
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI (78 Rentals)


Hannah Townhomes & Lofts

Hull Flats

Foundation | The Tower

Midtown Apartments

Timber Lake

Abbot Manor (910 Apartments, LLC)

Hub East Lansing

120 Spartan Ave

125 Kenberry Dr
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The Twelve Thirty-Four Building

1700-1708 Cambria Dr

4908 Hagadorn Rd

225 Division St

125-139 Stoddard Ave

1663 Haslett Rd

Lilac Apartments

911 E Grand River Ave

129 Gunson St

220 Charles St
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1624 Cambria Dr

501 Hillcrest Ave

1400 Old Canton Ln

609 W Grand River Ave

513 Hillcrest Ave

240 Michigan Ave

251 W Grand River Ave

Maplewood Apartments

431 Abbott Rd

619 Oak St
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215 Louis St

Park District Redevelopment

341-345 Evergreen Ave

607 Oak St

1315-1335 Westview Ave

204 River St

Riverside Apartments

Dean Apartments

North Pointe Apartments

Eastpoint Townlets
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SOLO Apartments

Oakridge Apartments

Treehouse West Apartments II

Studio House Apartments

Victory Studios

Trowbridge Lofts

745 Burcham Dr

St. Anne Lofts

Landmark on Grand River

Oakhill Apartments
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 | $1,618 | $750 | $3,249 |
| Downtown East Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $700 | $3,139 |
| Downtown East Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $580 | $3,850 |
| Downtown East Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $730 | $4,600 |
| Downtown East Lansing 4 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $599 | $1,205 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 78 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown East Lansing area of East Lansing, MI is found at Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes and is listed at 600 square feet priced from $916. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes | Studio | 600 Sq Ft | $916 |
| Midtown Apartments | Unit F | 499 Sq Ft | $1,203 |
| Provident Place | 0BR/1BA BF | 456 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Gateway Lofts | 1E - Eaton | 446 Sq Ft | $1,629 |
| Timber Lake | Canopy | 398 Sq Ft | $795 |
| Abbot Manor (910 Apartments, LLC) | Abbot Manor Apartments | 290 Sq Ft | $889 |
Cheapest Available Downtown East Lansing Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown East Lansing of East Lansing, MI is the Canopy Model starting from $795 at Timber Lake. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown East Lansing is currently $1,618. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Timber Lake | Canopy | $795 |
| Abbot Manor (910 Apartments, LLC) | Abbot Manor Apartments | $889 |
| Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes | Studio | $916 |
| 745 Burcham Dr | Studio - Victory Studios - 129 Burcham Drive | $1,200 |
| Provident Place | 0BR/1BA BF | $1,200 |
| Midtown Apartments | Unit F | $1,203 |
| Gateway Lofts | 1E - Eaton | $1,629 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown East Lansing Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown East Lansing with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown East Lansing is at Timber Lake listed at $795.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown East Lansing Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown East Lansing is $1,618.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown East Lansing Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East Lansing is a 600 square feet unit starting from $916 at Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes.
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