Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Genesee Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $400 (17 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Genesee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesee Studio Apartments | $1,036 | $795 | $1,296 |
| Genesee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,018 | $451 | $1,535 |
| Genesee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,167 | $533 | $2,500 |
| Genesee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Genesee Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Genesee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Genesee area of Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Abigail Senior priced from $585. 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Genesee apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abigail Senior | The Barbara 40% | 1BR,1BA | $585 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Chestnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
| Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $871 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee, MI
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Genesee 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 Genesee 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 Genesee 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 | $0.27 |
| 609 Bluff St | 609 Bluff St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower | 422 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down | 424 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 426 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 Down | 426 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 829 N Walnut St, Unit 1 | 829 N Walnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1425 Knollwood Ave, Unit #Down | 1425 Knollwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 507 N Sycamore St, Unit 1st Floor | 507 N Sycamore St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Genesee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Genesee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Genesee is under $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Genesee?
The cheapest apartment in Genesee is Abigail Senior which is listed at $585, while the average apartment in Genesee costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Genesee?
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 11 regular apartments in Genesee that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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