
Cheap Homes for Rent in Northtown Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $600 (11 Rentals)
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1023 N Walnut St

1021 N Walnut St

917 Seymour Ave

1016 N Capitol Ave
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220 W Lapeer St

427 Seymour Ave

1018 N Pennsylvania Ave

316 W Saginaw St

801 N Capitol Ave
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323 W Saginaw St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Northtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,106 | $899 | $1,500 |
| Northtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,413 | $1,175 | $1,800 |
| Northtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,721 | $1,100 | $2,395 |
| Northtown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $1,650 | $3,750 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northtown Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Northtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northtown area of Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Reside 517 LLC priced from $650. Walnut Flatz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Northtown apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reside 517 LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 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 |
| 3106 Holiday Apartments (Michael & Norma Coscarelli) | 3106 Holiday Drive | Studio Available starting ... | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northtown, MI
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northtown 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 Northtown apartment is the 4 BEDROOM/4 BATHROOM - D1 Model at Skyvue MI starting at $849 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Square One neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northtown 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 | $0.27 |
| Skyvue MI | 4 BEDROOM/4 BATHROOM - D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
| 424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down | 424 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| Campus Village-E. Lansing | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.85 |
| 917 S Pennsylvania Ave, Unit Lower | 917 S Pennsylvania Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Kimberly House Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Colonial Place Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Abigail Senior | The Phebe 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Northtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Northtown?
There are currently 243 Apartments for Rent in Northtown, MI with pricing that ranges from $585 to $4,250. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northtown ranging from $695 to $3,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northtown ranges from $695 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,573.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northtown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northtown range from $1,035 to $3,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,175 to $1,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $849.
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