
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand River Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI from $435 (7 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Grand River area of East Lansing.


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Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grand River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand River Studio Apartments | $1,982 | $1,075 | $2,344 |
| Grand River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $930 | $2,899 |
| Grand River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,863 | $1,150 | $3,850 |
| Grand River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $869 | $4,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 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 $1,024. 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 | $1,024 |
| Landmark on Grand River | D1 Penthouse | 3BR,2BA | $1,074 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand River, MI
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grand River area is the $1.83 price per square foot 5BR/1.5BA Model at 568 Spartan in the in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Grand River apartment is the Cedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom Model at Prime Housing Group starting at $1,230 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Meridian Township Okemos 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 568 Spartan | 5BR/1.5BA | 5BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Prime Housing Group | Cedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Old Canton Lane (Hodge Apartments, LLC) | Old Canton Lane | Two Bed | One Bath | One Mont... | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Landmark on Grand River | C1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Hub East Lansing | 2x2 Corner VIP | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC) | One Bed (Deluxe) | One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 408 Ann St | 408 Ann St | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
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3.5Pet 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 13 regular apartments in Grand River that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Grand River?
Cheap apartments in Grand River have an average cost of $1,783 which is $0 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Grand River.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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