
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Lansing, MI from $600 (13 Rentals)
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917 Seymour Ave

551 Lexington Ave

1244 Lilac Ave

1016 N Capitol Ave

313 Rumsey Ave, Unit 3

316 W Saginaw St

1222 Parkview St

2331 S Pennsylvania Ave

307 N Walnut St
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319 W Saginaw St

323 W Saginaw St

801 N Capitol Ave
East Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Lansing?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Lansing 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,237 | $900 | $1,800 |
East Lansing 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,612 | $650 | $2,600 |
East Lansing 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,212 | $1,100 | $3,800 |
East Lansing 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Lansing, MI
Pricing Updated: 04/24/2025Current 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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Patriarche Park | $1,450 | $720 | 36 |
Whitehills | $1,450 | $525 | 40 |
Grand River | $1,587 | $720 | 46 |
Downtown East Lansing | $2,500 | $660 | 111 |
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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI
As of April 24, 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 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom Model at Campus Village-E. Lansing starting at $899 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Square One 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 |
Campus Village-E. Lansing | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.65 |
Block 36 | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.41 |
1224 E Malcolm X St, Unit #1 | 1224 E Malcolm X St | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
1033 E Oakland Ave, Unit B | 1033 E Oakland Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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 |
Pacific Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Lansing
What type of rentals are currently available in East Lansing?
There are currently 357 Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI with pricing that ranges from $525 to $5,331. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Lansing ranging from $600 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Lansing?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Lansing ranges from $600 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,414.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Lansing?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Lansing range from $670 to $3,425, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $650 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $525.
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.

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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
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.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.

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.