Cheap Apartments for Rent in Okemos, MI from $400 (64 Rentals)

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1710 Chief Okemos Cir
2 Bedroom Apartments

1710 Chief Okemos Cir

1710 Chief Okemos CirOkemos, MI 48864
Corporate Housing
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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408 Ann St
$625 - $1,075
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$625 - $1,075
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$625 - $1,075
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

408 Ann St

408 Ann StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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property at 128 Whitehills Dr

$1,100

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$1,100
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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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128 Whitehills Dr, Unit 3

128 Whitehills Dr
East LansingMI48823

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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SOLO Apartments
Studio Apartments

SOLO Apartments

630 Abbot RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Ridgeway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgeway Apartments

5754 Ridgeway DrHaslett, MI 48840
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Riverside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Apartments

1310-1320 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Dean Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dean Apartments

427 Grove StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Garten Haus
1 Bedroom Apartments

Garten Haus

400 Gunson StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Stoddard Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stoddard Apartments

134-144 Stoddard AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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Lowebrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lowebrook Apartments

1300 E Grand River AveEast Lansing, MI 48823
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135 Kedzie St
1 Bedroom Apartments

135 Kedzie St

135 Kedzie StEast Lansing, MI 48823

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Marsh Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marsh Pointe

5895 Marsh RdHaslett, MI 48840
Senior Living
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Pine Lake Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Lake Apartments

6080 Marsh RdHaslett, MI 48840
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Cedarbrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedarbrook Apartments

208 Cedar StEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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property at 427 Seymour Ave

$850 - $1,300

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427 Seymour Ave

LansingMI48933
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Brookport Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brookport Apartments

1308 Haslett RdEast Lansing, MI 48823
Student Housing
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Legacy at Pinelake
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy at Pinelake

6076 Marsh RdHaslett, MI 48840
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Okemos, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Okemos, MI

Pricing Updated: 06/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Okemos, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Okemos Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Meridian Township Okemos$1,891$499175

Cheapest Available Okemos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Okemos, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at College Park Apartments in the Michigan State University neighborhood priced from $700. Abbot Manor (910 Apartments, LLC) in the Square One neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Okemos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
College Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Abbot Manor (910 Apartments, LLC)Abbot Manor Apartments |Two Bedroom | Rent by t...2BR,1BA$725
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ ApartmentsThe Berkshire2BR,1BA$847
Lakeview ApartmentsThe St Moritz2BR,1BA$900
Parkside ApartmentsParkside Apartments - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Forest View ApartmentsForest View Apartments - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Meridian ApartmentsLive Minutes from Lake Lansing – 1 Bedroom Apar...1BR,1BA$900
Prime Housing GroupCedarview East Apartments - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
Castle PointeBailey1BR,1BA$963

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Okemos, MI

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Okemos area is the $0.62 price per square foot 4 Bed/4.5 Bath Townhome Model at Hannah Townhomes & Lofts in the in the Michigan State University neighborhood starting from $1,045. The second greatest value Okemos apartment is the Townhome Model at 1741 Chief Okemos starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Okemos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hannah Townhomes & Lofts4 Bed/4.5 Bath Townhome4BR,4BA$0.62
1741 Chief OkemosTownhome3BR,1.5BA$1.12
Arrowtree Apartments2 APT2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Woodward Way2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Hub East Lansing2x2 Flex2BR,2BA$1.04
Prime Housing GroupCedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.27
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ ApartmentsThe Berkshire2BR,1BA$0.99
Glenwood Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.82
Cedar Village Apartments2 bed, 1 bath for 3 people (rate per person)2BR,1BA$0.93
College Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Okemos Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Okemos?

The cheapest apartment in Okemos is College Park Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Okemos costs $1,891.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Okemos?

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 62 regular apartments in Okemos 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 Okemos?

Cheap apartments in Okemos have an average cost of $683 which is $1,208 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Okemos.

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