
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Churchill Downs Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $500 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Churchill Downs area of Lansing.


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Churchill Downs, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Churchill Downs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $946 | $745 | $1,429 |
| Churchill Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $800 | $1,797 |
| Churchill Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $1,100 | $1,560 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Churchill Downs Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Churchill Downs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Churchill Downs area of Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Baltic Flatz priced from $700. Brookewood South Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Churchill Downs apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltic Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Brookewood South Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Waverly Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Aspen Flatz | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Grove @ Grove Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Churchill Downs, MI
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Churchill Downs area is the $0.96 price per square foot 1016 Kelsey Ave Model at 1016 Kelsey Ave in the in the Lansing Eaton neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Churchill Downs apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Cambridge Manor starting at $1,375 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Lansing Eaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Churchill Downs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1016 Kelsey Ave | 1016 Kelsey Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Cambridge Manor | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 900 West Townhomes | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| 6317 Grovenburg Rd, Unit Upper | 6317 Grovenburg Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 6315 Grovenburg Rd | 6315 Grovenburg Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Cavanaugh Flatz | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Aspen Flatz | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Arbors at Georgetown | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Baltic Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Grove @ Grove Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChurchill Downs, Lansing, MI
Ranked #55
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Churchill Downs Neighborhood in Lansing, MI
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Churchill Downs Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Churchill Downs?
The cheapest apartment in Churchill Downs is Baltic Flatz which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Churchill Downs costs $1,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Churchill Downs?
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 11 regular apartments in Churchill Downs 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 Churchill Downs?
Cheap apartments in Churchill Downs have an average cost of $213 which is $1,162 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Churchill Downs.
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