Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Forest Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $700 (12 Rentals)

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property at 811 N Pine St

$745

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$745

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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811 N Pine St, Unit 2

811 N Pine St
LansingMI48906

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property at 127 W Jackson St

$1,000

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$1,000

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$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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127 W Jackson St

LansingMI48906

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Old Forest, Lansing, MI Local Guide

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. Chestnut Flatz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Old Forest apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Abigail SeniorThe Gertrude 30%2BR,1BA$475
Chestnut FlatzStudioStudio,1BA$625
Pacific FlatzA1. 1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Pennsylvania Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Colonial Place Apartments1 BR / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Forest, MI

As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Forest area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bed / 1 Bath Model at Willis Apartments in the in the North Lansing neighborhood starting from $1,213. The second greatest value Old Forest 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 Old Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Willis Apartments3 Bed / 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.09
Abigail SeniorThe Grace 60%2BR,1BA$0.89
Colonial Place Apartments1 BR / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.83
Pacific FlatzB1. 2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.06
Green Oaks Apartments2 BR / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Capitol ParkThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
1224 E Malcolm X St1224 E Malcolm X St1BR,1BA$1.12
1010 W Ionia St, Unit 1010 West Ionia1010 W Ionia St1BR,1BA$0.93
Pennsylvania Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.00
Chestnut FlatzStudioStudio ,1BA$0.89

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Old Forest, Lansing, MI

Ranked #29

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Forest

What type of rentals are currently available in Old Forest?

There are currently 202 Apartments for Rent in Old Forest, MI with pricing that ranges from $451 to $4,250. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Forest ranging from $745 to $1,955.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Forest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Forest ranges from $745 to $1,955 with an average monthly rent of $1,229.

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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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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.

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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.