Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southside Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $600 (74 Rentals)

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3318 W Jolly Rd

LansingMI48911

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Cavanaugh West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cavanaugh West

1120-1122 Mary AveLansing, MI 48910
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Somerset Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Somerset Apartments

1401 W Holmes RdLansing, MI 48910
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MLK Flatz
Studio Apartments

MLK Flatz

4620 S Martin Luther King Jr BlvdLansing, MI 48910
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Fred Louisa Flatz
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fred Louisa Flatz

814 Louisa StLansing, MI 48911
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Atlantic Flatz
1 Bedroom Apartments

Atlantic Flatz

909 E Jolly RdLansing, MI 48910
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Simken Flatz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Simken Flatz

3501 Simken DrLansing, MI 48910
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Jolly Flatz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jolly Flatz

645 E Jolly RdLansing, MI 48910
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Pinewood Club Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pinewood Club Apartments

2115-2125 Provincial House DrLansing, MI 48910
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Cavanaugh Flatz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cavanaugh Flatz

911 W Cavanaugh RdLansing, MI 48910
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Holmes Flatz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Holmes Flatz

2222 W Holmes RdLansing, MI 48911
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Baltic Flatz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Baltic Flatz

927-1001 W Cavanaugh RdLansing, MI 48910
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Ventnor Flatz
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ventnor Flatz

1115-1156 Dorchester CirLansing, MI 48910
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JUNIPER SQUARE
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

JUNIPER SQUARE

5723-5811 Richwood StLansing, MI 48911
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Carolina Flatz
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carolina Flatz

2411 Risdale AveLansing, MI 48911

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Outer Southside, Lansing, MI Local Guide

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 MLK Flatz priced from $660. Woodbridge Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable Outer Southside apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MLK FlatzStudioStudio,1BA$660
Woodbridge Manor Apartments1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$715
Stone Ridge Meadows2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$770
Capitol Village - Lansing, MIRegencyStudio,1BA$799
910 E. Jolly Rd. #1-12A * 2BR2BR,1BA$825
Ventnor Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$850
WillowoodSTUDIO | 1 BATHStudio,1BA$883
Trappers Cove ApartmentsOne Bedroom Cape Cod1BR,1BA$888
Evergreen ParkElmwood1BR,1BA$895
Kendon Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southside, MI

As of June 11, 2026 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 224 Crest St Model at 224 Crest St starting at $1,100 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Square One neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
College Towne ApartmentsThe Varsity3BR,3BA$1.17
224 Crest St224 Crest St2BR,1BA$1.12
Creekwood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Fred Louisa Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Fred Louisa Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Ventnor Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
Stone Ridge Meadows2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Kendon Pointe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18
910 E. Jolly Rd. #1-12A * 2BR2BR,1BA$1.10
Woodbridge Manor Apartments1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1.10

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Michigan, including Lansing. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southside Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Southside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Southside Apartment is $715 at Woodbridge Manor Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Southside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Southside is starting from $770 at Stone Ridge Meadows.

What is the most affordable Outer Southside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Southside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Towne Square Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $1,250.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.