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$1,650 - $2,1001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 2
Newman Lofts
200 Albert AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand River Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI from $400 (9 Rentals)
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$930 - $1,8901 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Prime Housing Group
1390 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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$1,150 - $1,6001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 19
Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)
1600 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Old Canton Lane (Hodge Apartments, LLC)
1410 Old Canton LnEast Lansing, MI 48823
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126 Milford St, Unit 7, Unit 7
126 Milford StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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SOLO Apartments
630 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Dean Apartments
427 Grove StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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408 Ann Street Studios
408 Ann StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments
AppleTree Apartments
126 Orchard StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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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 | $1,870 | $1,549 | $2,449 |
| Grand River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $930 | $2,899 |
| Grand River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $885 | $3,850 |
| Grand River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,943 | $1,275 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 9 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
| 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 | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand River, MI
As of April 26, 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 2 bed, 2 bath for 2 people (rate per person) Model at Cedar Village Apartments starting at $1,081 with a $1.27 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. |
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| Prime Housing Group | Cedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Cedar Village Apartments | 2 bed, 2 bath for 2 people (rate per person) | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Hub East Lansing | 2x2 VIP | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
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Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central East Lansing, MI. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 4 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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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
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