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Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI from $400 (81 Rentals)
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Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments
2790 Sirhal DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Castle Pointe
3075 Endenhall WayEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1777 Haslett - Senior Living
1777 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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from $909Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Timber Lake
1501 N Shore DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Highland Apartments
144-224 Highland AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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from $9501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Arbor Forest Apartments
1185 Palmer LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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from $991Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Stonehedge
2224 Stonehedge DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Historic Hillcrest Village Apartments
540 Glenmoor RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Hull Flats
1127 N Hagadorn RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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from $1,0331 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Woodbrook Village Apartments
1705 Coolidge RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Uptowne Apartments
238 W Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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from $1,0401 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hidden Tree Apartments and Townhomes
410 Pine Forest DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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from $1,0741 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Homestead Apartments
426 W Lake Lansing RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
1800 Coolidge Rd
East LansingMI48823
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Riverside Apartments
1310-1320 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Old Canton Lane (Hodge Apartments, LLC)
1410 Old Canton LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes
6080 Carriage Hill DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)
1600 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Brentwood Apartments
2928 Kenwick CirLansing, MI 48912
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Wilshire Apartments
3225-3227 Holiday DrLansing, MI 48912
East Lansing, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lansing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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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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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.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- 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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.
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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.