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Garten Haus
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Garten Haus

400 Gunson StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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135 Kedzie St
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135 Kedzie St

135 Kedzie StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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122 Durand St
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122 Durand St

122 Durand StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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125 N Hagadorn Rd
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125 N Hagadorn Rd

125 N Hagadorn RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1230 Burcham Dr
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1230 Burcham Dr

1230 Burcham DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1830 Melrose Ave
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1830 Melrose Ave

1830 Melrose AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1635 Melrose Ave
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1635 Melrose Ave

1635 Melrose AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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165 Orchard St
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165 Orchard St

165 Orchard StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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568 Cornell Ave
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568 Cornell Ave

568 Cornell AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Bailey Center Apartments
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Bailey Center Apartments

300 Bailey StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Woodside South
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Woodside South

1790 Woodside DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Dutch Hills
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Dutch Hills

16400 Upton RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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East Lansing, MI Local Guide

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East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 09, 2025

There are currently 79 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in East Lansing, MI neighborhoods that range in price from $750 to $3,129. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in East Lansing with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Whitehills41$1,167$750
Downtown East Lansing27$1,100$750
Grand River6$1,475$750
Patriarche Park5$1,050$750

Largest Available East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Lansing, MI is found at The Venue in the North Lansing neighborhood and is 1,157 square feet priced from $1,350. Towne Square Apartments and Townhomes in the Forest View neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,145 square feet and currently listed start at $935. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in East Lansing:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Venue1BR/1.0BA1,157 Sq Ft$1,350
Towne Square Apartments and Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1,145 Sq Ft$935
Prime Housing GroupCedarview East Apartments - 1 Bedroom900 Sq Ft$930
Woodbrook Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath with or without Den860 Sq Ft$1,033
Somerset ParkThe Wellington849 Sq Ft$1,229
Nemoke TrailsJuniper812 Sq Ft$1,036
Hillcrest Village ApartmentsBungalow810 Sq Ft$1,198
Hidden Tree Apartments and TownhomesAspen798 Sq Ft$1,151

Cheapest Available East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Lansing, MI is the The Avon Model starting from $711 at Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood. The second most affordable East Lansing 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Pacific Flatz starting at $800 in the North Lansing neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East Lansing is currently $1,201. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in East Lansing:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ ApartmentsThe Avon$711
Pacific Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath$800
Pennsylvania Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath$800
Wilshire ApartmentsOne Bedroom$850
Blakeview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$850
Trappers Cove ApartmentsOne Bedroom Cape Cod$869
Parkside ApartmentsOne Bed$900
Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes1 Bedroom 1 Bath$909
Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath$915

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Getting Around East Lansing, MI

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 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 Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments listed at $711.

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 $1,201.

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 1,157 square feet unit starting from $1,350 at The Venue.

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 450 sq ft.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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