
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand River Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI from $400 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Grand River area of East Lansing.


Prime Housing Group

141 Spartan Ave

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408 Ann St

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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 | $1,738 | $1,000 | $2,199 |
| Grand River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $930 | $2,899 |
| Grand River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $885 | $3,750 |
| Grand River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $869 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 12 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 |
| Newman Lofts | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,230 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand River, MI
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grand River area is the $2.30 price per square foot C4 Model at Newman Lofts in the in the Square One neighborhood starting from $2,480. The second greatest value Grand River apartment is the 2x2 Flex Model at Hub East Lansing starting at $1,024 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Forest View 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newman Lofts | C4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Hub East Lansing | 2x2 Flex | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Prime Housing Group | Cedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Capitol Villa Apartments | 2 bed, 2 bath for 3 people | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Cedar Village Apartments | 2 bed, 1 bath for 3 people (rate per person) | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| 408 Ann St | 408 Ann St | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grand River Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Grand River?
The cheapest apartment in Grand River is Prime Housing Group which is listed at $930, while the average apartment in Grand River costs $3,750.
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 1 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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