,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
-
142 Langdon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.58
Apartment
$335,000
11/18/25
1
1
800 sqft
843 Prince St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.79
Apartment
$283,900
08/21/26
2
2
1,100 sqft
727 Prospect Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI
0.83
Apartment
$435,000
11/04/25
3
2
1,497 sqft
317 Cedar St NE, Grand Rapids, MI
1.70
Apartment
$170,000
01/08/26
1
1
750 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Grand Rapids

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,031/mo
Average rent
$1.64K
$42MoM
Available listings
549
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Neighborhood Overview

East Hills
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What Locals Say about East Hills

At least 144 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 98 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 98 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say car is needed

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say it's quiet

  • 34 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Linda P.
    "I Used Visit Over There ,& Live Over There ,Long Long Time Ago Very Nice Neighborhood if Its Still the Same "
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  • Trulia User
    "I usually was too busy to attend but there are a lot of community events. East town fair is my favorite "
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  • Trulia User
    "I absolutely love living in East Hills/Eastown! Itā€™s beautiful and there is so much to do. Everything is easy and accessible via bike or walk. The only downside is no convenient grocery store that I like, but everything else is great!"
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  • Trulia User
    "The people here are really cool and it has an amazing restaurant and bar scene. Old home with lots of character and a lot of younger people "
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  • Dianahunter1957.dh
    "I've lived in my home since 1989. Raised my children and yes still love living here. All kinds of people live here! All generations, cultures, and lifestyles. It really not new. It's always been that way. That's why Eastown, easthills, heritage hill, to Fulton heights has a sign that says "Center of the universe" in the center at Lake Dr. Cherry st and Diamond ave. Yup west of the Paddock mansion. The one with trees he collected along the same latitude as G.R.. all over the world. A100 years ago. That's not the only building on the national historic register. I like that the younger ones are wanting to live and invest in cozy, solid, extremely well built home. Plus you don't have to have your dinner dishes cleaned up after dinner for company. You just close the door. šŸ¤—"
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  • Skye S.
    "There is a popular dog park within walking distance of the Farmer's Market. Very dog friendly area for walking. "
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  • Am H.
    "I have a five minute drive to work and the only downside is the construction and zero off street parking that makes it take longer than 5 minutes"
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  • Robert M.
    "Degenerates from Southeast GR and a few rough neighborhoods in this area, still not bad for the most part.. Never had any real issues and I run around at all hours."
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  • kseNIA
    "Neighbors are friendly and helpful. The streets are walkable and it is easy to get downtown for concerts and events. Art Prize covers many venues in this area. Busses run up and down Fulton and Lake Dr. It is generally quiet and peaceful."
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  • Linzdavis12
    "Iā€™ve lived in this neighborhood for 6 years. Neighbors are friendly and the location is great for walking to bars/restaurants and shops."
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  • Mary C.
    "Dog owners have endless beautiful city streets to walk their furry buddies on. East Hills is a pet friendly neighborhood. Walking your dog is a great way to meet neighbors."
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  • Maria S.
    "East hills is a very nice area. The shops and restaurants around make t a very popular place for events and parties as well as visitors from the suburbs. The streets are safe and walkable. The houses are very beautiful and old. Far enough from downtown to feel calm, close enough to feel vibrant. "
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  • Mary C.
    "My neighbors are friendly and walk around the neighborhood. You donā€™t just wave at them as they drive by. There is a real interesting mix of people with different backgrounds and interests. I learn a lot from their experiences."
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  • doinkers104
    "This area offers the best of all that Grand rapids has to offer. Its close enough to downtown to walk and also close to east town and East Grand Rapids. Only downfall is the public school system. Nice restaurants and newly renovated parks! I have lived (rented 6 years ) in the area for about 8 years and bought a house with my husband last year. Love it!"
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  • Paula
    "We bought our home as an investment allowing our college age children to live here while attending school. The neighborhood has been especially welcoming. There is a Facebook page just for our street and area which shares anything we might want to be aware of, or simply friendly neighbor invites. Upscale restaurants and shops around the corner and easy access to downtown and schools. Homes being renovated and people who look out for one another gets our votes."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 12, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,050
Aug 4, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,050
Jul 23, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,150
Jun 12, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,150

Frequently asked questions about 249 Eastern Ave SE

  • Is Grand Rapids a buyer's or seller's market?
    Grand Rapids is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Grand Rapids?
    The median sale price in Grand Rapids is $309K. That is up $4.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the East Hills neighborhood?
    Residents describe the East Hills neighborhood in Grand Rapids, MI as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in East Hills, Grand Rapids.
  • What are the closest schools to 249 Eastern Ave SE?
    The closest schools to 249 Eastern Ave SE in Grand Rapids, MI are Alger Middle School (rated 2/10), Blandford Nature Center (Elementary/Middle, rated 8/10), Center For Economicology (Elementary/Middle, rated 8/10).

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