
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Lansing Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $800 (5 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Downtown Lansing area of Lansing.


307 N Walnut St
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319 W Saginaw St

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233 N Chestnut St
Downtown Lansing, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Lansing?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Lansing 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $900 | $900 | $900 |
Downtown Lansing 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,556 | $1,395 | $1,700 |
Downtown Lansing 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,450 | $1,100 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 5 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 Studio unit found at Capital Manor priced from $669. Capitol Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $807. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lansing apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Capital Manor | STU | Studio,1BA | $669 |
Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lansing, MI
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lansing area is the $0.27 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 $625. The second greatest value Downtown Lansing apartment is the 426 W Saginaw St Model at 426 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 Down starting at $975 with a $0.72 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. |
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501 N Walnut St, Unit 1 | 501 N Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
426 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 Down | 426 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down | 424 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower | 422 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
706 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 | 706 W Saginaw St | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
507 N Sycamore St, Unit 1st Floor | 507 N Sycamore St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
319 N Sycamore St, Unit 319 #2 | 319 N Sycamore St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
416 W Saginaw St, Unit 1st Floor | 416 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.18 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Lansing
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Lansing?
There are currently 81 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lansing, MI with pricing that ranges from $525 to $8,500. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lansing ranging from $850 to $1,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Lansing?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Lansing ranges from $850 to $1,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,215.
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