Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI (35 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown East Lansing area of East Lansing with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

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Landmark on Grand River
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Landmark on Grand River

205 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Haslett Arms Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Haslett Arms Apartments

135-145 Collingwood DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Element 903
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Element 903

903 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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300 Grand Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

300 Grand Apartments

300 W Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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767 Burcham Drive
3 Bedroom Apartments

767 Burcham Drive

767-775 Burcham DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Foundation | The Gates
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Foundation | The Gates

500-550 Michigan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Eden Roc Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Roc Apartments

233 River StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Americana Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Americana Apartments

1128 Victor StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Oakwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

410 W Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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1855 Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1855 Place

1230 Garden City RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Midtown Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Apartments

1306 Michigan AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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The Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

136 Reniger CtEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Red Cedar Flats
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Red Cedar Flats

5030 Northwind DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Trowbridge Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trowbridge Lofts

1024-1030 Trowbridge RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Waterbury Place
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Waterbury Place

2950 Mount Hope RdOkemos, MI 48864
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The Hamptons
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Hamptons

4480 Hagadorn RdOkemos, MI 48864
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Downtown East Lansing, East Lansing, MI Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown East Lansing, East Lansing, MI

Ranked #2

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown East Lansing Neighborhood in East Lansing, MI

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown East Lansing

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown East Lansing?

There are currently 108 Studio Apartments in Downtown East Lansing with rent ranges from $750 to $2,049 with an average price of $1,272.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown East Lansing Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown East Lansing ranges from $750 to $2,599 with an average monthly rent of $1,268.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown East Lansing cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown East Lansing range from $715 to $3,650. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,396.

How expensive are Downtown East Lansing Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 41 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown East Lansing on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $665 to $4,350 - averaging $1,650 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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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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.