Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand River Neighborhood of East Lansing, MI from $400 (10 Rentals)

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SOLO Apartments
Studio Apartments

SOLO Apartments

630 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Dean Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dean Apartments

427 Grove StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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AppleTree Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

AppleTree Apartments

126 Orchard StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Grand River, East Lansing, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Grand River Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prime Housing GroupCedarview East Apartments - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)Waterfront - Two Bedroom **ONE MONTHS RENT FREE**2BR,2BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand River, MI

As of December 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grand River area is the $0.55 price per square foot Apt 201 Model at Masonic Temple in the in the Square One neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Grand River apartment is the 2B1B 2 people Model at River Glen Apartments starting at $725 with a $0.69 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Masonic TempleApt 2013BR,2BA$0.55
River Glen Apartments2B1B 2 people2BR,1BA$0.69
Prime Housing GroupCedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.27
Capitol Villa Apartments2 bed, 1 bath for 2 people2BR,1BA$0.54
Waterfront Apartments (TCT 1600, LLC)Waterfront - Two Bedroom **ONE MONTHS RENT FREE**2BR,2BA$1.70

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Grand River, East Lansing, MI

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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.

Getting Around the Grand River Neighborhood in East Lansing, MI

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

85 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.