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Lansing, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lansing Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lansing, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at LINTON VILLAGE priced from $566. PDC Cottages has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $573. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lansing apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LINTON VILLAGE2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$566
PDC Cottages2 Bedroom 30%2BR,1BA$573
Main Street Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$759
Cliffside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
5th Ward Residences2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$898

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lansing, IA and Nearby

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lansing area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at 5th Ward Residences in the starting from $1,632. The second greatest value Lansing apartment is the 3 Beds, 3 baths Model at Lawler School Lofts starting at $969 with a $0.81 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5th Ward Residences3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$1.13
Lawler School Lofts3 Beds, 3 baths3BR,3BA$0.81
The Gardens at Kristy Apartments2Bed - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.39
PDC Cottages2 Bedroom 30%2BR,1BA$0.57
Riverview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.15
Valley View TownhomesTwo Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.25
LINTON VILLAGE2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.59
Prairie Bluff Apartments2B/2B2BR,2BA$1.39
Main Street Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.91
Cliffside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

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Getting Around Lansing, IA

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lansing Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lansing?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lansing is at WEDGEWOOD COMMONS listed at $925.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lansing Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lansing Apartment is $759 at Main Street Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lansing Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lansing is starting from $566 at LINTON VILLAGE.

What is the most affordable Lansing Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lansing Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at PDC Cottages and starts from $626.

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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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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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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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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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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.

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

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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.