Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI from $400 (81 Rentals)
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Castle Pointe

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Timber Lake

Highland Apartments

Arbor Forest Apartments

Stonehedge

Historic Hillcrest Village Apartments
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Hull Flats

Woodbrook Village Apartments

The Uptowne Apartments

Hidden Tree Apartments and Townhomes

Homestead Apartments

1800 Coolidge Rd

Riverside Apartments

Old Canton Lane (Hodge Apartments, LLC)

Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes

Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)

Brentwood Apartments

Wilshire Apartments
East Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lansing?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap East Lansing Studio Apartments | $1,499 | $889 | $2,952 |
Cheap East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $750 | $5,361 |
Cheap East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $715 | $4,309 |
Cheap East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $670 | $3,425 |
Cheap East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $525 | $1,775 |
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East Lansing, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Lansing, MI
Pricing Updated: 04/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the East Lansing, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for East Lansing Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown East Lansing | $1,899 | $650 | 4 |
Whitehills | $2,087 | $1,199 | 3 |
Patriarche Park | $2,200 | $650 | 1 |
Cheapest Available East Lansing Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Lansing, MI is a 3 Beds unit found at Hannah Lofts in the Forest View neighborhood priced from $720. Victory East Lansing in the Forest View neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Lansing apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hannah Lofts | 3x3.5 Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $720 |
Victory East Lansing | 2BR/1BA - 731 Burcham Drive | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
Pacific Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Brentwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
745 Burcham Dr | 2BR/1BA - 745 Burcham Drive | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
Castle Pointe | Bailey | 1BR,1BA | $838 |
Trappers Cove Apartments | One Bedroom Cape Cod | 1BR,1BA | $862 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lansing area is the $0.63 price per square foot 4x4.5 Townhome B Alternate Model at Hannah Lofts in the in the Forest View neighborhood starting from $1,040. The second greatest value East Lansing apartment is the 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave Model at 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down starting at $1,150 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the North Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hannah Lofts | 4x4.5 Townhome B Alternate | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.63 |
1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down | 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Campus Village-E. Lansing | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.65 |
1039 S Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 1 - Down | 1039 S Pennsylvania Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.68 |
Block 36 | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.41 |
1224 E Malcolm X St, Unit #1 | 1224 E Malcolm X St | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
1603 Jerome St, Unit B | 1603 Jerome St | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
The Landings at Chandler Crossings | 2 BED 2 BATH - EMERALD | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
The Village at Chandler Crossings | 2 BED 2 BATH - SPARTAN | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
Foundation | The Tower | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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East Lansing Overview
Located just east of the state capital city, East Lansing effortlessly combines natural beauty with a world of accessible amenties. Home to Michigan State University as well as close to 50,000 proud residents, this prime slice of midwestern real estate is an excellent proposition for anyone in the market for a new place to hang their hat.
Why live in East Lansing, MI?
Offering an intangible youthful spirit thanks to the local university, East Lansing apartments for rent are an excellent option for anyone eager to connect with the great state of Michigan. Exciting nightlife options, plenty of eateries and a plethora of retail shopping helps yield a prime slice of midwestern charm, its name being East Lansing.
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Getting Around East Lansing, MI
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Lansing Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Lansing?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Lansing is at Abbot Manor listed at $889.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Lansing Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Lansing Apartment is $750 at Brentwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Lansing Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Lansing is starting from $725 at Victory East Lansing.
What is the most affordable East Lansing Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Lansing Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hannah Lofts and starts from $720.
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