Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southside Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $600 (46 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Southside area of Lansing.

Woodbridge Manor Apartments

Stone Ridge Meadows

Willowood

Evergreen Park Townhomes and Apartments

Capitol Village - Lansing, MI

The Grove @ Grove Park

Highland Holmes Apartments
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Birch Tree Apartments

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Towne Square Apartments and Townhomes

Trappers Cove Apartments

Briarcliffe Apartments & Townhomes

Lansing 74 Apartments

6317 Grovenburg Rd, Unit Upper
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Outer Southside, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Southside Studio Apartments | $847 | $675 | $1,025 |
| Outer Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $690 | $1,875 |
| Outer Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $770 | $2,315 |
| Outer Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $1,275 | $2,630 |
| Outer Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $1,449 | $1,825 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Southside Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Outer Southside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southside area of Lansing, MI is a Studio unit found at Fred Apartments priced from $675. Woodbridge Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $690. Here are the most affordable Outer Southside apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fred Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Woodbridge Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Holmes Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Stone Ridge Meadows | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $770 |
| 910 E. Jolly Rd. #1-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Capitol Village - Lansing, MI | Regency | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Aspen Flatz | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Fred & Louisa Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Grove @ Grove Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Harvest House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southside, MI
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Southside area is the $1.17 price per square foot The Varsity Model at College Towne Apartments in the in the Forest View neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Outer Southside apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse W/D Model at Briarcliffe Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Forest View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Towne Apartments | The Varsity | 3BR,3BA | $1.17 |
| Briarcliffe Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse W/D | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| 224 Crest St, Unit 2 | 224 Crest St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 6317 Grovenburg Rd, Unit Upper | 6317 Grovenburg Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 6315 Grovenburg Rd | 6315 Grovenburg Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Aspen Flatz | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Stone Ridge Meadows | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Highland Holmes Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Holmes Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Woodbridge Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Southside is Woodbridge Manor Apartments which is listed at $690, while the average apartment in Outer Southside costs $1,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Southside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 21 regular apartments in Outer Southside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer Southside?
Cheap apartments in Outer Southside have an average cost of $202 which is $1,373 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Southside.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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