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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

540 West Willow Street, Lansing, Michigan 48906, United States|Knollwood Willow
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Management

Ginosko Development Company

Leasing office

(517) 366-5493

Open 

Friday 8:00 am–12:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Willow Vista 9 is a highly-rated property with a Zumper expert rating of 7.7, indicating its overall appeal for renters. With strong ratings in price, amenities, and location, it offers excellent value and an impressive array of features, including a variety of floor plans and proximity to essential amenities. Additionally, the vibrant community nearby supports a lively social life, complemented by its transparency and trustworthiness in management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
Willow Vista 9 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2A2 bed1 bath800 sqft$939 /mo1 unit availableTwo Bed, One Bath

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Amenities for Willow Vista 9

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

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Building details

Property details

Units19
Lease terms12 months
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About Willow Vista 9

HomeApartments in Lansing Willow Vista 9

Willow Vista is an apartment community in the heart of Lansing. We are conveniently located near great shopping, cinema, restaurants, and more services. We offer a variety of floor plans for those that qualify. Current rates are based on income. Please call


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
Willow Vista 9 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Willow Vista 9
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Willow Vista 9 is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Knollwood Willow. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Willow Vista 9 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Willow Vista 9 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Willow Vista 9 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Willow Vista 9 provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 6 highest rated

Improvements to the apartments are taking place, along with a property rehab. Some units completely rehabbed, some partially, new parking lot, new appliances (2020/2021) in all units with rehab. Working on creating a higher standard of living and maintainability for residents and future residents.

mara heiney

mara heiney

Aug 12, 2021

I have lived here for 7 years and it is a good place and nobody bothers you and you live quietly but they have to take more care of the apartments. Thanks a lot.

Amarilis Torres

Amarilis Torres

Dec 23, 2020

We’re sharing just 6 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Willow Vista 9 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 51 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 123 mixed-use spaces nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Willow Vista 9 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Knollwood Willow

2-bedroom apartments at Willow Vista 9 cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Knollwood Willow.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Knollwood Willow
Lansing
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lansing
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$995
January 2024$994
February 2024$997
March 2024$999
April 2024$964
May 2024$948
June 2024$938
July 2024$965
August 2024$995
September 2024$1,157
October 2024$1,099
November 2024$1,109
December 2024$1,136
January 2025$1,095
February 2025$1,071
March 2025$1,033
April 2025$1,047
May 2025$1,034
June 2025$1,020
July 2025$1,013
August 2025$1,025
September 2025$1,045
October 2025$1,098
November 2025$1,100
December 2025$1,100
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Knollwood Willow
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$910
May 2025$910
June 2025$910
July 2025$910
August 2025$939

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$37,560/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,560 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $939.
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Schools near Willow Vista 9

Willow School

1012 w willow st

lansing, MI, 48915

PK, K-5Public
C-

Beekman Center

2901 wabash rd

lansing, MI, 48910

PK, K-12Public

Ingham County Youth Center

700 e jolly rd

lansing, MI, 48910

3-12Public
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Getting around Lansing near 540 West Willow Street

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 540 West Willow Street, Lansing

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 540 West Willow Street

Handy's Food Market
424 W Willow St
Save on Market
736 W Willow St
Quality Dairy Company
700 N Pine St
Quality Dairy Company
500 E Saginaw St
Quality Dairy Company
2100 N Larch St

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