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Ivan Woods Senior Apartments in Lansing, MI

Ivan Woods Senior Apartments is a senior community in Lansing, MI.

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5303 Ivan Drive, Lansing, MI 48917

To contact a resident: (517) 323-2800

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.1 from 35 reviews
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Ivan Woods Senior Apartments Costs & Pricing

Ivan Woods Senior Apartments offers competitively priced options for senior living when compared to the broader market in Ingham County and the state of Michigan. For instance, a one-bedroom apartment at Ivan Woods is available for $665 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $2,987 and the state average of $3,384. Similarly, two-bedroom units are priced at $765 per month, which stands in stark contrast to the county's average of $2,197 and the statewide figure of $3,523. Even private accommodations at Ivan Woods are more affordable at $5,000 compared to the county's average of $3,536 and Michigan's average of $3,675. These figures reflect Ivan Woods' commitment to providing affordable housing solutions for seniors while maintaining a welcoming community atmosphere.

Floor plansIvan Woods Senior ApartmentsIngham CountyMichigan
1 Bedroom$665$2,987$3,384
2 Bedrooms$765$2,197$3,523
Private$5,000$3,475$3,674

Overall Review of Ivan Woods Senior Apartments

common 17 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness stands out

Residents frequently describe management and maintenance as responsive when issues come up.

Many residents say management and maintenance are friendly and helpful, including quick fixes when something breaks. A few reviews also mention slower responses or an unhelpful interaction, so service quality can feel inconsistent. Even in complaints, several reviewers still point to specific moments where communication or follow-through didn’t meet expectations.

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Cleanliness is a mixed focus

Clean apartments are a common positive, while some residents notice odors in shared areas.

Several reviews praise the facility and apartments for being clean and well maintained. Others mention concerns in shared spaces, including unpleasant hallway odors, and one review ties dissatisfaction to cleanliness-related upkeep. Overall, residents seem to agree that apartments are generally kept up, but shared-area condition can be a problem for some.

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Activities and community gatherings

On-site activities and resident events are part of everyday life here.

Residents describe an activity center on campus where people can participate in hobbies and spend time together. Reviews also mention community-style get-togethers like in-house pot lucks, along with other activities and outings. The community also offers on-site activities as part of what it provides to residents.

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Rent feels affordable for many

Rent is often described as acceptable or affordable relative to what residents were expecting.

Some reviews highlight affordability, saying the rent fits their budget and feels acceptable. Pricing for available unit types is positioned well below both county and state benchmarks across the reported ranges, which helps explain why multiple residents frame cost positively. A separate complaint about being charged for a maintenance-related issue does show costs can also feel frustrating for specific situations.

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Noise concerns come up often

Sound transfer and neighbor noise can be a concern for some residents.

A resident asked about soundproofing between apartments, and another described ongoing noise from a neighbor above. One reviewer also reports that when they raised noise with the manager, it was handled quickly, which suggests concerns may depend on the situation. Still, noise is mentioned often enough that it stands out as a potential day-to-day limitation.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas

Transportation

  • Capital City (3 miles away) Capital City (3 miles away)

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • BBQs or picnics BBQs or picnics
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Birthday parties Birthday parties
  • Cards / pinochle club Cards / pinochle club
  • Community service programs Community service programs
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Resident band or musicians Resident band or musicians

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Meijer Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Sav-On Drugs (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Your Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Qdoba Mexican Eats (0.3 miles)
  • A&W Restaurant (0.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.4 miles)
  • Los Tres Amigos (0.4 miles)
  • Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen (0.5 miles)
  • Zaytoon Mediterranean Grill Lansing (0.6 miles)
  • KFC (0.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (0.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Biggby Coffee (4 miles)

Physicians

  • Edin Basic,DO (0.5 miles)
  • Faber John S DDS (0.6 miles)
  • Schaefer B Patrick DDS - B Patrick Schaefer, DDS (0.7 miles)
  • Suzanne Hanses D.O., General Surgery and Breast Care (0.7 miles)
  • Beals Institute (1 miles)
  • Podiatric Medicine & Surgery (1.2 miles)
  • Associated Physicians PC (1.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • America's Best Hearing (1 miles)
  • Work Health (1.2 miles)
  • Ingham Regional Medical Center (4.2 miles)
  • McLaren Greater Lansing (4.2 miles)
  • Sparrow Cath Lab (4.5 miles)
  • Sparrow Pharmacy Main Campus (4.5 miles)
  • Sparrow Hospital Cafeteria (4.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Riverview Church (2 miles)
  • Sycamore Creek Church (4.7 miles)

Parks

  • Delta Mills Park (2.1 miles)
  • Frances Park (2.1 miles)
  • Quentin Park (2.9 miles)
  • Rotary Park (3.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Capital Region International Airport (LAN) (3.2 miles)
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (4.7 miles)

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