Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lansing Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $500 (36 Rentals)

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916 W Ottawa St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

916 W Ottawa St

916 W Ottawa StLansing, MI 48915
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Riverfront Towers
2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverfront Towers

601 N Cedar StLansing, MI 48912
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319 E Hillsdale
2 Bedroom Apartments

319 E Hillsdale

319 E Hillsdale StLansing, MI 48933
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Ferris Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ferris Park Apartments

419 W Shiawassee StLansing, MI 48933
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Tamara Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tamara Apartments

335 E Saint Joseph StLansing, MI 48933
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605 S Grand Ave

LansingMI48933
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lansing Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lansing area of Lansing, MI is a Studio unit found at Capital Manor priced from $669. Shiawassee Apartments LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lansing apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Capital ManorSTUStudio,1BA$669
Shiawassee Apartments LLCShiawassee Apartments - StudioStudio,1BA$750
Tamara Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Capitol ParkThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$807
927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12A * 1BR1BR,1BA$825
Lansing TowerThe WilcottStudio,1BA$902
Lansing City View ApartmentsEmpressStudio,1BA$970
Historic Hillcrest Village ApartmentsHillcrest I: The Flat1BR,1BA$1,010

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lansing, MI

As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lansing area is the $0.70 price per square foot 422 W Saginaw St Model at 422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower in the in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Downtown Lansing apartment is the 706 W Saginaw St Model at 706 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower422 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.70
706 W Saginaw St, Unit 1706 W Saginaw St3BR,1BA$1.08
The ArbaughThe Arbaugh - Two Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.22
Ferris Park TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06
Shiawassee Apartments LLCThe New Brentwood Apartments - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.03
319 N Sycamore St, Unit 319 #1319 N Sycamore St1BR,1BA$1.11
Capitol ParkThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12A * 1BR1BR,1BA$1.18
Tamara Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Capital ManorSTUStudio ,1BA$1.49

Getting Around the Downtown Lansing Neighborhood in Lansing, MI

Walk Score®

78 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

55 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 Downtown Lansing Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Lansing?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Lansing is at Capital Manor listed at $669.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lansing Apartment is $699 at Capital Manor.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lansing is starting from $844 at Capitol Park.

What is the most affordable Downtown Lansing Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Lansing Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arbaugh and starts from $1,500.

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