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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown East Lansing Studio Apartments | $1,595 | $855 | $2,449 |
| Downtown East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,189 | $700 | $2,899 |
| Downtown East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,343 | $580 | $3,850 |
| Downtown East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $699 | $4,600 |
| Downtown East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $965 | $599 | $1,179 |
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI.
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Limited availability Big basements. Big potential! Ask us how you can save $999 off on select homes!Expires 02-26-2026
Move in February ? Get ONE full month of rent FREE! Move in March ? Get 50% OFF ONE month of rent! Valid on new move-ins. Excludes 1-bedroom homes. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 02-26-2026
Be one of the first five to move in by 2/28/26 and receive $250 off your move-in. Limited availability. Contact our office for details. Secure your spot for the 2026–27 school year - contact our leasing office today to learn more and ask about the MSU Housing Benefit Program.Expires 02-26-2026
Start your lease by March 13th to receive $100 off your 1-bedroom rent each month OR $200 off your 2-bedroom rent each month! Restrictions may apply.Expires 02-26-2026
$99 security deposit, no application fee, no rent due until 3/1/26 OR whole month of March rent free and pay prorate rent for February and choose between a 55" TV or $250.00 gift card after move-in! Offer ends 2/28/2026Expires 02-26-2026
We're leasing faster than last year for fall! Special pricing as low as $580 per person, secure your spot today before someone else does!Expires 02-28-2026
We're leasing fast for fall! Currently offering 1 month free on immediate move ins!Expires 02-28-2026
1 month free on immediate move ins! Special pricing as low as less than $700 per person!Expires 02-28-2026
Fall 2026 will be here before you know it and we're leasing quickly! Don't get left without a spot. Pricing as low as less than $700 per person!Expires 02-28-2026
We're leasing faster than anticipated for Fall 2026! Secure your spot today before someone else does!Expires 02-28-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown East Lansing, MI. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
1 month free on immediate move ins! Special pricing as low as less than $700 per person!Expires 02-28-2026
Fall 2026 will be here before you know it and we're leasing quickly! Don't get left without a spot. Pricing as low as less than $700 per person!Expires 02-28-2026
We're leasing faster than anticipated for Fall 2026! Secure your spot today before someone else does!Expires 02-28-2026
We're leasing faster than anticipated for Fall 2026! Pricing as low as $625 per person! Contact us today to schedule your tour.Expires 02-28-2026
We're leasing fast for fall! Currently offering 1 month free on immediate move ins!Expires 02-28-2026
We're leasing faster than last year for fall! Special pricing as low as $580 per person, secure your spot today before someone else does!Expires 02-28-2026
Get in on the action early — apply now and score $500 OFF your move-in costs PLUS get your application fee refunded when you’re approved and move in! These specials are unbeatable… you won’t want to miss this!Expires 03-31-2026
Jump Into Our Early March Madness Special! Get in on the action early — apply now and score $500 OFF your move-in costs PLUS get your application fee refunded when you’re approved and move in! These specials are unbeatable… you won’t want to miss this!Expires 03-31-2026
Jump Into Our Early March Madness Special! Get in on the action early apply now and score $500 OFF your move-in costs PLUS get your application fee refunded when you’re approved and move in! These specials are unbeatable… you won’t want to miss this!Expires 03-31-2026
Move in February ? Get ONE full month of rent FREE! Move in March ? Get 50% OFF ONE month of rent! Valid on new move-ins. Excludes 1-bedroom homes. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 02-26-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown East Lansing is at Capitol Villa Apartments listed at $400.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown East Lansing is $1,038.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East Lansing is a 1,347 square feet unit starting from $647 at Glenwood Apartments.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown East Lansing is currently at 709 sq ft.
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