
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Knollwood-Willow Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $400 (62 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Knollwood-Willow area of Lansing.


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624 W Lapeer St

Shiawassee Apartments

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1010 W Ionia St, Unit 1010 West Ionia

Colonial Place Apartments

818 Vine St

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504 W Lapeer St, Unit #D

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718 W Ionia St, Unit #3

829 E Shiawassee St

Green Oaks Apartments
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The "Wave"

129 S Hosmer St

Capitol Park

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1039 S Pennsylvania Ave

Westbay Club Apartments

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1224 E Malcolm X St

Cherry Hill

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1429 Knollwood Ave

Ferris Park Towers

Fountain Place Apartments
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1425 Knollwood Ave

317 E Hillsdale St

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333 Bingham St, Unit 1

117 S Hosmer St

339 E St Joseph St

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Lansing Tower Apartments

Temple Lofts

316 N Sycamore St

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808 Vine St

REO Town Apartments
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313 E St Joseph St

811 Larned St

1030 S Holmes St

230 S Holmes St

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731 N Sycamore St, Unit 731.5

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820 N Pennsylvania Ave

The Porter Senior Apartments

Bardaville Apartments

Executive House Apartments

916 W Ottawa St
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Chestnut Flatz

Riverfront Towers

Capital Manor

Bardaville Apartments

Pine Street Apartments

Walnut Flatz

319 E Hillsdale

Carriage House Apartments

Pacific Flatz

Washington Apartments
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Knollwood-Willow, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Knollwood-Willow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knollwood-Willow Studio Apartments | $1,011 | $600 | $1,296 |
| Knollwood-Willow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $600 | $2,295 |
| Knollwood-Willow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $475 | $4,250 |
| Knollwood-Willow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $1,250 | $3,595 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Knollwood-Willow Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Knollwood-Willow Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Knollwood-Willow area of Lansing, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Abigail Senior priced from $475. Chestnut Flatz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Knollwood-Willow apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abigail Senior | The Gertrude 30% | 2BR,1BA | $475 |
| Chestnut Flatz | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Colonial Place Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Reside 517 LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 532 Townsend St | Townsend Apartments - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knollwood-Willow, MI
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knollwood-Willow area is the $0.78 price per square foot 220 W Oakland Ave Model at 220 W Oakland Ave in the in the North Lansing neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Knollwood-Willow apartment is the The Grace 60% Model at Abigail Senior starting at $925 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the North Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Knollwood-Willow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 220 W Oakland Ave | 220 W Oakland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Abigail Senior | The Grace 60% | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Colonial Place Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Pacific Flatz | B1. 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Green Oaks Apartments | 2 BR / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 1224 E Malcolm X St | 1224 E Malcolm X St | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The "Wave" | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Chestnut Flatz | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.89 |
| 1010 W Ionia St, Unit 1010 West Ionia | 1010 W Ionia St | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Knollwood-Willow Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Knollwood-Willow?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Knollwood-Willow is under $750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Knollwood-Willow?
The cheapest apartment in Knollwood-Willow is Colonial Place Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Knollwood-Willow costs $1,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Knollwood-Willow?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Knollwood-Willow that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Knollwood-Willow?
Cheap apartments in Knollwood-Willow have an average cost of $160 which is $1,290 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Knollwood-Willow.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.