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Apartments for Rent in Michigan under $500

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  • a living room with a leather couch and a tv
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    15345 Venlo Drive, Big Rapids, MI 49307
    4 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A living room with a couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    295 Arbor Glen Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $467+
  • A living room with a white couch and a black chair.
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    208 W. Saginaw St., East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $460+
  • the living room of an apartment with a couch and a coffee table
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    1130 Beech Street, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $400+
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table and a television
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    4965 Campus Hill Drive, Okemos, MI 48864
    2 BEDS $384+
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  • A kitchen with a black stove top oven and wooden cabinets.
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    2771 Northwind Drive, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $397+
  • A living room with a grey couch, a brown chair, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    1732 Cambria Dr., East Lansing, MI 48823
    1 BED $487+
    2 BEDS $485+
  • A living room with a brown couch and a striped rug.
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    4632 S. Hagadorn Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $400+
  • a living room and kitchen with a couch and a table
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    1242 Haslett Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $321+
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a rug
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    6120-6263 Gossard Ave., East Lansing, MI 48823
    1 BED $468+
  • a living room with two couches and a door to a closet
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    1547 North Hagadorn Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $428+
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  • a kitchen with dark wood cabinets and black appliances
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    1850 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $324+
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
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    414 Michigan Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $472+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3201 Michigamme Woods Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
    3 BEDS $466+
    5 BEDS $445+
    6 BEDS $430+
  • a large living room with a couch and a kitchen
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    306 Brush Street Apt #, Portland, MI 48875
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
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    3814 Pine Terrace Blvd, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
    3 BEDS $435+
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a kitchen
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    215 Osborn Blvd, Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783
    2 BEDS $444+
  • A living room with a white couch and a television on the wall.
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    4 days ago

    1324 Lafayette Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49006
    6 BEDS $409
  • no trespassing no loading no semi trucks no overnight parking sign
    Today

    14332 Wexford, Shelby Township, MI 48315
    STUDIO $150+
  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
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    1700 East Grand River, East Lansing, MI 48823
    2 BEDS $375+
  • an empty living room with a white wall and carpet
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    2280 Vernor, Detroit, MI 48207
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $426+
  • A black couch with white pillows sits in a living room with a coffee table in front of it.
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    124 Alfred St, Detroit, MI 48201
    1 BED $490
  • a sign for woodland with pine trees
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    1600 South 30Th Street, Escanaba, MI 49829
    STUDIO $212
  • a white building with a sign on the side of a road
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    1401 N 23Rd Street, Escanaba, MI 49829
    STUDIO $202
    1 BED $202
  • A logo with the name Kirkeridge Park Cooperative.
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    8107 Kirkridge St., Belleville, MI 48111
    1 BED $453
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Michigan last updated?

Prices and availability in Michigan were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Michigan?

The best apartments in Michigan are: Drawbridge Apartments East, Eastwood Village Apartments, Franklin River Apartments, Knottingham Apartments and Park Lane Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Michigan?

In Michigan, 27% of the residents are renting compared to 73% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 12% of Michigan’s rentals, 54% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 30% are single-family rentals.

Your search for apartments in Michigan under $500 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in Michigan for less than $500 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 222 available units in Michigan, renting for under $500. On average, $467 can get you 962 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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