Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI from $400 (66 Rentals)

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The Pines Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pines Apartments

1850 Abbott RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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SOLO Apartments
Studio Apartments

SOLO Apartments

630 Abbot RdEast 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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Treehouse West Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Treehouse West Apartments

227 Beal StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Abbot Manor
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Abbot Manor

910 Abbott RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Eden Roc Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Roc Apartments

233 River StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Deciding Between a Student Apartment or a Dorm?

If you have the option of living off campus in your own apartment...that is the sure fire way to go! Learn a few reasons why. Click below to read more.

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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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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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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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Stonehouse Village
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehouse Village

601 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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767 Burcham Drive
3 Bedroom Apartments

767 Burcham Drive

767-775 Burcham DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Eastpoint Townlets
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastpoint Townlets

1790 Cambria DrEast 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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Studio House Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Studio House Apartments

223 Delta StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Courtyard Flatlets
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Flatlets

129 Highland AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Waters Edge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waters Edge Apartments

1050 Waters Edge DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Stoneridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoneridge Apartments

1547 N Hagadorn RdEast 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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Highland Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Apartments

144-224 Highland AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Treehouse South Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Treehouse South Apartments

818 S Harrison RdEast 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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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

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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 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 $885.

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 $1,972.

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 87 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 $1,029 which is $943 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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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.

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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.