
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI (86 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown East Lansing area of East Lansing that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Hannah Townhomes & Lofts

Hillcrest Village Apartments

Hidden Tree Apartments and Townhomes

Landmark on Grand River

The Quarters East Lansing

Newman Lofts

Arbor Forest Apartments

Coolidge Place Townhomes
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Hull Flats

Prime Housing Group

Foundation | The Gates

Waterfront Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

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Campus Village-E. Lansing

Midtown Apartments

Foundation | The Tower

Timber Lake

Abbot Manor
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Capitol Villa Apartments

Abbott Pointe Apartments

Hub East Lansing

Cedar Village Apartments

Woodbrook Village Apartments

Carriage Hill East Apartments and Townhomes

288 W Saginaw St, Unit 102

Woodside South

Collingwood Apartments

The Pines Apartments
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Eastpoint Townlets

Trowbridge Lofts

River Glen Apartments

Riverside Apartments

Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ Apartments

Stoddard Apartments

Lowebrook Apartments

745 Burcham Dr

Victory on Abbot

Spartan Duplexes Group 2
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Spartan Duplexes Group 1

Beal Street Apartments

North Pointe Apartments

767 Burcham Drive

Cedarbrook Apartments

Brookport Apartments

Stoneridge Apartments

Beech Townhomes

Eastwind Apartments

Red Cedar Flats
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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 | $1,336 | $750 | $2,549 |
| Downtown East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $625 | $2,899 |
| Downtown East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $412 | $3,750 |
| Downtown East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $740 | $4,600 |
| Downtown East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $929 | $660 | $1,045 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 86 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown East Lansing Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown East Lansing area of East Lansing, MI that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Hillcrest Village Apartments with prices starting from $1,025 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. MadGrey Apartments scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $950. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown East Lansing apartments for rent in East Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Village Apartments | 3.8/4 | Downtown East Lansing | $1,025 |
| MadGrey Apartments | 3.6/4 | Groesbeck Area | $950 |
| Landmark on Grand River | 3.6/4 | Grand River | $1,009 |
| Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes | 3.4/4 | Groesbeck Area | $895 |
| Glenwood Apartments | 3.2/4 | Meridian Township Okemos | $679 |
| The Abbot | 3/4 | Downtown East Lansing | $1,200 |
| Foundation | The Gates | 3/4 | Downtown East Lansing | $989 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown East Lansing
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown East Lansing of Downtown East Lansing is the Studio Model at Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes, which is a Studio unit starting from $916. The second cheapest Downtown East Lansing Pet Friendly apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath 2 Beds unit at Kimberly House Apartments starting at $1,000. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown East Lansing apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes | Studio | $916 |
| Kimberly House Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $1,000 |
| Hub East Lansing | 2x2 Flex | $1,024 |
| Hillcrest Village Apartments | Bungalow | $1,044 |
| Hull Flats | Hull Flats 1bdr Traditional | $1,050 |
| MadGrey Apartments | Standard 2BR | $1,099 |
| Capitol Villa Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | $1,173 |
| Midtown Apartments | Unit F | $1,178 |
| Pine Lane Estates | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $1,358 |
| Newman Lofts | B3 | $2,230 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown East Lansing, East Lansing, MI
Ranked #2
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have young ones? Downtown East Lansing has now become known as a leading residential neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and more.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have pets? this area has come to be one of the A-list submarkets for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown East Lansing Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown East Lansing?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown East Lansing is at Capitol Villa Apartments listed at $429.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown East Lansing Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown East Lansing is $1,369.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown East Lansing Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East Lansing is a 2,240 square feet unit starting from $1,030 at Hannah Townhomes & Lofts.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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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.

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