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Timber Lake Apartments
$1,045
1501 North Shore Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 418-7685
Rent Savings
9 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Carport, Stainless steel + more
Serene Lakeside
Spacious apartments with scenic lake views.
Timber Lake Apartments in East Lansing offer spacious living with scenic lake views. Residents enjoy modern amenities like hardwood floors and in-unit laundry. With both dogs and cats allowed, pet owners will feel at home. The property's convenient location means coffee shops, restaurants, and grocery stores are just a short walk away.
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Hull Flats
$1,050
1424 Haslett Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 686-6431
7 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Gym, Pool + more
Prime Location
Conveniently close to Michigan State University.
Hull Flats offers a fantastic location for those connected to Michigan State University. With a wealth of amenities, including a pool and gym, as well as a pet-friendly policy welcoming both cats and dogs, the community is ideal for animal lovers and students alike. Experience a vibrant neighborhood where schools, parks, and restaurants are all within walking distance.
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Stonehedge
$975
1501 North Shore Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 743-9121
Rent Savings
9 units available
Studio • 2 bed • 3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Carport, Gym + more
Pet Paradise
Comfort and Convenience in East Lansing
Stonehedge offers a delightful pet-friendly community, complete with dedicated amenities for your furry companions. Located in serene East Lansing, residents enjoy private entrances and scenic lake views from their patios or balconies. The community gym and in-unit laundry enhance everyday convenience, while the central location provides quick access to lively downtown Lansing.
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211 M. A. C. Avenue - B
$800
211 M. A. C. Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823
(989) 414-0609
1 unit available
1 bed
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Parking, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator
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211 M. A. C. Avenue - B 1 Bed
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 450 sqft
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Stonehedge 1805F
Studio • 1 Bath • 398 sqft
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Timber Lake Apartments 2294A
Studio • 1 Bath • 421 sqft
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Hull Flats 118Hf
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 650 sqft
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2196 Regency Drive - 2196 2 Bed
2 Beds • 1.5 Baths • 1050 sqft
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1856 Coolidge Road
$1,950
1856 Coolidge Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 574-9902
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Microwave + more
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1921 Abbot Rd
$2,200
1921 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 862-5878
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Parking, Air conditioning, Microwave, Internet access, and Furnished
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118 Whitehills Drive - 3
$1,699
118 Whitehills Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
(989) 414-0609
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more
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923 Burcham Drive - 923
$2,250
923 Burcham Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
(989) 414-0609
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan + more
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503 Cornell Avenue
$2,100
503 Cornell Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823
(989) 414-0609
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Parking, Recently renovated, Air conditioning + more
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1420 Snyder Road
$1,750
1420 Snyder Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
(989) 414-0609
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
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268 W Saginaw Street unit: 202 202
3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1377 sqft
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923 Burcham Drive - 923 3 Bed
3 Beds • 1.5 Baths • 1000 sqft
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1921 Abbot Rd Na
4 Beds • 1 Bath • 1350 sqft
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503 Cornell Avenue 2 Bed
2 Beds • 1 Bath • 715 sqft
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1856 Coolidge Road 3 Bed
3 Beds • 1.5 Baths • 1248 sqft
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2196 Regency Drive - 2196
$1,300
2196 Regency Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
(989) 414-0609
1 unit available
2 bed
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W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Carport, Recently renovated + more
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268 W Saginaw Street unit: 202
$2,600
268 West Saginaw Street, East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 410-8307
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Walk in closets, Pool + more
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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in East Lansing is $1,093+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,224+. Rent rates updated 3 days ago

Studio: $1,043+Trending down
1 Bed: $1,093+Trending down
2 Beds: $1,224+Trending down
3+ Beds: $1,858+Trending down

* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Find an apartment for rent in East Lansing, MI

Searching for an apartment for rent in East Lansing, MI? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 12 available rental units listed on Apartment List in East Lansing. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in East Lansing is $1,043 for a studio, $1,093 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,224 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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In East Lansing, the average rent is $1,043+ for a studio, $1,093+ for a 1-bedroom, $1,224+ for a 2-bedroom, and $1,858+ for a 3-bedroom.*

*Based on base prices that don’t include fees

You can find the lowest-priced apartments in East Lansing by using the cheap apartments filter.

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find East Lansing apartments that allow pets.

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in East Lansing.

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around East Lansing. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Lansing Community College, Western Michigan University-Thomas M. Cooley Law School, and Michigan State University.

Anyone can live in Lansing, Michigan, but East Lansing is only for the best of the best. Well, that's what at least 40,000 residents are sure to tell you.

