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917 Seymour Ave

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MadGrey Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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3013 Belmar CirLansing, MI 48912
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehedge

2224 Stonehedge DrEast Lansing, MI 48823

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St. Johns, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available St. Johns Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Johns, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Bardaville Apartments in the Knollwood-Willow neighborhood priced from $675. Carriage House Apartments in the Knollwood-Willow neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Johns apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bardaville ApartmentsSmall Unit1BR,1BA$675
Carriage House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
TLA-Timber LakeCanopyStudio,1BA$780
Countryside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Sturgis Crossings9042BR,1BA$850
Amber Square Apartments and Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$899
Autumn Ridge Apartments1220-23 1 Bed 1 Bath 3rd floor1BR,1BA$925
Blue Spruce Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$957
Woodbrook Village Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$970
Clearview ApartmentsModel1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Johns, MI and Nearby

As of October 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Johns area is the $0.42 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Block 36 in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $549. The second greatest value St. Johns apartment is the 2 Bd. Townhouse Model at Woodmar Apartments starting at $1,245 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the North Lansing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Johns apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Block 364x44BR,4BA$0.42
Woodmar Apartments2 Bd. Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.31
Brentwood ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.26
The Club at Chandler Crossings2 BED 2 BATH - EMERALD2BR,2BA$0.95
Hawk's Ridge Senior/Family ApartmentsSenior unit2BR,1BA$1.11
The Landings at Chandler Crossings2 BED 2 BATH - EMERALD2BR,2BA$0.90
Woodbrook Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath with or without Den1BR,1BA$1.20
Clearview ApartmentsModel1BR,1BA$1.30
Autumn Ridge Apartments1220-16 1 Bed 1 Bath 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1.27
Carriage House ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.97

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Getting Around St. Johns, MI

Walk Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Johns Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. Johns?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. Johns is at TLA-Timber Lake listed at $790.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Johns Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Johns Apartment is $675 at Bardaville Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Johns Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Johns is starting from $850 at Sturgis Crossings.

What is the most affordable St. Johns Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap St. Johns Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brentwood Apartments and starts from $1,200.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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