
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI (129 Rentals)


Hidden Tree Apartments and Townhomes

The Quarters East Lansing

Victory East Lansing

Hull Flats

Newman Lofts

Arbor Forest Apartments

Coolidge Place Townhomes

Prime Housing Group

Timber Lake
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The Abbot

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Capitol Villa Apartments

Abbott Pointe Apartments

River Glen Apartments

Cedar Village Apartments

Woodbrook Village Apartments

College Park Apartments

Parkside Apartments
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Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes

126 Milford St, Unit 18

Garten Haus

135 Kedzie St

203 Cedar St

915-917 Burcham Dr

229 Cedar St

135 Cedar St

125 N Hagadorn Rd

165 Orchard St
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1635 Melrose Ave

121 River St

Millford Arms Apartments

123 Cedar St

722-724 Alton Rd

Woodside South

118 Woodmere Ave

122 Durand St

134 E Grand River Ave

Virginia Student Investment

568 Cornell Ave

533 Lexington Ave

Harrison-Oak Apartments

1230 Burcham Dr

Bailey Center Apartments

211 River St

1136 Frye Ave

122 Woodmere Ave

139 Cedar St

518 Elizabeth St
Downtown East Lansing, East Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown East Lansing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown East Lansing Studio Apartments | $1,617 | $895 | $2,449 |
Downtown East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $700 | $2,899 |
| Downtown East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $715 | $3,850 |
| Downtown East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $720 | $4,600 |
| Downtown East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $875 | $1,100 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 129 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI.
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Largest Available Downtown East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown East Lansing area of East Lansing, MI is found at Prime Housing Group and is listed at 900 square feet priced from $930. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Housing Group | Cedarview East Apartments - 1 Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $930 |
| Capitol Villa Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | 875 Sq Ft | $1,143 |
| Woodbrook Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath with or without Den | 860 Sq Ft | $1,033 |
| Hillcrest Village Apartments | Bungalow | 810 Sq Ft | $1,191 |
| Hidden Tree Apartments and Townhomes | Aspen | 798 Sq Ft | $1,051 |
| The Uptowne Apartments | Maverick | 743 Sq Ft | $1,075 |
| Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 675 Sq Ft | $915 |
| Blakeview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 675 Sq Ft | $850 |
| Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 625 Sq Ft | $909 |
| Cedar Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 407 Sq Ft | $1,324 |
Cheapest Available Downtown East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown East Lansing of East Lansing, MI is the One Bedroom Model starting from $700 at College Park Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown East Lansing is currently $1,288. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| College Park Apartments | One Bedroom | $700 |
| Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments | The Avon | $805 |
| Wilshire Apartments | One Bedroom | $850 |
| Blakeview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $850 |
| Parkside Apartments | One Bed | $900 |
| Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $909 |
| Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $915 |
| Prime Housing Group | Cedarview East Apartments - 1 Bedroom | $930 |
| Woodbrook Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath with or without Den | $1,033 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown East Lansing Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown East Lansing with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown East Lansing is at College Park Apartments listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown East Lansing Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown East Lansing is $1,288.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown East Lansing Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East Lansing is a 900 square feet unit starting from $930 at Prime Housing Group.
What is the average size for Downtown East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown East Lansing is currently 693 sq ft.
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