East Lansing is everything you'd expect from a clean college town. Home to Michigan State University, this town literally grew up around the university, which was founded in 1855. The thriving community at East Lansing is located due east of the capital of Michigan. The tree-lined avenues, brightly lit buildings and beautiful landscaping make East Lansing one of the most idyllic and peaceful places to live in Michigan.

Relocating to East Lansing

Happy Wallets Compared to other cities in the nation, East Lansing is extremely wallet-friendly. The cost of living is only 1% greater than the Michigan average and is actually 4.2% less than the national average. Due to the fact that its greatest claim to fame is housing one of the largest learning institutions in the country, apartments, studios and houses are available for leasing at extremely affordable prices. Utilities are often included in the rent, particularly in the outlying areas that are away from the university campus. Be prepared to pay an application fee, and have first month's rent available upfront. Property rentals in East Lansing are also available, so if you aren't ready to buy but would prefer a single family home, East Lansing is the place for you.

The City Welcomes You The city of East Lansing welcomes newcomers with open arms. In fact, the city's main site has an entire section devoted to students, young professionals and families interested in relocating to this city. You can get a relocation packet from the site, or even call and speak to a representative or peruse the online brochure about the city--they must either love their city, or have nothing better to do on a Friday night.

Living in East Lansing

Night Life Welcome to college town! Put down that red cup, though. This is a classy college town, with no shortage of fun things to do in East Lansing. Many of the businesses downtown are specifically devoted to providing entertainment for students and professors looking to relax. Explore the local cinemas, nigh clubs and novelty shops all over the downtown area. You can enjoy all the amenities of a big city without the usual concerns about crime, travel time or traffic.

Keeping it in the Family Your family will love living in East Lansing. The East Lansing Department of Planning and Community Development offers several housing programs to help you find the right home for your family at a fabulous price. The goal of this organization is to maintain East Lansing as a clean, safe community that's ideal for raising families. With more than 20 parks, an award-winning school district and excellent childcare options, you and your family will be right at home in this city. The many community centers offer you and your family the opportunity to participate in sports, take classes, swim and take part in community events.

Heading Outdoors Get out there and stretch your legs! Don't you realize how long you've been online? Take a hike along the 4.5 miles of the Northern Tier Trail. This trail connects 10 of the area's recreational facilities and beautiful parks. There are a total of 24 neighborhood parks maintained by the city for public enjoyment. Tell Fido not to worry, though, as all are pet-friendly and perfect for an outing with a loved one, your family or a group of friends. Many of the parks have picnic facilities and playgrounds, making them perfect for hosting parties or just enjoying nature.

Festivals You can't have a college town without lots of festivals and community events. You like community events, right? East Lansing hosts over 50 festivals annually. Some of these include the Summer Concert Series, the Crystal Awards, the East Lansing Art Festival, Mid-Winter Singing Festival and the Moonlight Film Festival, to name a few. All work and no play makes everybody miserable, but in East Lansing, you never have to look far for entertainment.

Education East Lansing Public Schools (ELPS) serve approximately 3,400 students. The population is booming, and includes students that speak more than 44 languages and come from countries all over the world. Better brush up on your high school Spanish! There are eight schools in the ELPS district. All of them are nationally recognized as excellent schools, but the crowning achievement for these schools goes to East Lansing High School (ELHS). ELHS was awarded a Silver Medal by the U.S. News and World Report for its outstanding academic achievements. This places ELHS among the top 3% of high schools in the nation.

The bottom line is that there are not enough positive things to be said about East Lansing. Rental apartments in this city are affordable, the community is vibrant, the area is clean and safe and there is always something to do. East Lansing is a wholesome, richly cultured community that welcomes you with open arms.

Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI

Timber Lake Apartments

Hull Flats

Stonehedge

211 M. A. C. Avenue - B

1856 Coolidge Road

1921 Abbot Rd

118 Whitehills Drive - 3

923 Burcham Drive - 923

503 Cornell Avenue

1420 Snyder Road

2196 Regency Drive - 2196

268 W Saginaw Street unit: 202

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Apartments for Rent in East Lansing, MI

Timber Lake Apartments

Hull Flats

Stonehedge

211 M. A. C. Avenue - B

1856 Coolidge Road

1921 Abbot Rd

118 Whitehills Drive - 3

923 Burcham Drive - 923

503 Cornell Avenue

1420 Snyder Road

2196 Regency Drive - 2196

268 W Saginaw Street unit: 202

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