Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Lansing Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $500 (75 Rentals)

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Del Marr Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Del Marr Apartments

2934 Mersey LnLansing, MI 48911
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MLK Flatz
Studio Apartments

MLK Flatz

4620 S Martin Luther King Jr BlvdLansing, 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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Kaymarr Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kaymarr Apartments

4600 S Pennsylvania AveLansing, MI 48910
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Colonial Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Woods

2001 W Mount Hope AveLansing, MI 48910
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Sandhurst
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandhurst

3811 Sandhurst DrLansing, MI 48911
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Reside 3031 Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Reside 3031 Apartments

3031 S Washington AveLansing, MI 48910
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Southtree Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southtree Apartments

1306 E Miller RdLansing, MI 48911
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Jolly Flatz
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jolly Flatz

645 E Jolly RdLansing, MI 48910
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Pennsylvania Flatz
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pennsylvania Flatz

1420-1424 S Pennsylvania AveLansing, 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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Southeast Lansing, Lansing, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Lansing Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Lansing area of Lansing, MI is a Studio unit found at Fred Apartments priced from $675. Fred & Louisa Flatz has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Southeast Lansing apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fred ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$675
Fred & Louisa Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Holmes Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$750
Baltic Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$750
Hiland Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$800
Whispering Pine Apartments1x1 Standard1BR,1BA$850
The Grove @ Grove Park1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Harvest House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$870
Carolina Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath Townhome1BR,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Lansing, MI

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Lansing area is the $0.93 price per square foot 1016 Kelsey Ave Model at 1016 Kelsey Ave in the in the REO Town neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Southeast Lansing apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse Renovated W/D Model at Briarcliffe Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,390 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Forest View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Lansing apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1016 Kelsey Ave1016 Kelsey Ave3BR,1BA$0.93
Briarcliffe Apartments & Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse Renovated W/D2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Cambridge ManorThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.06
124 E Barnes Ave, Unit Main124 E Barnes Ave2BR,1BA$0.98
6317 Grovenburg Rd, Unit Upper6317 Grovenburg Rd2BR,1BA$1.04
6315 Grovenburg Rd6315 Grovenburg Rd2BR,1BA$1.04
Aspen Flatz2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Baltic Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Holmes Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Fred & Louisa Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.00

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Southeast Lansing, Lansing, MI

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Michigan and customized analysis for Lansing, Michigan. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Southeast Lansing Neighborhood in Lansing, MI

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 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 Southeast Lansing Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Lansing?

The cheapest apartment in Southeast Lansing is Fred & Louisa Flatz which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Southeast Lansing costs $1,550.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Lansing?

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 18 regular apartments in Southeast Lansing 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 Southeast Lansing?

Cheap apartments in Southeast Lansing have an average cost of $105 which is $1,445 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Lansing.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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