Studio Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI (30 Rentals)

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SOLO Apartments
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SOLO Apartments

630 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Riverside Apartments
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Riverside Apartments

1310-1320 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Eastpoint Townlets
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Eastpoint Townlets

1790 Cambria DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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North Pointe Apartments
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North Pointe Apartments

1242 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Trowbridge Lofts
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Trowbridge Lofts

1024-1030 Trowbridge RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Oakridge Apartments
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Oakridge Apartments

1250-1260 Oak Ridge AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Abbot
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The Abbot

233 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Landmark on Grand River
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Landmark on Grand River

205 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1199 Arbor Dr
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1199 Arbor Dr

1199 Arbor DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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204 River St
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204 River St

204 River StEast Lansing, MI 48823

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East Lansing Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 27, 2025

There are currently 11 available Studio apartment units in East Lansing, MI neighborhoods that range in price from $889 to $1,932. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in East Lansing with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Whitehills6$1,080$889
Downtown East Lansing4$1,461$889
Grand River1$1,600$1,475

Largest Available East Lansing Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in East Lansing, MI is found at Stonehedge in the Eastside neighborhood and is 421 square feet priced from $939. St. Anne Lofts in the Square One neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 385 square feet and currently listed start at $1,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in East Lansing:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
StonehedgeThe Briton421 Sq Ft$939
St. Anne LoftsLuxury Studio Loft385 Sq Ft$1,695
Treehouse West Apartmentsstudio lic up to 2325 Sq Ft$995
Timber LakeThe Canopy318 Sq Ft$920

Cheapest Available East Lansing Studio Apartments

As of June 27, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in East Lansing, MI is the The Canopy Model starting from $920 at Timber Lake in the Square One neighborhood. The second most affordable East Lansing Studio is the The Briton Model at Stonehedge starting at $939 in the Eastside neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in East Lansing is currently $1,307. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in East Lansing:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Timber LakeThe Canopy$920
StonehedgeThe Briton$939
Treehouse West Apartmentsstudio lic up to 2$995
St. Anne LoftsLuxury Studio Loft$1,695

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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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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio East Lansing Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in East Lansing with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in East Lansing is at Timber Lake listed at $920.

How much is the average rent for a Studio East Lansing Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in East Lansing is $1,307.

What is the largest available Studio East Lansing Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in East Lansing is a 421 square feet unit starting from $939 at Stonehedge.

What is the average size for East Lansing Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in East Lansing is currently 396 sq ft.

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