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3850 Coleman Rd,
East Lansing, MI 48823
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Rental Market Trends in East Lansing, MI
Updated August 2026
The average rent in East Lansing, MI is $1,082/month.
Rent in East Lansing is 35% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,082/month
Average Rent
672 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.8%
Change / Year
1,017
Available Apartments
East Lansing rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in East Lansing average $948 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in East Lansing average $1,082 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in East Lansing average $1,471 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in East Lansing average $2,109 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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Bedrooms
Average Rent
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How much has average rent changed in East Lansing, MI?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $21 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in East Lansing, MI
August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
6%
Below $700/month
21%
$700 - $1,000/month
53%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
9%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
11%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in East Lansing?
Based on current rent prices, Patriarche Park, Whitehills and Grand River are the most affordable neighborhoods in East Lansing.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in East Lansing?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown East Lansing, Grand River and Whitehills are the most expensive neighborhoods in East Lansing.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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Which East Lansing neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in East Lansing with the most apartments available are Downtown East Lansing, Grand River and Whitehills .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in East Lansing, MI?
Because the average rent in East Lansing is $1,082, you’ll want to make about $3,606 per month or $43,272 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does East Lansing, MI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare East Lansing, MI to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the East Lansing Area GuideStudio
$1,195/month
$1,482/month
One Bedroom
$996/month
$1,199/month
Two Bedroom
$1,267/month
$1,618/month
Three Bedroom
-
$2,651/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Haslett
Avg Rent: $1,142/month
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Lansing
Avg Rent: $1,030/month
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Okemos
Avg Rent: $1,337/month
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Bath
Avg Rent: $1,395/month
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Dewitt
Avg Rent: $1,277/month
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Holt
Avg Rent: $1,153/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in East Lansing?
The average rent in East Lansing is $1,082 per month, which is 35.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in East Lansing?
The average rent for a house in East Lansing, MI is $1,743 per month.
Are rents going up or down in East Lansing?
Rents in East Lansing, MI are increasing, with prices up 1.8% year-over-year and $21 more per month.
What rent range is most common in East Lansing?
In East Lansing, MI, 53% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† 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 June 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.