The East Lansing City Council will consider approving two large downtown apartments that could collectively house nearly 1,200 residents at a meeting next week.
The proposed projects, presented by different developers, consist of a 10-story mixed use apartment building at 530 Albert Avenue where there is currently a surface parking lot and a 12-story mixed use apartment complex where the Student Book Store and other commercial businesses reside.
The 10-story apartment proposal, from Tareen Development Partners, is to build 205 units to house 436 tenants. The proposed building includes amenities like a coffee shop, pet spa, wellness center, basketball court, grilling stations and a club/game room. Units are expected to cost between $1,900 for a studio apartment and $4,400 for a three bedroom.
The 12-story apartment proposal, from Harbor Bay Ventures, would house 748 residents across 296 units. The building is proposed to include space for two restaurants, a terrace area, residential lounge, library and leasing office. It is expected that residents will pay between $1,200 and $2,200 per bed.
Each project has been recommended by both the city’s Downtown Development Authority and Planning Commission…