Cheap Apartments for Rent in Okemos, MI from $425 (77 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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408 Ann St
$1,075

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Base Rent$1,075
Total Monthly Price$1,075
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

408 Ann St

408 Ann StEast Lansing, MI 48823
Affordability

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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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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College Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

College Park Apartments

2722 E Grand River AveEast 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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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135 Kedzie St
1 Bedroom Apartments

135 Kedzie St

135 Kedzie StEast Lansing, MI 48823
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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 220 W Lapeer St
$850 - $1,100
1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
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220 W Lapeer St

LansingMI48933

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Okemos, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Okemos, MI

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Okemos, MI area range in price from $437 to $4,509 with an overall median price of $1,322. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Okemos Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Meridian Township Okemos$1,322$437193

Cheapest Available Okemos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Okemos, MI is a 3 Beds unit found at Woodward Way in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood priced from $437. 745 Burcham Dr in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Okemos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodward Way3x23BR,2BA$437
745 Burcham Dr2BR/1BA - 745 Burcham Drive2BR,1BA$775
Victory East Lansing2BR/1BA - 731 Burcham Drive2BR,1BA$775
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ ApartmentsThe Berkshire2BR,1BA$847
Meridian Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Legacy at Pinelake1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Countryway East Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Forest View ApartmentsForest View Apartments | One Bed | One Bath1BR,1BA$900
Parkside ApartmentsParkside Apartments | One Bed | One Bath1BR,1BA$900
Prime Housing GroupCedarview East Apartments - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Okemos, MI

As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Okemos area is the $1.12 price per square foot Townhome Model at 1741 Chief Okemos in the in the Meridian Township Okemos neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Okemos apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Woodward Way starting at $1,238 with a $1.20 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.
1741 Chief OkemosTownhome3BR,1.5BA$1.12
Woodward Way2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.20
Foundation | The TowerB42BR,2BA$1.10
6150 Birch Row Dr, Unit 26150 Birch Row Dr2BR,1BA$1.30
Raleigh House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.28
Prime Housing GroupCedarview East Apartments- 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.27
Lakeview ApartmentsAlpine Floor Plan2BR,1BA$1.10
Meridian Stratford Place Senior 55+ ApartmentsThe Berkshire2BR,1BA$0.99
Legacy at Pinelake1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
745 Burcham Dr2BR/1BA - 731 Burcham Drive2BR,1BA$1.20

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

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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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 Woodward Way which is listed at $630, while the average apartment in Okemos costs $1,322.

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 107 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 $845 which is $477 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Okemos.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.