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Rental Market Trends in Lansing, MI

What is the average rent in Lansing, MI?

$1,028/month

Average Rent

659 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+1%

Increase in the Last Year

Lansing, MI Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Lansing, MI is $1,028 per month. This is 38% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making renting in Lansing more affordable than most cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Lansing average $916 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Lansing average $1,028 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Lansing average $1,249 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Lansing average $1,566 or more per month.

Data Updated: July 1, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$916/month
478 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,028/month
659 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,249/month
936 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,566/month
1,224 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,217/month
870 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,529/month
1,018 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,031/month
1,391 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$904/month
557 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Lansing, MI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $11 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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2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Lansing, MI
Last Updated July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Lansing, MI
Percentage*
Rent Range
13% Below $700/month
43% $700 - $1,000/month
32% $1,001 - $1,500/month
11% $1,501 - $2,000/month
2% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lansing?

Based on current rent prices, Southeast Lansing, Forest View and River Point are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lansing.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Southeast Lansing
$1,120/month
702 Sq Ft
Forest View
$1,190/month
722 Sq Ft
River Point
$1,272/month
625 Sq Ft
Westside
$1,283/month
648 Sq Ft
Reo Town
$1,299/month
650 Sq Ft
Downtown Lansing
$1,325/month
656 Sq Ft
Old Town Lansing
$1,334/month
643 Sq Ft
Delta Township
$1,361/month
730 Sq Ft
The Stadium District
$1,437/month
650 Sq Ft
Eastfield
$1,502/month
681 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lansing?

Based on current rent prices, Northtown, Eastfield and The Stadium District are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lansing.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Northtown
$1,604/month
737 Sq Ft
Eastfield
$1,502/month
681 Sq Ft
The Stadium District
$1,437/month
650 Sq Ft
Delta Township
$1,361/month
730 Sq Ft
Old Town Lansing
$1,334/month
643 Sq Ft
Downtown Lansing
$1,325/month
656 Sq Ft
Reo Town
$1,299/month
650 Sq Ft
Westside
$1,283/month
648 Sq Ft
River Point
$1,272/month
625 Sq Ft
Forest View
$1,190/month
722 Sq Ft

Which Lansing neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Lansing with the most apartments available are Southeast Lansing, Downtown Lansing and Delta Township .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Southeast Lansing
$1,120/month
702 Sq Ft
Downtown Lansing
$1,325/month
656 Sq Ft
Delta Township
$1,361/month
730 Sq Ft
Forest View
$1,190/month
722 Sq Ft
The Stadium District
$1,437/month
650 Sq Ft
Westside
$1,283/month
648 Sq Ft
River Point
$1,272/month
625 Sq Ft
Reo Town
$1,299/month
650 Sq Ft
Eastfield
$1,502/month
681 Sq Ft
Old Town Lansing
$1,334/month
643 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Lansing, MI?

Because the average rent in Lansing is $1,028, you’ll want to make about $3,426 per month or $41,112 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Lansing, MI is 8.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Lansing is 17.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $916 - $1,566. You can expect to pay 10.1% less for groceries, 3.9% more for utilities, and 10.9% more for transportation.

City

Lansing, MI

1,730 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Lansing, MI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare 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.

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Apartment Averages

Southeast Lansing

Lansing, MI

Northtown

Lansing, MI

Studio
$740/month
-
One Bedroom
$872/month
$1,514/month
Two Bedroom
$1,124/month
$1,528/month
Three Bedroom
$1,598/month
$2,008/month
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Apartment Communities in Lansing We Think You'll Love

Evergreen Park

Evergreen Park

900 Long Blvd,
Lansing, MI 48911

1-3 Beds | $895 - $1,475

Elevation Apartments

Elevation Apartments

3595 Jolly Oak Rd,
Okemos, MI 48864

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,440 - $2,855

Hannah Townhomes & Lofts

Hannah Townhomes & Lofts

2929 Hannah Blvd,
East Lansing, MI 48823

Studio - 4 Beds | $1,030 - $1,849

The View on Collins Apartments

The View on Collins Apartments

4540 Collins Rd,
Lansing, MI 48910

1-3 Beds | $1,641 - $2,736

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Lansing?

The average rent in Lansing is $1,028 per month, which is 38.1% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Lansing?

The average rent for a house in Lansing, MI is $1,529 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Lansing?

The average rent for a condo in Lansing, MI is $904 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Lansing?

Rents in Lansing, MI are increasing, with prices up 1.0% year-over-year and $11 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Lansing?

In Lansing, MI, 43% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Michigan Lansing Rental Trends

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.

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