Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Lansing Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $800 (4 Rentals)

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property at 427 Seymour Ave

427 Seymour Ave

LansingMI48933
property at 220 W Lapeer St

220 W Lapeer St

LansingMI48933

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lansing, MI

As of September 10, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
501 N Walnut St, Unit 1501 N Walnut St1BR,1BA$0.27
426 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 Down426 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.72
424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down424 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.72
422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower422 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.72
706 W Saginaw St, Unit 1706 W Saginaw St3BR,1BA$1.17
Ferris Park TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03
507 N Sycamore St, Unit 1st Floor507 N Sycamore St2BR,1BA$1.03
319 N Sycamore St, Unit 319 #2319 N Sycamore St1BR,1BA$1.22
416 W Saginaw St, Unit 1st Floor416 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$1.11
Capitol ParkThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Lansing

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Lansing?

There are currently 78 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lansing, MI with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,500. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lansing ranging from $895 to $2,200.

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 $895 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,336.

Expert Rental Resources

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