5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Playground
- Balcony
- Quiet neighborhood
- Walk in closet
- Patio door
- New washer and dryer
Location
5521 Joshua St, Lansing, MI 48911, USA
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Property Overview
5521 Joshua St. is a competitively priced rental with an excellent overall expert rating, strong value for money, and high marks for location and amenities. Residents can enjoy a quiet neighborhood suited to work-from-home lifestyles, with large windows for natural light, utilities included, nearby coworking options, and conveniences like a playground, balcony, walk-in closet, patio door, and new washer and dryer, all supported by a transparent, detailed listing.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 5521 Joshua St. - 10 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 812 sqft | $975 /mo | 1 unit available | Upper level spacious two-bedroom apartments in quiet neighborhood close to shopping, dining and 5 miles away from MSU. New engineering flooring, no more carpets. Main bedroom big enough for king size bed with nights stands at both sides and walk in closet. Sitting room with plenty natural light with patio door leading to balcony to enjoy fresh air. Lots of closets by entrance, sitting room and dining area and bathroom for more storage. Shared laundry room with updated with new washer and dryer that you can pay with credit card or App. Kaynorth park with playground is only a few steps away. New ownership and new property management easy to communicate and responsive to maintenance requests. Section 8 tenants are welcome. No Smoking! No pets! |
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About 5521 Joshua St.
Upper level spacious two-bedroom apartments in quiet neighborhood close to shopping, dining and 5 miles away from MSU. New engineering flooring, no more carpets. Main bedroom big enough for king size bed with nights stands at both sides and walk in closet. Sitting room with plenty natural light with patio door leading to balcony to enjoy fresh air. Lots of closets by entrance, sitting room and dining area and bathroom for more storage. Shared laundry room with updated with new washer and dryer that you can pay with credit card or App. Kaynorth park with playground is only a few steps away. New ownership and new property management easy to communicate and responsive to maintenance requests. Section 8 tenants are welcome. No Smoking! No pets!
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 5521 Joshua St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5521 Joshua St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
5521 Joshua St. offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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, 5521 Joshua St. 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.
5521 Joshua St. 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 5521 Joshua St. 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.
5521 Joshua St. 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.
5521 Joshua St. is great for:
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 5521 Joshua St. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Lansing
2-bedroom apartments at 5521 Joshua St. cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lansing.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Lansing
| Month | Median 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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Can I afford to live at 5521 Joshua St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$39,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near 5521 Joshua St.
Ingham County Youth Center
700 e jolly rd
lansing, MI, 48910
3-12Public
Kendon School
827 kendon dr
lansing, MI, 48910
PK, K-3Public
C
Gardner International School
333 dahlia dr
lansing, MI, 48911
K-8Public
C-
Beekman Center
2901 wabash rd
lansing, MI, 48910
PK, K-12Public
Capital Area K12 Online
4200 wainwright ave
lansing, MI, 48911
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Getting around Lansing near 5521 Joshua St
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
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5521 Joshua St, Lansing
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
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 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Family Dollar
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Target
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Cato Fashions
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Family Dollar
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Abi Business Investments
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7 Brew Coffee
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Dunkin'
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BIGGBY Coffee
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Applebee's Grill + Bar
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Cleats Bar & Grille
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Coach's Pub & Grill
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Johnick Enterprises
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Meijer Bakery
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Panda Gourmet
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SBD Cedar past E Northrup St
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NBD Pennsylvania before Dennis St
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SBD Cedar before Kaynorth
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