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Victory East Lansing
755 Burcham DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Abbot Manor (910 Apartments, LLC)
910 Abbott RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Parkside Apartments
1224 E Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Highland Apartments
144-224 Highland AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Prime Housing Group
1390 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Arbor Forest Apartments
1185 Palmer LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Hull Flats
1424 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Walden Woods (Walden Caddis, LLC)
2345 Harrison AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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141 Spartan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Castle Pointe
3075 Endenhall WayEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Timber Lake
1501 N Shore DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Hillcrest Village Apartments
540 Glenmoor RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Cambria Heights Apartments and Townhomes
1355 Compton CtEast Lansing, MI 48823
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408 Ann StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Hidden Tree Apartments and Townhomes
410 Pine Forest DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Ashton Lake Apartments
2610 Marfitt RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Homestead Apartments
426 W Lake Lansing RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Old Canton Lane (Hodge Apartments, LLC)
1410 Old Canton LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)
1600 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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SOLO Apartments
630 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Oaks Apartments
136 Reniger CtEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Campus View Apartments
324 Michigan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1310-1320 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Dean Apartments
427 Grove StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Cedar Greens Apartments
1135 E Michigan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Oakwood Apartments
410 W Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Garten Haus
400 Gunson StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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College Park Apartments
2722 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments
2790 Sirhal DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Stoddard Apartments
134-144 Stoddard AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Lowebrook Apartments
1300 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Olde Farm II Apartments
6180 Gossard AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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135 Kedzie StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Beal Street Apartments
208-216 Beal StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Cedarbrook Apartments
208 Cedar StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes
6080 Carriage Hill DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1777 Haslett - Senior Living
1777 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Eastwind Apartments
1501-1551 East Lansing DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Stonehedge
2224 Stonehedge DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Jo Don Apartments
5114 Jo Don DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Abbott Parkside
2700 Marfitt RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Pleasant View
311-315 W Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Uptowne Apartments
238 W Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Brookport Apartments
1308 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Norwood Apartments
1328-1332 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Victory Studios
129 Burcham DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Burnt Tree Apartments
2385-2430 Burnt Tree LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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East Lansing, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lansing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap East Lansing Studio Apartments | $1,498 | $750 | $2,199 |
| Cheap East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $630 | $2,899 |
| Cheap East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $699 | $3,750 |
| Cheap East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $437 | $4,600 |
| Cheap East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $509 | $3,717 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Lansing, MI
Pricing Updated: 08/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the East Lansing, MI area range in price from $437 to $4,600 with an overall median price of $1,263. 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 | $1,050 | $699 | 15 |
| Downtown East Lansing | $1,229 | $437 | 73 |
| Whitehills | $1,300 | $437 | 130 |
| Grand River | $1,489 | $869 | 4 |
Cheapest Available East Lansing Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in East Lansing, MI is a 3 Beds unit found at Woodward Way in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood priced from $437. The Cottages (Cottages Hunsaker 1 LLC) in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $625. 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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| Woodward Way | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $437 |
| The Cottages (Cottages Hunsaker 1 LLC) | The Cottages Quad Split - Four Bedroom -JOIN OU... | 4BR,4BA | $625 |
| Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments | The Avon | 1BR,1BA | $713 |
| Abbot Manor (910 Apartments, LLC) | Two Bed | One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Pennsylvania Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apt. | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Blakeview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Parkside Apartments | Parkside Apartments - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $916 |
| Tammany Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden Floor | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lansing area is the $0.72 price per square foot 4 Bed/4.5 Bath Townhome Model at Hannah Townhomes & Lofts in the in the Michigan State University neighborhood starting from $1,205. The second greatest value East Lansing apartment is the 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave Model at 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down starting at $1,250 with a $0.78 price per square foot in the North Lansing 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 Townhomes & Lofts | 4 Bed/4.5 Bath Townhome | 4BR,4BA | $0.72 |
| 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down | 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| The Club at Chandler Crossings | 4 BED 4 BATH - EMERALD | 4BR,4BA | $0.44 |
| Kimberly House Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Brentwood Apartments (460 Silver LLC) | Two Bed | One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Lakeview Apartments | Alpine Floor Plan | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Landings at Chandler Crossings | 2 BED 2 BATH - EMERALD | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
| The Village at Chandler Crossings | 2 BED 2 BATH - SPARTAN | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Woodward Way | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Cedar Village Apartments | 2 bed, 1 bath for 3 people (rate per person) | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
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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 Cheap East Lansing Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lansing?
The cheapest apartment in East Lansing is Woodward Way which is listed at $630, while the average apartment in East Lansing costs $1,263.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Lansing?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 106 regular apartments in East Lansing that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Lansing?
Cheap apartments in East Lansing have an average cost of $960 which is $303 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lansing.
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