Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Square One Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $400 (81 Rentals)

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property at 147 Isbell St

$700 - $750

1 Bedroom Rentals

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147 Isbell St

LansingMI48910
property at 121 Island Ave

$800 - $1,100

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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121 Island Ave

LansingMI48910

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property at 1030 S Holmes St

$925 - $1,595

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1030 S Holmes St

LansingMI48912

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Coolidge Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coolidge Arms

921 Coolidge RdLansing, MI 48912
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Riverfront Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverfront Towers

601 N Cedar StLansing, MI 48912
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Square One, Lansing, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Square One Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Square One area of Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Reside 517 LLC priced from $765. Shiawassee Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Square One apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reside 517 LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$765
Shiawassee Apartments1 BR Standard1BR,1BA$775
Pacific FlatzA1. 1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$775
Pennsylvania Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$800
Cherry HillStudioStudio,1BA$850
Blakeview Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Wilshire ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Square One, MI

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Square One area is the $0.72 price per square foot 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave Model at 1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down in the in the North Lansing neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Square One apartment is the 220 W Oakland Ave Model at 220 W Oakland Ave starting at $1,250 with a $0.78 price per square foot in the North Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Square One apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Unit Down1033 E Cesar E Chavez Ave2BR,1BA$0.72
220 W Oakland Ave220 W Oakland Ave3BR,1BA$0.78
Masonic TempleApt 2013BR,2BA$0.55
Skyvue MI4 BEDROOM/4 BATHROOM - D14BR,4BA$0.65
1039 S Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 1 - Down1039 S Pennsylvania Ave1BR,1BA$0.68
Campus Village-E. Lansing3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$0.85
1224 E Malcolm X St, Unit #11224 E Malcolm X St1BR,1BA$0.83
124 E Barnes Ave, Unit Main124 E Barnes Ave2BR,1BA$0.98
922 Dakin St, Unit 1922 Dakin St2BR,1BA$1.06
The Quarters East LansingB - 2x12BR,1BA$0.87

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, 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 searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Square One Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Square One?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Square One is at Cherry Hill listed at $850.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Square One Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Square One Apartment is $765 at Reside 517 LLC.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Square One Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Square One is starting from $805 at Reside 517 LLC.

What is the most affordable Square One Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Square One Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willis Apartments and starts from $1,213.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!