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The cost of independent living in Lansing is about $3,197 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 71 options. Read 926 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located near churches, shopping and medical facilities, our rental apartments are spacious and well designed. Delhi Stratford Place offers a wide range of rental rates with exceptional facilities, amenities and features.This elegant community contains BRAND NEW spacious one and two bedroom...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I'm very pleased with Abbott Parkside, it's turned out to be a very nice place! It's nice and quiet, clean, and the people all seem very friendly. They also seem to have a good variety of activities. Really...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Abbott Parkside are senior apartments located in central Michigan in the residential district of East Lansing in Ingham County. Acres of lush trees and walking paths fill the adjacent Abbott Road Park, offering a beautiful location for year round outdoor activities. Also within easy walking...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I have no complaints about the staff at this community and everything that they have done for my loved one since she has moved in. I am very comfortable with there care and would recommend it to anyone. She...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Covington Woods Senior Apartments represents the finest independent senior housing in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan. If you crave a sense of entertaining community activity, Lansing will not let you down. For music lovers, there is the Lansing Symphony Orchestra, the Lansing Jazz Fest, or the...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Craft Care Home has been caring for the elderly population for forty years. We are proud of our three generation family tradition of excellence.We are conveniently located on Cedar St. in Holt. We are newly remodeled and even more accommodating than ever before. Our bedrooms are open and spacious...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Oasis of HoltOpening early Fall 2025! The Oasis of Holt allows you to live the life you want with the assistance you need. You've worked hard your whole life taking care of others and now it's time to let us help take care of you with the comfort and support you've earned. Every resident has...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Vista Springs Timber Ridge Village!Discover a senior living community where relationships are central, and team members work to anticipate your loved one's needs. When your loved one joins Vista Springs Timber Ridge Village, you’ll find individual neighborhoods with a smaller group of...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Benson Hills Apartments is an affordable senior housing apartment complex located in a cozy and peaceful neighborhood in Haslett, Ingham County, MI. Benson Hills Apartments is conveniently located near shopping centers, hospital and medical facilities, restaurants, parks, coffee shops, and more....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Bella Woods took care of my father for the last 2 years of his life. They treated him like a family member. When he originally arrived at the home the doctors told us he had 6 months to a year to live. I...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Lansing, MI

The average cost of senior living in Lansing is $3,197 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leslie, MI with an average of $2,919 per month.

Independent living costs in Lansing, MI, vs. nearby cities

Lansing, MI
$3,197/mo
$3,187/mo

Independent living costs in Lansing, MI, vs. state and national averages

Lansing, MI
$3,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Lansing, MI, vs. other senior living options

$4,658/mo
Independent Living
$3,197/mo

Independent living costs in Lansing, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,592/mo
Studio
$4,723/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,875/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,148/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,250/mo

Senior living costs in Lansing vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lansing, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLansing, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$3,197/mo$3,750/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,360/mo$4,251/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,658/mo$4,622/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Lansing, MI:$3,197/mo
Michigan:$3,750/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Lansing, MI:$4,360/mo
Michigan:$4,251/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Lansing, MI:$4,658/mo
Michigan:$4,622/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Lansing, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lansing and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Lansing, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lansing have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lansing, MI$2,658/mo$2,453/mo+8.3%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lansing, MI
2024 average cost:$2,658/mo
2023 average cost:$2,453/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Lansing

Recent reviews for independent living in Lansing

Burcham Hills in East Lansing, MI

4.3
Like a lot of facilities, Burcham Hills had some trouble with their staffing levels. However one of the best things about this community was our loved ones room - it was wonderful with really big windows that brought in a lot of natural light. It was very enjoyable to be in as well as visit.

Bickford of Okemos

4.5
Very friendly staff who cares about relative as if they are their own. I don't know about food other than Dad complained about it. I think add seasoning. I would recommend them to others looking.

Bickford of West Lansing

5.0
We chose Bickford of West Lansing because we thought it was a very nice facility when we went to visit. My moms room is a little on the smaller side. She loves the food, they are chef prepared meals and what I have been told is that they use all fresh produce which is much healthier. The staff ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendliness and kindness of the staff at Independence Village of East Lansing and Grandhaven Living Center, making residents feel at home and cared for.
Activities for socializing and engagement. Residents of Independence Village of East Lansing and Grandhaven Manor II enjoy the variety of activities offered, including outings and holiday celebrations, promoting socialization and engagement among residents.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews for StoryPoint East Lansing and Grandhaven Living Center highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents appreciating the attention to detail in maintaining both communal and private living spaces.
Supportive and accommodating caregivers. Caregivers at Grandhaven Living Center and Grandhaven Manor receive praise for their helpfulness and dedication to residents' needs, ensuring peace of mind for families.
Accessible and convenient location. Residents of Grandhaven Living Center and Independence Village of East Lansing appreciate the ease of access to amenities and services, whether it's the on-site dining options or the nearby attractions and conveniences.
Friendly and engaged community atmosphere. Residents of Independence Village of East Lansing and Grandhaven Manor II comment on the camaraderie and inclusivity within their communities, creating a positive living experience for all
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Lansing independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lansing independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lansing, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lansing independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lansing partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lansing, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lansing independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lansing communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lansing, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lansing independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Lansing offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lansing, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
32.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.3%
46.4%
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