Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Lansing, MI from $500 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Westside area of Lansing.

1109 W Washtenaw St, Unit .5

1135 S Washington Ave #14, Unit 1135 S Washington Ave #14

533.5 Seymour Ave
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Ferris Park Towers

121 Island Ave

526 W Hillsdale St
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220 W Lapeer St
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418 N Walnut St

427 Seymour Ave

809 Westmoreland Ave
Westside, Lansing, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westside Studio Apartments | $1,052 | $795 | $1,270 |
| Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,133 | $745 | $1,485 |
| Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $850 | $2,500 |
| Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $1,300 | $2,150 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westside Neighborhood of Lansing, MI.
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Cheapest Available Westside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside area of Lansing, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 priced from $750. Capitol Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $807. Here are the most affordable Westside apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $807 |
| Ferris Park Towers | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| Fountain Place Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Shiawassee Apartments LLC (723 W Shiawassee, LLC) | The New Brentwood Apartments - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, MI
As of December 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $0.72 price per square foot 422 W Saginaw St Model at 422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower in the in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value Westside 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 Westside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 422 W Saginaw St, Unit Lower | 422 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 424 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 - Down | 424 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 426 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 Down | 426 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| 706 W Saginaw St, Unit 1 | 706 W Saginaw St | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Lofts at Washington Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 329 S Washington Sq, Unit H | 329 S Washington Sq | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 507 N Sycamore St, Unit 1st Floor | 507 N Sycamore St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 416 W Saginaw St, Unit 1st Floor | 416 W Saginaw St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Capitol Park | The One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 | A * 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestside, Lansing, MI
Ranked #51
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Westside Neighborhood in Lansing, MI
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 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 Westside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Westside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westside is under $975.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westside?
The cheapest apartment in Westside is 927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12 which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Westside costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westside?
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 4 regular apartments in Westside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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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