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Lansing, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lansing, MI

Pricing Updated: 05/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lansing, MI area range in price from $625 to $99,999 with an overall median price of $2,775. The three Lansing neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Scottsdale at $995, Lansing Eaton at $1,095, and Delta Township at $1,095. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lansing Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Scottsdale$995$9951
Lansing Eaton$1,095$1,0951
Delta Township$1,395$1,0951
Creston Area$1,450$9902
Churchill Downs$1,499$9957
Coachlight$1,499$1,0455
Wexford Heights$1,499$1,0456
Downtown Lansing$1,575$85011
Forest View$1,650$6757
Lewton Rich$1,675$89516

Cheapest Available Lansing Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lansing, MI is a Studio unit found at Capital Manor in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood priced from $669. Fred Apartments in the Colonial Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lansing apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Capital ManorSTUStudio,1BA$669
Fred ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$675
Bardaville ApartmentsSmall Unit1BR,1BA$675
Carriage House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Hannah Lofts3x3.5 Townhome3BR,3BA$720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lansing, MI

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lansing 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 Lansing apartment is the 4x4.5 Townhome B Alternate Model at Hannah Lofts starting at $1,040 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Forest View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
501 N Walnut St, Unit 1501 N Walnut St1BR,1BA$0.27
Hannah Lofts4x4.5 Townhome B Alternate4BR,4.5BA$0.63
220 W Oakland Ave220 W Oakland Ave3BR,1BA$0.78
1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave2BR,1BA$0.72
Campus Village-E. Lansing4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom4BR,4BA$0.65
426 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 Down426 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.72
424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down424 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.72
422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower422 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.70
1039 S Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 1 - Down1039 S Pennsylvania Ave1BR,1BA$0.68
Block 364x44BR,4BA$0.41

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lansing

What type of rentals are currently available in Lansing?

There are currently 705 Apartments for Rent in Lansing, MI with pricing that ranges from $525 to $8,500. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lansing ranging from $625 to $99,999.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lansing ranges from $625 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $2,017.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lansing?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lansing range from $685 to $8,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $990 to $2,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $525.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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