
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Genesee Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $500 (37 Rentals)
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1407 West Ottawa Street, Unit 3

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1114 Seymour Ave

Abigail Senior

Colonial Place Apartments

Shiawassee Apartments LLC (723 W Shiawassee, LLC)

Capitol Park

Cherry Hill

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422 W Saginaw St, Unit Upper
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Ferris Park Towers

Fountain Place Apartments

610 N Sycamore St, Unit 1

The Porter Senior Apartments

Executive House Apartments

916 W Ottawa St

Riverfront Towers

Capital Manor

Midtown Apartments
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Pine Street Apartments

Walnut Flatz

319 E Hillsdale

Chestnut Flatz

Washington Apartments

927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12

Townsend Apartment ( Reo Vincent Townsend Apartment LLC)

Seymour Manor Apartments

Ferris Park Apartments
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1021 N Walnut St

917 Seymour Ave

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Captain's Walk Apartments

1016 N Capitol Ave

220 W Lapeer St
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427 Seymour Ave
Genesee, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Genesee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesee Studio Apartments | $1,101 | $625 | $1,322 |
| Genesee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $595 | $1,898 |
| Genesee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $945 | $2,421 |
| Genesee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,560 | $1,560 |
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There are currently 37 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 Walnut Flatz priced from $700. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Shiawassee Apartments LLC (723 W Shiawassee, LLC) | Shiawassee Apartments - Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Colonial Place Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Captain's Walk Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cherry Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $871 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee, MI
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Genesee area is the $0.26 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 $595. The second greatest value Genesee apartment is the 424 W Saginaw St Model at 424 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 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 | $0.26 |
| 424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down | 424 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 433 N Seymour St | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Abigail Senior | The Grace 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Colonial Place Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 731 N Sycamore St, Unit 731.5 | 731 N Sycamore St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 422 W Saginaw St, Unit Upper | 422 W Saginaw St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 1407 West Ottawa Street, Unit 3 | 1407 West Ottawa Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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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 Shiawassee Apartments LLC (723 W Shiawassee, LLC) listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Genesee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Genesee Apartment is $700 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 $975 at Shiawassee Apartments LLC (723 W Shiawassee, LLC).
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