Downtown by Cooley is nice as well. Okemos, Haslett, East Lansing, and Holt are nice areas but the cost of apartments is higher. You can also call one of the large management companies and ask for their advice. Ride the bus. The system does serve a fairly wide are, including Lansing, East Lansing, Holt, Mason, Webberville, and Williamston.
Parking is somewhat expensive, but compared to a big city, it's actually very cheap.
Some garages also offer monthly rates, instead of daily. A. Many apartment complexes offer a six month lease. However an additional monthly fee may be charged. A. Most apartment offices welcome walk-ins during the weekdays. However, weekend visits usually require appointments.