
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chapel Hill Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $500 (114 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Chapel Hill area of Ann Arbor.


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1105 Freesia Ct, Unit 1st floor, Unit 1st floor

The Forum Apartments

Huron Towers

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Haven on Geddes

732 S Forest Ave

Forest Plaza Apartments

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Abbey

601 E William St

Island Drive
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1223 Hill St

GreenBrier

1340 N University Ct

1556a Jones Dr

1633 Leaird Dr

414 Division

University Plaza

420 Hill St

703 S Forest Ave

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Medical Center Court
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The Algonquin

307 Thompson - Furnished Studios

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Bradford House

428 S Division St

120 N Division St

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323 Packard St

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Brown Street Apartments

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812 Mary St

332 E William St

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The Highlands Apartments
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Traver Ridge

555 E William St, Unit 13c, Unit 13c

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Villas at Northstar

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Parc Pointe Apartments

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The Haven of Ann Arbor

522 N Division St

406 Packard Apartments

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Owl Creek

400 Maynard

628 Packard St
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118 E Kingsley St

125 Hill Street Apartments

555 E William St

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5121 Plymouth Road, Unit Upper, Unit Upper

1221 Island Dr

219 Brookridge Ct, Unit 1, Unit 1

Exhibit A2 Furnished Luxury Apartments

Beekman on Broadway

Heritage House

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2787 Barclay Way
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Chapel Hill, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chapel Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill Studio Apartments | $1,715 | $1,150 | $2,556 |
| Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $780 | $2,945 |
| Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,170 | $846 | $4,349 |
| Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $709 | $4,575 |
| Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $999 | $5,600 |
| Chapel Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,831 | $895 | $6,150 |
| Chapel Hill 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,866 | $1,200 | $8,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 114 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Chapel Hill Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available Chapel Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chapel Hill area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Z West Apartments priced from $1,195. GreenBrier has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,279. Here are the most affordable Chapel Hill apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z West Apartments | B2 Alt2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,195 |
| GreenBrier | 1 Bedroom 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| Landmark | 4X2C | 4BR,2BA | $1,315 |
| Fuller Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Island Drive | One Bedroom Phase 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 420 Hill St | S 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Traver Crossing | The Au Gres | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Medical Center Court | The Huron | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Algonquin | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,408 |
| Forest Plaza Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, MI
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chapel Hill area is the $0.56 price per square foot City Townhome Model at City Place Ann Arbor in the in the Chapel Hill neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Chapel Hill apartment is the 4BR/4BA - E Model at Six11 starting at $1,729 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chapel Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Place Ann Arbor | City Townhome | 6BR,5BA | $0.56 |
| Six11 | 4BR/4BA - E | 4BR,4BA | $1.43 |
| Z Place Apartments | B1 Alt2 - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Brown Street Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Traver Ridge | The Wolfgang | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Algonquin | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Traver Crossing | The Au Gres | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Forest Plaza Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Landmark | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| GreenBrier | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Chapel Hill, Ann Arbor, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chapel Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chapel Hill is under $1,415.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Chapel Hill is GreenBrier which is listed at $1,279, while the average apartment in Chapel Hill costs $11,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chapel Hill?
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 296 regular apartments in Chapel Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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