Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Oakland Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $400 (52 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Old Oakland area of Lansing.

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Bardaville Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bardaville Apartments

3345 Bardaville DrLansing, MI 48906
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916 W Ottawa St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

916 W Ottawa St

916 W Ottawa StLansing, MI 48915
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Windemere Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windemere Apartments

2410-2414 W Willow StLansing, MI 48917
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Riverfront Towers
2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverfront Towers

601 N Cedar StLansing, MI 48912
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Circle West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Circle West

3224-3336 Joni's CirLansing, MI 48906
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319 E Hillsdale
2 Bedroom Apartments

319 E Hillsdale

319 E Hillsdale StLansing, MI 48933
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Chestnut Flatz
1 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Flatz

1216 N Chestnut StLansing, MI 48906
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Washington Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Apartments

927 S Washington AveLansing, MI 48910
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Skyline Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Skyline Apartments

4221 N Grand River AveLansing, MI 48906
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Lansing Park Terrace
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lansing Park Terrace

3435 W Saint Joseph StLansing, MI 48917
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Ferris Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ferris Park Apartments

419 W Shiawassee StLansing, MI 48933
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Walnut Flatz
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Flatz

826 N Walnut StLansing, MI 48906
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Tamara Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tamara Apartments

335 E Saint Joseph StLansing, MI 48933
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Reo Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Reo Lofts

1133-1137 S Washington AveLansing, MI 48910
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Old Oakland, Lansing, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Oakland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Oakland area of Lansing, MI is a Studio unit found at Capital Manor priced from $669. Bardaville Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Old Oakland apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Capital ManorSTUStudio,1BA$669
Bardaville ApartmentsSmall Unit1BR,1BA$675
Carriage House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Chestnut Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$800
Capitol ParkThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$807
Ferris Park TowersEfficiencyStudio,1BA$810
Reside 517 LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Oakland, MI

As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Oakland 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 Oakland apartment is the 609 Bluff St Model at 609 Bluff St starting at $1,400 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the North Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Oakland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
501 N Walnut St, Unit 1501 N Walnut St1BR,1BA$0.27
609 Bluff St609 Bluff St3BR,1BA$0.82
220 W Oakland Ave220 W Oakland Ave3BR,1BA$0.78
422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower422 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.70
426 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 Down426 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.72
424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down424 W Saginaw St2BR,1BA$0.72
1425 Knollwood Ave, Unit #Down1425 Knollwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.01
507 N Sycamore St, Unit 1st Floor507 N Sycamore St2BR,1BA$1.03
Capitol ParkThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
Carriage House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.97

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Oakland, Lansing, MI

Ranked #32

Among neighborhoods in Lansing, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Lansing, Michigan. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Old Oakland Neighborhood in Lansing, MI

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Oakland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Oakland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Oakland is at Capital Manor listed at $669.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Oakland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Oakland Apartment is $675 at Bardaville Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Oakland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Oakland is starting from $844 at Capitol Park.

What is the most affordable Old Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Old Oakland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arbaugh and starts from $1,500.

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