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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern kitchen
  • In-unit laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Modern comfort
  • Pet-friendly

Location

616 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA|SECA
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Management

Next Level Properties

Leasing office

(844) 326-3453 ext. 1687

Property Overview

616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast is rated highly with an 8.6 overall score from Zumper, reflecting its competitive pricing and high-quality amenities, including a modern kitchen and in-unit laundry. With a prime location rated 9 out of 10, residents enjoy proximity to public transport, a top-rated middle school, and a vibrant social scene featuring numerous dining options. The property is also pet-friendly, complemented by nearby pet supply stores and a dog park, ensuring an accommodating environment for renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast2 bed1 bath1,100 sqft$1,685 /mo**FIRST MONTH'S RENT ONLY $1,000 IF YOU SIGN A LEASE BEFORE OCTOBER 15TH** Welcome to your newly renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Grand Rapids’ sought-after Heritage Hill neighborhood! This lower-level duplex unit offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort, with 1,100 square feet of beautifully updated living space. Step inside to enjoy a completely refreshed interior featuring stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, a modern kitchen and bathroom, and private basement storage. This spacious apartment is ideally located just minutes from both Eastown’s local shops and restaurants and the lively energy of Downtown Grand Rapids, with easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. - Furnishing is available upon request. Please reach out for details and pricing. - Pet-friendly with additional deposit and monthly fee [Click Schedule Showing] to schedule your self-guided tour and take advantage of the move-in credit while it lasts!

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Amenities for 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast

Apartment Amenities

DryerWater

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1915
Lease terms12+ months
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About 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast

HomeApartments in Grand RapidsSECA 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast

**FIRST MONTH'S RENT ONLY $1,000 IF YOU SIGN A LEASE BEFORE OCTOBER 15TH** Welcome to your newly renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Grand Rapids’ sought-after Heritage Hill neighborhood! This lower-level duplex unit offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort, with 1,100 square feet of beautifully updated living space. Step inside to enjoy a completely refreshed interior featuring stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, a modern kitchen and bathroom, and private basement storage. This spacious apartment is ideally located just minutes from both Eastown’s local shops and restaurants and the lively energy of Downtown Grand Rapids, with easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. - Furnishing is available upon request. Please reach out for details and pricing. - Pet-friendly with additional deposit and monthly fee [Click Schedule Showing] to schedule your self-guided tour and take advantage of the move-in credit while it lasts!


Year Built: 1915

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 164 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 247 mixed-use spaces nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 190 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in SECA

2-bedroom apartments at 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast cost about 35% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in SECA.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
SECA
Grand Rapids
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,349
December 2023$1,368
January 2024$1,407
February 2024$1,376
March 2024$1,313
April 2024$1,395
May 2024$1,422
June 2024$1,363
July 2024$1,452
August 2024$1,463
September 2024$1,457
October 2024$1,453
November 2024$1,422
December 2024$1,416
January 2025$1,450
February 2025$1,432
March 2025$1,417
April 2025$1,432
May 2025$1,459
June 2025$1,415
July 2025$1,421
August 2025$1,452
September 2025$1,446
October 2025$1,445
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in SECA
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$895

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,685.
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Schools near 616 Lafayette Avenue Southeast

Martin Luther King Leadership Academy

645 logan st se

grand rapids, MI, 49503

PK, K-8Public
C-

Kent Education Center - Oakleigh

2223 gordon st nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

K-8Public
C

Lincoln School

860 crahen ave ne

grand rapids, MI, 49525

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

SECA | Grand Rapids, MI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Grand Rapids near 616 Lafayette Ave Se

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 616 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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