The Abbot
233 Abbot Rd,
East Lansing, MI 48823
$2,207 - $4,600
Studio - 3 Beds
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI Area Guide
One of the Midwest’s finest universities on the edge of Michigan’s capital city
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Michigan State University is one of the most historic and legendary colleges in the Midwest, known for its stimulating academic atmosphere and the highly competitive Spartans athletic program. The Wharton Center auditorium serves as a major cultural hub for the university as well as the surrounding community, bringing an eclectic lineup of theater productions and concerts to the stage throughout the year. Drop into the Broad Art Museum, another major cultural asset exhibiting a unique collection of classic and contemporary artwork in a wildly innovative venue. Unwind in the tranquility of nature at Fenner Arboretum or Scott Woods Park, just a short walk or bike ride from anywhere on campus. While there is no shortage of apartments, condos, and rental homes to suit a variety of needs and budgets around Michigan State, the area just north of campus offers the best combination of affordable rates, close proximity to the administration and classroom buildings, and easy access to the dining, entertainment, and nightlife hotspots along Grand River Avenue.
Explore the College
Statue of John A. Hanna, MSU's longest-serving president
The Jack Breslin Center is home to the Spartans basketball teams
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in East Lansing, MI is $906 for a studio, $1,057 for one bedroom, $1,459 for two bedrooms, and $2,110 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in East Lansing has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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412 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$906/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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668 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,057/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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987 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,459/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,159 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,110/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI (University) is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
100
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
60
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
50
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
40
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
30
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
90
/ 100
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Grades PK-5
289 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
299 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
298 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
302 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
266 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
864 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
14 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,255 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Abrams Planetarium
- W.J. Beal Botanical Garden
- Michigan State University Museum
- MSU Horticulture Gardens
- Michigan State Univ. Observatory
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Military Bases
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- Capital Region International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.