Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI from $400 (64 Rentals)
Explore the Best Cheap Apartments in East Lansing for Renters Looking for a Great Deal on Lower Cost Rent for the Area.
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartm...
340 Oakhill Ave, Unit 2
Victory East Lansing
Stonehedge
Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes
1777 Haslett - Senior Living
Prime Housing Group
Arbor Forest Apartments
Timber Lake
Campus View Apartments
Riverside Apartments
Oakwood Apartments
Garten Haus
Cedar Greens Apartments
College Park Apartments
Stoddard Apartments
Lowebrook Apartments
Friendship Manor
Cedarview East Apartments
135 Kedzie St
North Pointe Apartments
Beal Street Apartments
Pleasant View
Abbott Parkside
1855 Place
Brookport Apartments
Old Canton Lane (Hodge Apartments, LLC)
Courtyard Flatlets
Parkside Apartments
Cedarbrook Apartments
Jo Don Apartments
Masonic Temple
Eastwind Apartments
Highland Apartments
Burnt Tree Apartments
Walden Woods Apartments
218 Bingham St, Unit C
Wilshire Apartments
Trappers Cove Apartments
Towne Square Apartments
Andrea Hills Apartments
Woodmar Apartments
811 Larned St, Unit 811 Larned Lower
Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes
1016 E Greenlawn Ave
Hawk's Ridge Senior/Family Apartments
1001-1009 Fairway Ln
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 | $1,509 | $860 | $3,005 |
Cheap East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $680 | $4,374 |
Cheap East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $715 | $3,900 |
Cheap East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $575 | $3,407 |
Cheap East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $945 | $430 | $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: 01/02/2025Current 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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Whitehills | $1,417 | $505 | 55 |
Downtown East Lansing | $1,479 | $435 | 102 |
Grand River | $2,950 | $435 | 62 |
Patriarche Park | $2,950 | $435 | 43 |
Cheapest Available East Lansing Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Lansing, MI is a 4 Beds unit found at 25 East in the Eastfield neighborhood priced from $505. Hannah Lofts in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $680. 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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25 East | 4BR/2BA - Top Floor | 4BR,2BA | $505 |
Hannah Lofts | 3x3.5 Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $680 |
Pacific Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Victory East Lansing | 2BR/1BA - 745 Burcham Drive | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
Trappers Cove Apartments | One Bedroom Cape Cod | 1BR,1BA | $806 |
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartm... | The Berkshire | 2BR,1BA | $808 |
Towne Square Apartments | End Zone | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
Stonehedge | The Briton | Studio,1BA | $860 |
Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $883 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI
As of January 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Lansing area is the $0.42 price per square foot Pent-House Model at The Cottages in the in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood starting from $720. The second greatest value East Lansing apartment is the 4x4.5 Townhome B Alternate Model at Hannah Lofts starting at $990 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Meridian Township Okemos 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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The Cottages | Pent-House | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.42 |
Hannah Lofts | 4x4.5 Townhome B Alternate | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.59 |
Campus Village-E. Lansing | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.68 |
Skyvue MI | 4 BEDROOM/4 BATHROOM - D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.66 |
The Club at Chandler Crossings | 3 BED 3 BATH - EMERALD | 3BR,3BA | $0.54 |
811 Larned St, Unit 811 Larned Lower | 811 Larned St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
The Landings at Chandler Crossings | 2 BED 2 BATH - EMERALD | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartm... | The Berkshire | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
The Village at Chandler Crossings | 2 BED 2 BATH - SPARTAN | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
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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Ranked #48
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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.
- 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 Stonehedge listed at $862.
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 Pacific Flatz.
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 $745 at 25 East.
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 $680.
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