Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI from $400 (91 Rentals)

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SOLO Apartments
Studio Apartments

SOLO Apartments

630 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Riverside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Apartments

1310-1320 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Dean Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dean Apartments

427 Grove StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Oakwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

410 W Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Garten Haus
1 Bedroom Apartments

Garten Haus

400 Gunson StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Stoddard Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stoddard Apartments

134-144 Stoddard AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Lowebrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lowebrook Apartments

1300 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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135 Kedzie St
1 Bedroom Apartments

135 Kedzie St

135 Kedzie StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Beal Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beal Street Apartments

208-216 Beal StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Pleasant View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant View

311-315 W Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Abbott Parkside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Abbott Parkside

2700 Marfitt RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Cedarbrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedarbrook Apartments

208 Cedar StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Eastwind Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastwind Apartments

1501-1551 East Lansing DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Stonehedge
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehedge

2224 Stonehedge DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Jo Don Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jo Don Apartments

5114 Jo Don DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Beaumont
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Beaumont

3500 Beaumont Park DrEast Lansing, MI 48823

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Brookport Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brookport Apartments

1308 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Uptowne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Uptowne Apartments

238 W Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Burnt Tree Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnt Tree Apartments

2385-2430 Burnt Tree LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Norwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Norwood Apartments

1328-1332 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Victory Studios
Studio Apartments

Victory Studios

129 Burcham DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Oak Island Village
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Island Village

16430 Park Lake RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Midtown Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Apartments

1306 Michigan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Evergreen Point
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Point

314 Evergreen AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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East Lansing, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Lansing, MI

Pricing Updated: 01/23/2026

Current apartment rentals in the East Lansing, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for East Lansing Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Patriarche Park$1,070$7509
Whitehills$1,600$499145
Downtown East Lansing$1,635$70093
Grand River$4,600$9305

Cheapest Available East Lansing Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at College Park Apartments in the Michigan State University neighborhood priced from $700. Pacific Flatz in the North Lansing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Lansing apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
College Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Pacific FlatzA1. 1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Victory East Lansing2BR/1BA - 731 Burcham Drive2BR,1BA$750
745 Burcham Dr2BR/1BA - 731 Burcham Drive2BR,1BA$750
Pennsylvania Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$800
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ ApartmentsThe Avon1BR,1BA$805
Blakeview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Wilshire ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Lansing area is the $0.65 price per square foot 4 Bed/4.5 Bath Townhome Deluxe Model at Hannah Townhomes & Lofts in the in the Michigan State University neighborhood starting from $1,100. 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 $1,150 with a $0.72 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hannah Townhomes & Lofts4 Bed/4.5 Bath Townhome Deluxe4BR,4.5BA$0.65
1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave2BR,1BA$0.72
Masonic TempleApt 2013BR,2BA$0.55
Skyvue MI4 BEDROOM/4 BATHROOM - D14BR,4BA$0.65
1039 S Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 1 - Down1039 S Pennsylvania Ave1BR,1BA$0.68
Block 364x44BR,4BA$0.46
Campus Village-E. Lansing3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$0.85
1224 E Malcolm X St, Unit #11224 E Malcolm X St1BR,1BA$0.83
River Glen Apartments2B1B 2 people2BR,1BA$0.69
Glenwood Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.73

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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 Cheap East Lansing Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Lansing?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Lansing is under $850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lansing?

The cheapest apartment in East Lansing is College Park Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in East Lansing costs $2,226.

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 124 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 $1,227 which is $999 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lansing.

Expert Rental Resources

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.