In Lansing, the capital of Michigan, those looking for rentals often ask similar questions. They want to know how much the difference is between studios and one-bedrooms, and how many bedrooms a family should consider. Let's go through them one by one.

Studios average around $900 to $1,000, with sizes ranging from 420 to 460 square feet. They are primarily sought after by short-term workers and graduate students near the state capitol and university area.

One-bedrooms are priced between $1,100 and $1,200, with sizes around 650 to 700 square feet. There is a noticeable proportion of government employees and hospital workers living alone.

Two-bedrooms are reported to be $1,300 to $1,400, with sizes from 950 to 1,050 square feet. This range attracts roommate combinations and small families.

Three-bedrooms cost between $1,550 and $1,650, with sizes from 1,200 to 1,300 square feet. Demand is primarily driven by families considering school districts.

Recent constructions are mainly focused on small units near downtown, so finding three-bedrooms or more often requires looking at existing complexes or suburban townhouses.

The gap when moving from a studio to a one-bedroom is not very large, around $200, but the difference between two-bedrooms and three-bedrooms tends to be slightly wider.

For Korean households, it's advisable to approach unit selection based on whether the stay is short-term or permanent. If it's a short stay, a one-bedroom is suitable, while families with children should focus on two to three-bedrooms. Below are the approximate rental ranges.

• Studio: about $900 to $1,000 (420 to 460 sqft)
• One-bedroom: about $1,100 to $1,200 (650 to 700 sqft)
• Two-bedroom: about $1,300 to $1,400 (950 to 1,050 sqft)
• Three-bedroom: about $1,550 to $1,650 (1,200 to 1,300 sqft)

Ultimately, Lansing has a more gradual price difference between units compared to other cities, so if the budget allows, it may be worth considering a higher-tier unit in the area.