Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lansing, MI from $400 with Washer/Dryer (46 Rentals)

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Coolidge Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coolidge Arms

921 Coolidge RdLansing, MI 48912
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Capital Manor
Studio Apartments

Capital Manor

515-524 S Chestnut StLansing, MI 48933
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Newberry Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newberry Apartments

106 Falls CtLansing, MI 48917
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Circle West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Circle West

3224-3336 Joni's CirLansing, MI 48906
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Pinewood Club Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pinewood Club Apartments

2115-2125 Provincial House DrLansing, MI 48910
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Skyline Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Skyline Apartments

4221 N Grand River AveLansing, MI 48906
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Kensington Meadows
3 Bedroom Apartments

Kensington Meadows

4245 W Jolly RdLansing, MI 48911
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Reo Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Reo Lofts

1133-1137 S Washington AveLansing, MI 48910
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JUNIPER SQUARE
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

JUNIPER SQUARE

5723-5811 Richwood StLansing, MI 48911
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Silver Stone Townhomes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Silver Stone Townhomes

5505 S Martin Luther King Jr BlvdLansing, MI 48911
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Everett Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Everett Apartments

3518 Davidson DrLansing, MI 48910
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745 Burcham Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

745 Burcham Dr

745 Burcham DrEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Abbott Parkside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Abbott Parkside

2700 Marfitt RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
Senior Living
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1855 Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1855 Place

1230 Garden City RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Stonehedge
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehedge

2224 Stonehedge DrEast Lansing, MI 48823

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Getting Around Lansing, MI

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lansing Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lansing?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lansing is under $800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lansing?

The cheapest apartment in Lansing is Bardaville Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Lansing costs $1,612.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lansing?

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 347 regular apartments in Lansing 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 Lansing?

Cheap apartments in Lansing have an average cost of $437 which is $1,175 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lansing.

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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.