
Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Town Lansing Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $600 (18 Rentals)
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1021 N Walnut St

1023 N Walnut St

917 Seymour Ave

1016 N Capitol Ave

220 W Lapeer St
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427 Seymour Ave

1018 N Pennsylvania Ave

316 W Saginaw St

801 N Capitol Ave

810 Comfort St

233 N Chestnut St, Unit A
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819 Cross St

1007 Mahlon St

1010 N Pine St, Unit B

811 Call St

307 N Walnut St

605 S Grand Ave
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Old Town Lansing, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Old Town Lansing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town Lansing 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,120 | $899 | $1,500 |
| Old Town Lansing 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,426 | $1,000 | $1,800 |
| Old Town Lansing 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,588 | $1,100 | $1,955 |
| Old Town Lansing 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Town Lansing Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Old Town Lansing Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town Lansing area of Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Reside 517 LLC priced from $675. Walnut Flatz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Old Town Lansing apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reside 517 LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Walnut Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Pennsylvania Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Shiawassee Apartments LLC (723 W Shiawassee, LLC) | Shiawassee Apartments - Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town Lansing, MI
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Town Lansing area is the $0.26 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 $595. The second greatest value Old Town Lansing apartment is the 424 W Saginaw St Model at 424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down starting at $975 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town Lansing 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 | $0.26 |
| 424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down | 424 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 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 |
| 422 W Saginaw St, Unit Upper | 422 W Saginaw St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 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 |
| 1407 West Ottawa Street, Unit Unit 3 | 1407 West Ottawa Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Town Lansing, Lansing, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Old Town Lansing
What type of rentals are currently available in Old Town Lansing?
There are currently 210 Apartments for Rent in Old Town Lansing, MI with pricing that ranges from $595 to $4,250. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Town Lansing ranging from $695 to $1,955.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Town Lansing?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Town Lansing ranges from $695 to $1,955 with an average monthly rent of $1,328.
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