
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Creston Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $500 (44 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Creston area of Lansing.


Shiawassee Apartments

Reside 517 LLC

Windemere Apartments

Shiawassee Apartments

810 W Genesee St

Capitol Park

Woodmar Apartments
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Abigail Senior

Temple Lofts

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401 N Pennsylvania Ave
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233 N Chestnut St

Total Monthly Price
725 W Genesee St, Unit downstairs

2701 E Saginaw St

1010 N Pine St, Unit B

916 W Ottawa St

307 N Walnut St

Riverfront Towers

Walnut Flatz
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Carriage House Apartments

Chestnut Flatz

821 E Shiawassee St

1021 N Walnut St

927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12

1023 N Walnut St

917 Seymour Ave

Seymour Manor Apartments
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Ferris Park Apartments

307 N Chestnut St

Captain's Walk Apartments

Blakeview Apartments

220 W Lapeer St

1016 N Capitol Ave

Ionia Street Apartments

316 W Saginaw St
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801 N Capitol Ave

Crestwood Apartments

1025 N Washington Ave

427 Seymour Ave
Creston, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Creston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creston Studio Apartments | $1,106 | $625 | $1,751 |
| Creston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $595 | $2,395 |
| Creston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $750 | $4,250 |
| Creston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,320 | $1,400 | $3,695 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Creston Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Creston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Creston area of Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Reside 517 LLC priced from $675. Walnut Flatz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Creston apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reside 517 LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Windemere Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $734 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Shiawassee Apartments | Shiawassee Apartments - Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Shiawassee Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
| Captain's Walk Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $871 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creston, MI
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Creston area is the $0.26 price per square foot 501 N Walnut St Model at 501 N Walnut St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood starting from $595. The second greatest value Creston apartment is the 609 Bluff St Model at 609 Bluff St starting at $1,400 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the North Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Creston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 501 N Walnut St, Unit 1 | 501 N Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 609 Bluff St | 609 Bluff St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 433 N Seymour St | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 725 W Genesee St, Unit downstairs | 725 W Genesee St | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Abigail Senior | The Phebe 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Creston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Creston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Creston is at Shiawassee Apartments listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Creston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Creston Apartment is $675 at Reside 517 LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Creston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Creston is starting from $799 at Shiawassee Apartments.
What is the most affordable Creston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Creston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 433 N Seymour St and starts from $1,395.
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