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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • White cabinets
  • Updated kitchens
  • Modern finishes
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Convenient location
  • Updated kitchen

Location

3501 Simken Dr, Lansing, MI 48910, USA
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Management

Sustain Management LLC

Leasing office

(844) 325-1106 ext. 6950

Property Overview

3501 Simken Drive offers strong overall value with a Zumper expert rating of 7.8/10, highlighted by competitive pricing, a robust set of amenities, and a high location score of 9/10 for everyday convenience. Residents can expect updated kitchens with white cabinets, modern finishes, and on-site laundry facilities, along with transparent, detailed property information that supports its solid trustworthiness rating.

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

7.8
Very Good
3501 Simken Drive 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

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

3501 Simken Drive - 11 bed1 bath500 sqft$550 /moWelcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment featuring an open floor plan and modern finishes throughout. The updated kitchen offers stylish cabinets with plenty of storage, and the bathroom includes a new vanity and fixtures for a fresh, contemporary feel. Durable vinyl plank flooring runs throughout the home, and air conditioning keeps you comfortable year-round. Enjoy the convenience of a private side entrance and access to a common area washer and dryer. This pet-friendly apartment is perfect for those looking for a comfortable, well-maintained home that welcomes furry companions. A flat $75 monthly utility charge covers parking, lawn and snow maintenance, water, sewer, trash, and gas—making budgeting simple and stress-free. With thoughtful updates, great amenities, and a convenient location, this apartment is the perfect place to call home. Tenant is responsible for their own electricity to their unit.
3501 Simken Drive - 42 bed1 bath800 sqft$799 /moMOVE-IN BEFORE JAN. 1ST AND GET HALF OFF JANUARY RENT! This spacious and affordable 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is located in a quiet community on Simken Dr. in Lansing. With 900 sq. ft. of living space, this unit offers plenty of room to relax and feel at home. Features Include: Air conditioning for year-round comfort, on-site laundry facilities, convenient layout with ample natural light, brand new carport spaces for the tenants and some uncovered parking as well. The home has beautiful vinyl throughout the entire home and updated kitchens with white cabinets and updated counters. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a clean, comfortable place to live in Lansing at a great price. There is a $125 utility charge that covers your gas, water, sewer, trash, parking, and lawn and snow maintenance. Tenant is responsible for their own electric. Pet friendly Interested? Contact us today to schedule a viewing!

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Amenities for 3501 Simken Drive

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.

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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Pet Terms

1 cat max.

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Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 3501 Simken Drive

HomeApartments in Lansing 3501 Simken Drive

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment featuring an open floor plan and modern finishes throughout. The updated kitchen offers stylish cabinets with plenty of storage, and the bathroom includes a new vanity and fixtures for a fresh, contemporary feel. Durable vinyl plank flooring runs throughout the home, and air conditioning keeps you comfortable year-round. Enjoy the convenience of a private side entrance and access to a common area washer and dryer. This pet-friendly apartment is perfect for those looking for a comfortable, well-maintained home that welcomes furry companions. A flat $75 monthly utility charge covers parking, lawn and snow maintenance, water, sewer, trash, and gas—making budgeting simple and stress-free. With thoughtful updates, great amenities, and a convenient location, this apartment is the perfect place to call home. Tenant is responsible for their own electricity to their unit.


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
3501 Simken Drive 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 3501 Simken Drive
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, 3501 Simken Drive is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. 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, 3501 Simken Drive 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.
3501 Simken Drive 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 3501 Simken Drive does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

3501 Simken Drive is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

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 3501 Simken Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Lansing

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 45% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lansing.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 3501 Simken Drive to be 29% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lansing.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Lansing
A table of studio rental data trends in Lansing
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$696
June 2024$698
July 2024$731
August 2024$772
September 2024$847
October 2024$841
November 2024$895
December 2024$950
January 2025$924
February 2025$902
March 2025$925
April 2025$925
May 2025$925
June 2025$925
July 2025$925
August 2025$903
September 2025$900
October 2025$739
November 2025$809
December 2025$837
January 2026$801
February 2026$816
March 2026$818
April 2026$795

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$22,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $22,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $550.
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Schools near 3501 Simken Drive

Capital Area K12 Online

4200 wainwright ave

lansing, MI, 48911

K-12Public

Reo School

1221 reo rd

lansing, MI, 48910

PK, K-4Public
C-

Gardner International School

333 dahlia dr

lansing, MI, 48911

K-8Public
C-

Ingham County Youth Center

700 e jolly rd

lansing, MI, 48910

3-12Public

Beekman Center

2901 wabash rd

lansing, MI, 48910

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lansing near 3501 Simken Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
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 3501 Simken Dr, Lansing

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 3501 Simken Dr

Quality Dairy Company
2121 W Holmes Rd
Von's Food Market
3434 Pleasant Grove Rd
Great Giant Supermarket
3222 S Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Kroger
921 W Holmes Rd
Dong An Market
4320 S Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

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