Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $400 (43 Rentals)

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Brentwood Apartments
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$999
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$944
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$55

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$999
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Brentwood Apartments

2928 Kenwick CirLansing, MI 48912
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Coolidge Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coolidge Arms

921 Coolidge RdLansing, MI 48912
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Chestnut Flatz
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Flatz

1216 N Chestnut StLansing, MI 48906
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Riverfront Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverfront Towers

601 N Cedar StLansing, MI 48912
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Walnut Flatz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Flatz

826 N Walnut StLansing, MI 48906
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905 Coolidge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

905 Coolidge

905 CoolidgeLansing, MI 48912
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Friendship Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Friendship Manor

200 Friendship CirLansing, MI 48912
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Ferris Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ferris Park Apartments

419 W Shiawassee StLansing, MI 48933
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Blakeview  Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blakeview Apartments

1110 Blake AveLansing, MI 48912
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Crestwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood Apartments

2510 Wood StLansing, MI 48912
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Shiawassee Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shiawassee Apartments

723 W ShiawasseeLansing, MI 48915
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Highland Apartments
$922 - $1,551
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$922 - $1,551
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Highland Apartments

144-224 Highland AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Oakwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

410 W Saginaw StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Beal Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beal Street Apartments

208-216 Beal StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Abbott Parkside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Abbott Parkside

2700 Marfitt RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Stonehedge
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehedge

2224 Stonehedge DrEast Lansing, MI 48823

Eastside, Lansing, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Lansing, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Abigail Senior priced from $475. Chestnut Flatz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Abigail SeniorThe Gertrude 30%2BR,1BA$475
Chestnut FlatzStudioStudio,1BA$625
Reside 517 LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Shiawassee Apartments1 BR / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$775
Timber LakeCanopyStudio,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, MI

As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $0.78 price per square foot 220 W Oakland Ave Model at 220 W Oakland Ave in the in the North Lansing neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 1210 Turner St Model at 1210 Turner St, Unit LTL starting at $1,600 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the North Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
220 W Oakland Ave220 W Oakland Ave3BR,1BA$0.78
1210 Turner St, Unit LTL1210 Turner St2BR,1BA$1.14
Block 364x44BR,4BA$0.41
Abigail SeniorThe Grace 60%2BR,1BA$0.89
Brentwood ApartmentsBrentwood Apartments - Two Bedroom *FREE FIRST ...2BR,1BA$1.08
Blakeview Apartments2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.17
Blue Spruce Apartments2 BR / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
1429 Knollwood Ave1429 Knollwood Ave1BR,1BA$1.15
1010 W Ionia St, Unit 1010 West Ionia1010 W Ionia St1BR,1BA$0.93
Chestnut FlatzStudioStudio ,1BA$0.89

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Eastside, Lansing, MI

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Michigan, including Lansing. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Eastside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastside is under $830.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastside?

The cheapest apartment in Eastside is 829 E Shiawassee St which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Eastside costs $1,548.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastside?

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 33 regular apartments in Eastside 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 Eastside?

Cheap apartments in Eastside have an average cost of $313 which is $1,235 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastside.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.