
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Genesee Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Ferris Park Towers

811 N Pine St, Unit #3

Cherry Hill

306 E Hillsdale St
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522 N Walnut St, Unit Lower

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917 Seymour Ave

412 W César E. Chávez Ave
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754 Cawood St

319 W Saginaw St
Genesee, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Genesee?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Genesee Studio Apartments | $987 | $810 | $1,296 |
Genesee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,214 | $795 | $1,665 |
Genesee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $962 | $2,500 |
Genesee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $1,675 | $1,675 |
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Cheapest Available Genesee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Genesee area of Lansing, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Abigail Senior priced from $533. Walnut Flatz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Genesee apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Abigail Senior | The Gertrude 30% | 2BR,1BA | $533 |
Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Chestnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
Fountain Place Apartments | Fountain Place - Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
REO Town Apartments | 300 Building 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
City View Apartments - 501 (501 S. Capitol Ave Lansing, MI) | City View - Studio - The Clearwater *MOVE IN SP... | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Lansing Tower Apartments | Allegan | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee, MI
As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Genesee area is the $1.06 price per square foot The Arbaugh - Two Bedroom Apartment Model at The Arbaugh in the in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Genesee apartment is the 829 N Walnut St Model at 829 N Walnut St, Unit 1 starting at $1,295 with a $1.19 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. |
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The Arbaugh | The Arbaugh - Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
829 N Walnut St, Unit 1 | 829 N Walnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Abigail Senior | The Grace 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Ferris Park Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
319 N Sycamore St, Unit 319 #2 | 319 N Sycamore St | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
732 W Shiawassee St, Unit 2 | 732 W Shiawassee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
522 N Walnut St, Unit Lower | 522 N Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Chestnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGenesee, Lansing, MI
Ranked #47
Among neighborhoods in Lansing, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Genesee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Genesee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Genesee is at Fountain Place Apartments listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Genesee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Genesee Apartment is $800 at Walnut Flatz.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Genesee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Genesee is starting from $533 at Abigail Senior.
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