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East Lansing, MI Apartments for Rent
East Lansing is home to Michigan State University, one of the largest public universities in the United States, and the W.J. Beal Botanical Garden, established in 1873 as the nation's first continuously operated university botanical garden. Those looking for apartments for rent in East Lansing will find a range of options near campus along Grand River Avenue and in residential areas like the Chesterfield Hills district and Bailey neighborhood, where mature tree canopies and distinctive architecture create an appealing setting. The city's downtown district offers independent shops and eateries within walking distance of many apartment communities.
Renting in East Lansing provides convenient access to cultural attractions including the Wharton Center for Performing Arts, which presents Broadway productions throughout the season, and the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum. The city features more than 20 parks and the 4.5-mile Northern Tier Trail system for outdoor recreation. Residents benefit from the CATA bus system, which connects neighborhoods throughout the area, and easy access to highways 127, I-496, I-69, and I-96 for commuters. Grand River Avenue serves as the central corridor for dining and entertainment, while nearby Lansing, Michigan's capital city, lies just minutes to the west.
Renting in East Lansing
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 412 Sq Ft $907 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 668 Sq Ft $1,061 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 987 Sq Ft $1,421 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,159 Sq Ft $2,133 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,200 Sq Ft $1,453 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in East Lansing
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Carriage Hill Estates 633 Sq Ft $1,111/mo
- Abbotside 746 Sq Ft $1,119/mo
- Edgewood Village 634 Sq Ft $1,128/mo
- Hawk Nest Condominiums 653 Sq Ft $1,138/mo
- Tamarisk 664 Sq Ft $1,150/mo
- Whitehills 689 Sq Ft $1,167/mo
- Capstone Commons 704 Sq Ft $1,212/mo
- Timberlake & Stonehedge 679 Sq Ft $1,215/mo
- Grand River 667 Sq Ft $1,266/mo
- River Terrace 737 Sq Ft $1,283/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in East Lansing, MI
What are the average rent costs in East Lansing, MI?
The average rent in East Lansing, MI is $1,061.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in East Lansing, MI?
The average rent for a studio apartment in East Lansing, MI is $907.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in East Lansing, MI?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in East Lansing, MI is $1,061.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in East Lansing, MI?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in East Lansing, MI is $1,421.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in East Lansing, MI?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in East Lansing, MI is $2,133.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in East Lansing, MI?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in East Lansing, MI is $1,453.
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