
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lansing Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $500 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lansing area of Lansing.


Colonial Place Apartments

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718 W Ionia St, Unit #3

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504 W Lapeer St, Unit #D

306 E Hillsdale St

Capitol Park

Cherry Hill

Ferris Park Towers
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916 W Ottawa St

Riverfront Towers

Capital Manor

Pine Street Apartments

319 E Hillsdale

Townsend Apartment ( Reo Vincent Townsend Apartment LLC)
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220 W Lapeer St

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Downtown Lansing, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lansing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lansing Studio Apartments | $1,041 | $725 | $1,270 |
| Downtown Lansing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $650 | $1,440 |
| Downtown Lansing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $950 | $2,141 |
| Downtown Lansing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,755 | $1,755 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lansing Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lansing Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lansing area of Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Place Apartments priced from $750. Townsend Apartment ( Reo Vincent Townsend Apartment LLC) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lansing apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Place Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Townsend Apartment ( Reo Vincent Townsend Apartment LLC) | Townsend Apartments - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
| Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| Lansing Tower Apartments | Ionia | Studio,1BA | $905 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lansing, MI
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lansing area is the $1.20 price per square foot The Arbaugh - Two Bedroom Apartment Model at The Arbaugh in the in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood starting from $1,355. The second greatest value Downtown Lansing apartment is the Garden Model at Lansing City View Apartments starting at $1,474 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbaugh | The Arbaugh - Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Lansing City View Apartments | Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 711 N Chestnut St | 711 N Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Colonial Place Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Cherry Hill | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 1010 W Ionia St, Unit 1010 West Ionia | 1010 W Ionia St | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.27 |
| 504 W Lapeer St, Unit #D | 504 W Lapeer St | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 718 W Ionia St, Unit #3 | 718 W Ionia St | Studio ,1BA | $1.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lansing Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Lansing?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Lansing is at Ferris Park Towers listed at $871.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lansing Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lansing Apartment is $750 at Colonial Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Lansing Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lansing is starting from $844 at Capitol Park.
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