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Delta Arms Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delta Arms Apartments

233-235 Delta StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Capitol Villa Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Villa Apartments

1700 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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SOLO Apartments
Studio Apartments

SOLO Apartments

630 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

136 Reniger CtEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Campus View Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Campus View Apartments

324 Michigan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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East Knolls Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Knolls Apartments

1448 Oak Ridge AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Oakridge Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakridge Apartments

1250-1260 Oak Ridge AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Eastpoint Townlets
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastpoint Townlets

1790 Cambria DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Block 36
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Block 36

3636 Coleman RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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River Glen Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Glen Apartments

5000 Hagadorn RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Trowbridge Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trowbridge Lofts

1024-1030 Trowbridge RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Abbott Pointe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Abbott Pointe Apartments

204 E Pointe LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Collingwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Collingwood Apartments

2771 Northwind DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Arbor Glen Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Glen Apartments

295 Arbor Glen DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Old Canton Apartments
4 Bedroom Apartments

Old Canton Apartments

1342 Old Canton LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Glenwood Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

4630 Hagadorn RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Victory on Abbot
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Victory on Abbot

635 Abbott RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Treehouse North Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Treehouse North Apartments

451 Evergreen AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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745 Burcham Dr
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

745 Burcham Dr

745 Burcham DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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North Pointe Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Pointe Apartments

1242 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1855 Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1855 Place

1230 Garden City RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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GASLIGHT VILLAGE
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

GASLIGHT VILLAGE

6210 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,234.

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 200 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 $1,101 which is $133 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Lansing.

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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