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427 Seymour Ave

LansingMI48933

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Westside, Lansing, MI Local Guide

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 Walnut Flatz priced from $700. Townsend Apartment ( Reo Vincent Townsend Apartment LLC) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Westside apartments for rent in Lansing, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walnut Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Townsend Apartment ( Reo Vincent Townsend Apartment LLC)Townsend Apartments - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12A * 1BR1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, MI

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $0.27 price per square foot 501 N Walnut St Model at 501 N Walnut St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Lansing neighborhood starting from $625. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the The Arbaugh - Two Bedroom Apartment Model at The Arbaugh starting at $1,355 with a $1.20 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
501 N Walnut St, Unit 1501 N Walnut St1BR,1BA$0.27
The ArbaughThe Arbaugh - Two Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.20
Colonial Place Apartments1 BR / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.83
731 N Sycamore St, Unit 731.5731 N Sycamore St2BR,1BA$1.11
522 N Walnut St, Unit Lower522 N Walnut St1BR,1BA$1.16
Capitol ParkThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Walnut Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.00
927 W. Shiawassee St. #2-12A * 1BR1BR,1BA$1.07
Ferris Park TowersEfficiencyStudio ,1BA$1.27
624 W Lapeer St624 W Lapeer St1BR,1BA$1.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Westside, Lansing, MI

Ranked #52

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westside

What type of rentals are currently available in Westside?

There are currently 76 Apartments for Rent in Westside, MI with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,485. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westside ranging from $850 to $1,955.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westside ranges from $850 to $1,955 with an average monthly rent of $1,375.

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.