Cheap Homes for Rent in Genesee Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $800 (8 Rentals)

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Genesee, Lansing, MI Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Abigail SeniorThe Gertrude 30%2BR,1BA$533
Walnut Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$800
Chestnut Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee, MI

As of July 04, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ArbaughThe Arbaugh - Two Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.06
829 N Walnut St, Unit 1829 N Walnut St2BR,1BA$1.19
Abigail SeniorThe Grace 60%2BR,1BA$1.16
Ferris Park TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03
319 N Sycamore St, Unit 319 #2319 N Sycamore St1BR,1BA$1.22
732 W Shiawassee St, Unit 2732 W Shiawassee St2BR,1BA$1.17
522 N Walnut St, Unit Lower522 N Walnut St1BR,1BA$1.07
Capitol ParkThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
Chestnut Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.14
Walnut Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.14

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Frequently Asked Questions about Genesee

What type of rentals are currently available in Genesee?

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Genesee, MI with pricing that ranges from $795 to $2,500. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Genesee ranging from $845 to $99,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Genesee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Genesee ranges from $845 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,741.

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