
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI (195 Rentals)


Homestead Apartments

Hillcrest Village Apartments

Hidden Tree Apartments and Townhomes

Hunters Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

The Quarters East Lansing

NoCa Lofts

Newman Lofts

The Cottages (Cottages Hunsaker 1 LLC)

Arbor Forest Apartments
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Hull Flats

Coolidge Place Townhomes

Castle Pointe

Prime Housing Group

Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)

Hannah Townhomes & Lofts

The Abbot

Ashton Lake Apartments

Walden Woods (Walden Caddis, LLC)

The Rocks
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Highland Apartments (Highland Caddis, LLC)

Timber Lake

25 East

Midtown Apartments

Foundation | The Tower

Abbot Manor (910 Apartments, LLC)

Abbott Pointe Apartments

Capitol Villa Apartments

College Park Apartments

Woodbrook Village Apartments
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Arbor Glen Apartments

Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes

Parkside Apartments ( Parkside East Inc.)

126 Milford St, Unit 18

2700 Marfitt Rd

338 W Saginaw St

Garten Haus

135 Kedzie St

Harrison-Oak Apartments

Virginia Student Investment

122 Durand St

125 N Hagadorn Rd

1230 Burcham Dr

Woodside South

134 E Grand River Ave

Dutch Hills

1830 Melrose Ave

Millford Arms Apartments

1635 Melrose Ave

165 Orchard St
East Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lansing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lansing Studio Apartments | $1,572 | $850 | $2,489 |
East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $700 | $2,899 |
| East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $580 | $3,850 |
| East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $609 | $4,600 |
| East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $499 | $3,835 |
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East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: March 12, 2026There are currently 82 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in East Lansing, MI neighborhoods that range in price from $700 to $2,899. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in East Lansing with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehills | 47 | $1,150 | $895 |
| Downtown East Lansing | 26 | $1,099 | $700 |
| Patriarche Park | 7 | $1,050 | $900 |
| Grand River | 2 | $1,124 | $930 |
Largest Available East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Lansing, MI is found at Towne Square Apartments and Townhomes in the Forest View neighborhood and is 1,145 square feet priced from $935. Prime Housing Group in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $930. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in East Lansing:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towne Square Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1,145 Sq Ft | $935 |
| Prime Housing Group | Cedarview East Apartments - 1 Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $930 |
| Capitol Villa Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | 875 Sq Ft | $1,099 |
| Beaumont | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 862 Sq Ft | $1,387 |
| Nemoke Trails | Juniper | 812 Sq Ft | $1,141 |
| Hidden Tree Apartments and Townhomes | Aspen | 798 Sq Ft | $1,166 |
| Briarcliffe Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 790 Sq Ft | $1,135 |
| BLVD West | The Ashe | 789 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
| The View on Collins Apartments | A4 | 783 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| Arbor Glen Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 774 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
Cheapest Available East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 12, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Lansing, MI is the One Bedroom Model starting from $700 at College Park Apartments in the Michigan State University neighborhood. The second most affordable East Lansing 1 Bedroom is the A1. 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Pacific Flatz starting at $700 in the North Lansing neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East Lansing is currently $1,176. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in East Lansing:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| College Park Apartments | One Bedroom | $700 |
| Pacific Flatz | A1. 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | $700 |
| Pennsylvania Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | $700 |
| Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments | The Avon | $805 |
| Tammany Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom Second Floor | $890 |
| Wilshire Apartments (Wilshire 23 LLC) | Wilshire Apartments - One Bedroom *Pre-Leasing ... | $900 |
| Parkside Apartments ( Parkside East Inc.) | Parkside Apartments - One Bedroom | $900 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom East Lansing Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in East Lansing with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in East Lansing is at College Park Apartments listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom East Lansing Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in East Lansing is $1,176.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom East Lansing Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East Lansing is a 1,145 square feet unit starting from $935 at Towne Square Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the average size for East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in East Lansing is currently 689 sq ft.
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