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Apartments for Rent in Okemos, MI
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    1804 Hamilton Road, Okemos, MI 48864
    1 BED $1,110+
    2 BEDS $956+
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    2300 Knob Hill Drive, Okemos, MI 48864
    1 BED $1,174+
    2 BEDS $1,115+
    3 BEDS $1,399+
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    1846 Hamilton Road, Okemos, MI 48864
    1 BED $1,035+
    2 BEDS $1,215
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    4480 South Hagadorn, Okemos, MI 48864
    3 BEDS $564+
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    2950 Whitehall Dr., Okemos, MI 48864
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    4965 Campus Hill Drive, Okemos, MI 48864
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    4800 Country Way East, Okemos, MI 48864
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    1727 Montgomery Ct., Haslett, MI 48840
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    2771 Northwind Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $458+
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    1765 Nemoke Trail, Haslett, MI 48840
    1 BED $1,001+
    2 BEDS $1,095+
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    2950 E Mt Hope Rd., Okemos, MI 48864
    2 BEDS $795+
    3 BEDS $708+
    4 BEDS $707+
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    4632 S. Hagadorn Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $343+
    3 BEDS $718+
    4 BEDS $713+
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    5030 NORTHWIND DRIVE, STE. 120, EAST LANSING, MI 48823
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    2720 Sirhal Dr, East Lansing, MI 48823
    1 BED $630
    2 BEDS $391+
    3 BEDS $402+
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    1700 East Grand River, East Lansing, MI 48823
    1 BED $1,415
    2 BEDS $458+
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    5731 Ridgeway Dr., Haslett, MI 48840
    1 BED $904+
    2 BEDS $1,045+
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    1654 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI 48823
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    1342 Old Canton Lane, East Lansing, MI 48823
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    5520 Timberlane, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $1,150+
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    139 Woodmere Ave., East Lansing, MI 48823
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    1128 Victor Street, East Lansing, MI 48823
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    251 River St., East Lansing, MI 48823
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    1050 Waters Edge Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
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    215/217 Spartan Street, East Lansing, MI 48823
    3 BEDS $650+
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    233 River Street, East Lansing, MI 48823
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Average rent in Okemos, MI

$1,304/mo Okemos, MI average rental price, July 2023
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Okemos, MI is $1,304.

Okemos, MI apartment rent ranges

About 8% of apartment rents in Okemos, MI range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 3% of apartments. Around 83% of Okemos’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 6% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

Okemos, MI rent trends

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,726, the average rent in Okemos, MI is $1,304.

Getting around in Okemos, MI

9 /100
Car-Dependent
28 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 9, Bike Score®: 28

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Okemos, MI last updated?

Prices and availability in Okemos, MI were last updated on 27 Nov 2023.

What are the best apartments in Okemos, MI?

The best apartments in Okemos, MI are: Okemos Village Apartments, Knob Hill Apartments, Hamilton Trace, The Hamptons and Berrytree Apartments.

What is the average rent in Okemos, MI?

The average rent in Okemos, MI is $1,304. Start your search for apartments in Okemos, MI now.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Okemos, MI?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Okemos, MI is between $1,035 and $1,961. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Okemos, MI now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Okemos, MI?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Okemos, MI is between $1,110 and $2,157. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Okemos, MI.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Okemos, MI?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Okemos, MI is between $564 and $2,153. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Okemos, MI.

What type of rental buildings are in Okemos, MI?

In Okemos, 43% of the residents are renting compared to 57% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of Okemos’s rentals, 75% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 8% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Okemos, MI?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Okemos are about 43 years old, on average. Of these, none have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Okemos, MI?

Studio apartments in Okemos are around 0.4% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 31% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 57% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Okemos, MI

Okemos is a small city and a census-designated place in Ingham County, MI. The city was named after Chief Okemos, a Michigan Ojibwe chief. Initially a farming community, it’s now part a Lansing suburb, and most of its renters are employees and students of Michigan State University. Plus, the short commute to Lansing and Michigan State University appeals to local renters and young professionals. The city is also home to different outdoor areas and green spaces. These include the Meridian Historical Village, Harris Nature Center, Wonch Park, Nancy Moore Park and North Meridian Road Park. In Okemos, renters experience warm summers, while the winters are snowy, freezing and windy. It’s partly cloudy year-round with an average of 32 inches of rain per year. The city also has 174 sunny days and 44 inches of snow per year, and renters should be prepared for flooding and storms.

Renting in Okemos, MI

Okemos has a dense, suburban feel in the neighborhoods, with different coffee shops, restaurants and parks in the rental areas. There are six constituent neighborhoods to choose from, and the rental prices are in line with the average in Michigan. Renters looking for the most affordable properties can consider staying in the northwestern regions of the city, while the most desirable spaces are in the southern parts of Okemos. Most of the houses in the city are rental apartments and single-family homes, and renters usually look for homes that are pet-friendly with swimming pools. Notably, landlords in Okemos cannot raise the rent higher than 5%, and landlords must properly manage renters’ security deposits. Landlords also have the right to collect rent on time, and it’s illegal for landlords to evict renters without a court order.

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Shopping in Okemos, MI

Okemos is popularly known for its Meridian Mall on Grand River Avenue, a massive shopping mall that features a wide range of department and grocery stores. There are also different shopping opportunities in Okemo aside from the malls. Specifically, renters in the city shop for their groceries at Kroger, Meijer, Aldi, Tom’s Food Center, Whole Foods Market and Target Grocery. Okemos is also home to department stores like Macy’s, Marshalls, Kohl’s, Target and JCPenney. Meanwhile, Okemos’ downtown area is sometimes called the village area and is home to different stores, restaurants and entertainment options.

Transportation in Okemos, MI

Renters in Okemos can easily run errands on foot as the city is highly walkable and bikeable. In fact, there are different walking and biking trails around the city, as well as green spaces that you can explore. Alternatively, CATA provides transportation services to Okemos, Michigan State University, East Lansing and Haslett. Renters can easily commute to neighboring cities through the bus lines provided by CATA. Other modes of transportation for renters include taxis, shuttle buses and rideshare services. Finally, the nearest airport to Okemos is Lansing Airport, which is about nine miles away, while Capital Region International Airport is the closest major airport to the city (about 20 miles away).

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