
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carpenter Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $919 (27 Rentals)
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Hidden Valley Club

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Mulberry Row Apartments

Randolph Court
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Cloverly Village of Ann Arbor
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225 Briarcrest, Unit 202

ReNew Ann Arbor

Furnished Studio-Detroit - Ann Arbor - University South

Spruce Knob Apartments

4206 Packard St

275 Briarcrest Dr
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3166 Platt Rd

2824 Whitewood St

791 Addington Ln

3107 Ailsa Craig

3156 Promenade Cir

Ridgewood Apartments
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5748 Hampshire Ln, Unit 5748 Hampshire Lane

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Carpenter, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carpenter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter Studio Apartments | $2,261 | $1,020 | $2,758 |
| Carpenter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $919 | $3,702 |
| Carpenter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,716 | $1,200 | $4,424 |
| Carpenter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $1,249 | $5,051 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carpenter Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available Carpenter Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carpenter area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Evergreen priced from $919. Spruce Knob Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Carpenter apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen | Abbot | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Spruce Knob Apartments | The Van Gogh | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Hidden Valley Club | The Rivard | 1BR,1BA | $1,073 |
| Homestead Commons | B | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Mill Creek Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Mulberry Row Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| South Grove Apartments | AMHERST | 2BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Ridgewood Apartments | Vista III | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Arbor Knoll Apartments | The Alder | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| AVIA Lofts on Victors Way | Two Bed x Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,563 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carpenter, MI
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carpenter area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3 Bed + 2 Bed Model at Deen's Yard on South State in the in the Wellesley Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Carpenter apartment is the Arbour Loft Model at Cloverly Village of Ann Arbor starting at $2,318 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Wellesley Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carpenter apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deen's Yard on South State | 3 Bed + 2 Bed | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.63 |
| Cloverly Village of Ann Arbor | Arbour Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| Blue Heron Pointe | Perch Signature | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.80 |
| 5748 Hampshire Ln, Unit 5748 Hampshire Lane | 5748 Hampshire Ln | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| Mulberry Row Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| AVIA Lofts on Victors Way | Two Bed x Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| South Grove Apartments | HUME | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Mill Creek Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Spruce Knob Apartments | The Van Gogh | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Evergreen | Abbot | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carpenter Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carpenter?
The cheapest apartment in Carpenter is Evergreen which is listed at $919, while the average apartment in Carpenter costs $2,713.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carpenter?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 30 regular apartments in Carpenter that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Carpenter?
Cheap apartments in Carpenter have an average cost of $411 which is $2,302 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carpenter.
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