Victory East Lansing
755 Burcham Dr,
East Lansing, MI 48823
1-2 Beds | $699 - $1,398
Rental Market Trends in East Lansing, MI
What is the average rent in East Lansing, MI?
$1,099/month
Average Rent
668 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+2.6%
Increase in the Last Year
East Lansing, MI Rental Market Overview
The average rent in East Lansing, MI is $1,099 per month. This is 34% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making renting in East Lansing more affordable than most cities in the US.
- Studio apartments in East Lansing average $955 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in East Lansing average $1,099 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in East Lansing average $1,496 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in East Lansing average $2,124 or more per month.
Data Updated: July 1, 2026
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How much has average rent changed in East Lansing, MI?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $29 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated July 2026
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Rent Ranges in East Lansing, MI
Last Updated July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
6%
Below $700/month
23%
$700 - $1,000/month
51%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
9%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
11%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
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.
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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.
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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 .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in East Lansing, MI?
Because the average rent in East Lansing is $1,099, you’ll want to make about $3,663 per month or $43,956 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.
Studio
$1,195/month
$1,496/month
One Bedroom
$999/month
$1,146/month
Two Bedroom
$1,245/month
$1,628/month
Three Bedroom
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$2,645/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in East Lansing?
The average rent in East Lansing is $1,099 per month, which is 33.9% lower than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in East Lansing?
The average rent for a house in East Lansing, MI is $1,939 per month.
Are rents going up or down in East Lansing?
Rents in East Lansing, MI are increasing, with prices up 2.6% year-over-year and $29 more per month.
What rent range is most common in East Lansing?
In East Lansing, MI, 51% 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.