
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand River Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI from $400 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Grand River area of East Lansing.


Prime Housing Group

Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)

The Abbot

126 Milford St, Unit 18
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Grand River, East Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grand River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand River Studio Apartments | $1,784 | $1,050 | $2,449 |
| Grand River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $930 | $2,899 |
| Grand River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $935 | $3,850 |
| Grand River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,943 | $1,275 | $4,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Grand River Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Grand River Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grand River area of East Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Prime Housing Group priced from $930. Hub East Lansing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable Grand River apartments for rent in East Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Housing Group | Cedarview East Apartments - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| Hub East Lansing | 2x2 Flex | 2BR,2BA | $1,070 |
| Capitol Villa Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand River, MI
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grand River area is the $1.27 price per square foot Cedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom Model at Prime Housing Group in the in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood starting from $1,230. The second greatest value Grand River apartment is the Waterfront - Two Bedroom **ONE MONTHS RENT FREE** Model at Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC) starting at $1,450 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Michigan State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grand River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Housing Group | Cedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC) | Waterfront - Two Bedroom **ONE MONTHS RENT FREE** | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Cedar Village Apartments | 2 bed, 2 bath for 2 people (rate per person) | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Hub East Lansing | 2x2 VIP | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Capitol Villa Apartments | 2 bed, 2 bath for 2 people | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGrand River, East Lansing, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grand River Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Grand River?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Grand River that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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