
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lansing, MI from $700 (29 Rentals)
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1016 N Capitol Ave

917 Seymour Ave

1222 Parkview St
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754 Cawood St

1023 N Walnut St

837 Tisdale Ave, Unit 837.5

319 W Saginaw St

717 N Sycamore St

316 W Saginaw St

1911 Alpha St

801 N Capitol Ave

607 Seymour Ave

1109 W Washtenaw St, Unit 1
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2387 Pine Tree Rd

1206 McCullough St

323 W Saginaw St
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213 S Homer St

1216 Bensch St

203 Shepard St

3132 Garland St

1616 N High St

805 Comfort St

4701 Richmond St

923 N Sycamore St

332 Hungerford St
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2609 Maplewood Ave

427 Seymour Ave
Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lansing?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lansing 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,468 | $745 | $10,000+ |
Lansing 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,590 | $1,100 | $3,700 |
Lansing 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,986 | $1,450 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lansing, MI
Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lansing, MI area range in price from $499 to $6,023 with an overall median price of $1,527. The three Lansing neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Everett at $995, Greencroft Park at $750, and Averill Woods at $785. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lansing Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Old Everett | $1,200 | $995 | 8 |
Greencroft Park | $1,250 | $750 | 90 |
Averill Woods | $1,300 | $785 | 26 |
Westside | $1,325 | $625 | 61 |
Groesbeck Area | $1,326 | $499 | 178 |
Colonial Village | $1,337 | $675 | 90 |
Churchill Downs | $1,350 | $800 | 43 |
Wexford Heights | $1,350 | $800 | 38 |
Lansing Eaton | $1,375 | $800 | 41 |
Lewton Rich | $1,375 | $750 | 89 |
Cheapest Available Lansing Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lansing, MI is a 4 Beds unit found at 25 East in the Eastfield neighborhood priced from $525. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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25 East | 4BR/2BA - Top Floor | 4BR,2BA | $525 |
Fred Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Bardaville Apartments | Small Unit | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Woodbridge Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
Carriage House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
745 Burcham Dr | 2BR/1BA - 731 Burcham Drive | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Victory East Lansing | 2BR/1BA - 731 Burcham Drive | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Holmes Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
The "Wave" | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lansing, MI
As of July 31, 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 Model at Hannah Lofts starting at $990 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Michigan State University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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501 N Walnut St, Unit 1 | 501 N Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
Hannah Lofts | 4x4.5 Townhome B | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.58 |
1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down | 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Campus Village-E. Lansing | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
Skyvue MI | 4 BEDROOM/4 BATHROOM - D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.65 |
426 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 Down | 426 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower | 422 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
1039 S Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 1 - Down | 1039 S Pennsylvania Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.68 |
Block 36 | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.39 |
Arbor Glen Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath (for 2 people rate per person) | 2BR,1BA | $0.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lansing
What type of rentals are currently available in Lansing?
There are currently 708 Apartments for Rent in Lansing, MI with pricing that ranges from $525 to $6,023. There are also 103 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lansing ranging from $745 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 $745 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $1,967.
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 $670 to $6,023, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 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.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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