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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Balcony
  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Washer/dryer hookup
  • On-site laundry facility
  • Spacious two-bedroom apartments
  • Peacefulness

Location

5520 Timberlane Street, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA
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Management

Raleigh House Apartments, managed by MRD Apartments, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 326-6969 ext. 5804

Property Overview

Raleigh House Apartments offers a peaceful, quiet setting with spacious two-bedroom layouts, balconies, outdoor space, and convenient laundry options, earning a strong overall expert rating of 8.8/10. Exceptional pricing and top-tier amenities scores (both 10/10), along with a 9/10 location near a highly rated middle school and multiple pet services, make it a compelling value. The property also demonstrates solid transparency (7/10 trustworthiness) and ranks in a high percentile for value per square foot in the area.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Raleigh House Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Raleigh House Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Raleigh House2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$1,345 /moMOVE-IN SPECIAL!!! 1/2 off Application Fee & $500 off move-in costs! Hurray offer expires 12/27/2024. We offer spacious two-bedroom apartments with two bathrooms, with a balcony to view deer and turkeys. Units have a washer/dryer hookup along with Raleigh House having an on-site laundry facility. Some units have a fireplace for extra relaxation. All units have Central Air and Forced Heat for your comfort.

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Amenities for Raleigh House Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
CarpetCeiling Fan
FireplaceHardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking

Services

On-Site Management
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. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Raleigh House Apartments

HomeApartments in East Lansing Raleigh House Apartments

Welcome to Tranquility! Raleigh House Apartments are nestled in a Historic Neighborhood in East Lansing, Michigan that gives you the best of both worlds! Close to Michigan State University, East Lansing Public Schools, shopping, and restaurants, while situated in a quiet neighborhood, where you can see wildlife and enjoy peacefulness.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Raleigh House Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Raleigh House Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Raleigh House Apartments
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.
Raleigh House Apartments 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·10A 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.
Raleigh House Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Raleigh House Apartments 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 Raleigh House Apartments 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.
Raleigh House Apartments 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.

Raleigh House Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Raleigh House Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 211 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features

Considerations

Lacks images
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Rent trends in East Lansing

2-bedroom apartments at Raleigh House Apartments cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Lansing.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
East Lansing
A table of studio rental data trends in East Lansing
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,019
June 2024$1,066
July 2024$1,639
August 2024$1,749
September 2024$1,804
October 2024$986
November 2024$919
December 2024$1,418
January 2025$1,576
February 2025$1,564
March 2025$1,569
April 2025$1,612
May 2025$1,755
June 2025$1,757
July 2025$1,721
August 2025$1,782
September 2025$1,818
October 2025$1,671
November 2025$1,699
December 2025$1,709
January 2026$1,740
February 2026$1,701
March 2026$1,711
April 2026$1,666

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Can I afford to live at 5520 Timberlane Street?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$53,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,345.
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Schools near Raleigh House Apartments

Marble School

729 n hagadorn rd

east lansing, MI, 48823

PK, K-5Public
A-

Ingham Isd Asd Programs

1811 pinecrest dr

east lansing, MI, 48823

PK, K-8Public

Red Cedar School

1110 narcissus dr

east lansing, MI, 48823

PK, K-5Public

Gardner International School

333 dahlia dr

lansing, MI, 48911

K-8Public
C-

Capital Area K12 Online

4200 wainwright ave

lansing, MI, 48911

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 East Lansing near 5520 Timberlane Street

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 5520 Timberlane Street, East Lansing

Groceries

3/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 20-to-30 minute walk.

Shopping

4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

2/10
Few cafés are within walking distance.

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

7/10
The closest elementary school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

High schools

7/10
The closest high school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

Nightlife

1/10
Few bars are within walking distance.

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