
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI from $400 with Utilities Included (45 Rentals)
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Cheap Apartments in East Lansing.


Arbor Forest Apartments

Highland Apartments

Prime Housing Group

Cambria Heights Apartments and Townhomes

Woodbrook Village Apartments

SOLO Apartments

Riverside Apartments

Dean Apartments
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.

Oakwood Apartments

College Park Apartments

Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments

Stoddard Apartments

Lowebrook Apartments

Olde Farm II Apartments

Beal Street Apartments

Cedarbrook Apartments

1777 Haslett - Senior Living
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.

Jo Don Apartments

Abbott Parkside

Pleasant View

The Uptowne Apartments

Burnt Tree Apartments

Norwood Apartments

Oak Island Village

Evergreen Point

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Green Oaks Apartments
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.

Woodmar Apartments

Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes

Lakeview Apartments

Tammany Hills Apartments

Trappers Cove Apartments

MadGrey Apartments

Hawk's Ridge Senior/Family Apartments

Brentwood Apartments (460 Silver LLC)

Andrea Hills Apartments
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Lake of the Hills Apartment Homes

Coolidge Arms

Riverwalk Apartments

905 Coolidge

Pinewood Club Apartments

Friendship Manor

Marsh Pointe

Blakeview Apartments

Kimberly Square Apartments
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
East Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lansing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Lansing Studio Apartments | $1,484 | $750 | $2,199 |
| East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $750 | $2,899 |
| East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $580 | $3,750 |
| East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $630 | $4,600 |
| East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $509 | $3,717 |
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease
Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.
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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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Best Local Schools in East Lansing, MI
Whitehills Elementary School
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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 $935.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Lansing?
The cheapest apartment in East Lansing is Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments which is listed at $713, while the average apartment in East Lansing costs $3,295.
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 67 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 $928 which is $2,367 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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.