Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI from $400 (43 Rentals)

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Campus View Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Campus View Apartments

324 Michigan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Riverside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Apartments

1310-1320 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Oakwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

410 W Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Garten Haus
1 Bedroom Apartments

Garten Haus

400 Gunson StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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College Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

College Park Apartments

2722 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Stoddard Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Stoddard Apartments

134-144 Stoddard AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Cedar Greens Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Greens Apartments

1135 E Michigan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Lowebrook Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lowebrook Apartments

1300 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Cedarview East Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedarview East Apartments

1368 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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135 Kedzie St
1 Bedroom Apartments

135 Kedzie St

135 Kedzie StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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North Pointe Apartments
Studio Apartments

North Pointe Apartments

1242 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Beal Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beal Street Apartments

208-216 Beal StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Pleasant View
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant View

311-315 W Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1855 Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1855 Place

1230 Garden City RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Brookport Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brookport Apartments

1308 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Cedarbrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedarbrook Apartments

208 Cedar StEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Parkside Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartments

1224 E Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Jo Don Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jo Don Apartments

5114 Jo Don DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Masonic Temple
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Masonic Temple

314 Mac AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Eastwind Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastwind Apartments

1501-1551 East Lansing DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Courtyard Flatlets
1 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Flatlets

129 Highland AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Coolidge Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coolidge Arms

921 Coolidge RdLansing, MI 48912
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905 Coolidge
2 Bedroom Apartments

905 Coolidge

905 CoolidgeLansing, MI 48912
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Friendship Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Friendship Manor

200 Friendship CirLansing, MI 48912
Senior Living
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MadGrey Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

MadGrey Apartments

3013 Belmar CirLansing, MI 48912
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Downtown East Lansing, East Lansing, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown East Lansing Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown East Lansing area of East Lansing, MI is a 3 Beds unit found at Hannah Lofts priced from $720. Victory East Lansing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Downtown East Lansing apartments for rent in East Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hannah Lofts3x3.5 Townhome3BR,3BA$720
Victory East Lansing2BR/1BA - 745 Burcham Drive2BR,1BA$800
Wilshire ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ ApartmentsThe Berkshire2BR,1BA$808
Abbot ManorStudioStudio,1BA$889
Timber LakeThe CanopyStudio,1BA$900
1777 Haslett - Senior Living1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$900
Brentwood Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$930
Highland ApartmentsGlade1BR,1BA$945
Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$956

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown East Lansing, MI

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown East Lansing apartment is the 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom Model at Campus Village-E. Lansing starting at $925 with a $0.66 price per square foot in the Square One neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown East Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hannah Lofts4x4.5 Townhome B Alternate4BR,4.5BA$0.63
Campus Village-E. Lansing4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom4BR,4BA$0.66
Woodward Way2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.21
Raleigh House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.21
1777 Haslett - Senior Living2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.18
Blakeview Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.17
Abbott Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 2 People2BR,1BA$1.22
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ ApartmentsThe Berkshire2BR,1BA$0.94
Brentwood Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
Foundation | The TowerB12BR,1BA$0.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown East Lansing, East Lansing, MI

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in East Lansing, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central East Lansing, MI. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood in East Lansing, MI

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown East Lansing Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown East Lansing?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown East Lansing is under $956.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown East Lansing?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown East Lansing is Wilshire Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Downtown East Lansing costs $2,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown East Lansing?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 491 regular apartments in Downtown East Lansing that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown East Lansing?

Cheap apartments in Downtown East Lansing have an average cost of $722 which is $1,778 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown East Lansing.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

Written by: Trey Huguley

When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.