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East Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Lansing?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Lansing Studio Apartments | $1,308 | $850 | $2,224 |
East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $750 | $3,024 |
East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $725 | $4,436 |
East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $609 | $4,675 |
East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,121 | $499 | $1,775 |
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Getting Around East Lansing, MI
Walk Score®
52 / 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 East Lansing
How much are Studio apartments in East Lansing?
There are currently 28 Studio Apartments in East Lansing with rent ranges from $525 to $2,224 with an average price of $1,332.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom East Lansing Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East Lansing ranges from $750 to $3,024 with an average monthly rent of $1,223.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Lansing cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Lansing range from $725 to $4,436. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,382.
How expensive are East Lansing Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 48 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Lansing on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $609 to $4,675 - averaging $1,628 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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