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Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Forest Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $600 (18 Rentals)
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1021 Moores River Dr, Unit 1
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923 N Sycamore St
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605 S Grand Ave
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307 N Walnut St
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Old Forest, Lansing, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Old Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Forest 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,133 | $899 | $1,329 |
| Old Forest 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,373 | $1,100 | $1,550 |
| Old Forest 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,613 | $1,100 | $1,955 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Forest Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Old Forest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Forest area of Lansing, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Abigail Senior priced from $475. Reside 517 LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Old Forest apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abigail Senior | The Gertrude 30% | 2BR,1BA | $475 |
| Reside 517 LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 821 E Shiawassee St | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Pennsylvania Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Forest, MI
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Forest 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 Old Forest apartment is the Shiawassee Model at Lansing Tower Apartments starting at $1,455 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Forest 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 |
| Lansing Tower Apartments | Shiawassee | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Colonial Place Apartments | 1 BR / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Green Oaks Apartments | 2 BR / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 731 N Sycamore St, Unit 731.5 | 731 N Sycamore St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 522 N Walnut St, Unit Lower | 522 N Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Blue Spruce Apartments | 2 BR / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Pennsylvania Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Forest
What type of rentals are currently available in Old Forest?
There are currently 195 Apartments for Rent in Old Forest, MI with pricing that ranges from $475 to $4,250. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Forest ranging from $650 to $1,955.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Forest ranges from $650 to $1,955 with an average monthly rent of $1,149.
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