
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lansing, IL from $500 (41 Rentals)
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Bernice Homes

17754 Rosewood Dr

Lansing South Apartments

Hickory Oaks Apartments

Riverwood Apartment Homes

3020 178th St

Lansing Crossing, LLC
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PIMA LANSING LLC

18550 Torrence Ave

18335 Sherman St

2303 Holiday Ter

American Heartland Homes

Ginger Ridge Apartments

8 Waltham St, Unit 1R

3 Waltham St
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Douglas Pointe Apartments

Barberry Apartments

Hollywood Manor Townhomes

7302 Columbia Ave

Sandridge Apartments

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1039 Ridge Rd, Unit B

2511 Terrace Ave, Unit 1E

19719 Terrace Ave, Unit 3
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460 Hoxie Ave

660 Clyde Ave

Southmoor Apartments

Lawndale Apartments

Saxony Town Homes

1131 Ridge Rd

Golden Manor

331 157th St
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Bellerose Gardens Apartments

308 Elizabeth St

6741 Columbia Ave

1601 Downs Dr

1454 Sherman St

2109 W 45th St

1344 Michigan St

20124 Oak Ln
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936 E 170th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lansing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $849 | $1,540 |
| Cheap Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $1,020 | $1,855 |
| Cheap Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $883 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Lansing Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lansing, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Ginger Ridge Apartments in the North River neighborhood priced from $900. Douglas Pointe Apartments in the Roxana neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,164. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lansing apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Redbud | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| Hollywood Manor Townhomes | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Bernice Homes | Two Bedroom home | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Barberry Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lansing, IL
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lansing area is the $1.39 price per square foot 23 Mason St Model at 23 Mason St, Unit Hammond in the in the Bernice neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Lansing apartment is the 2BD/1BA Model at Hollywood Manor Townhomes starting at $1,350 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Bernice neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Mason St, Unit Hammond | 23 Mason St | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Hollywood Manor Townhomes | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 8 Waltham St, Unit 1R | 8 Waltham St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1039 Ridge Rd, Unit B | 1039 Ridge Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Bernice Homes | Two Bedroom home | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Barberry Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lansing Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lansing Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lansing Apartment is $900 at Ginger Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lansing Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lansing is starting from $1,087 at Ginger Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lansing Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lansing Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bernice Homes and starts from $1,600.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
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I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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