
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Ann Arbor Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $700 (52 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Ann Arbor area of Ann Arbor.


316 Thompson St

323 Packard St

The Forum Apartments

1328 Geddes Ave

408 E Jefferson St

317 E Ann St

Forest Plaza Apartments

601 E William St

1340 N University Ct
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120 N Division St

307 Thompson - Furnished Studios

Carriage House Apartments

322 S Division St

226 Packard St

332 E William St

Varsity Management

520 Packard St

518 S 4th Ave

705 S Division St
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Park Plaza

316 N State St

1337 Wilmot Ct

311 S 5th Ave
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Downtown Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Ann Arbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Ann Arbor Studio Apartments | $1,869 | $1,030 | $3,383 |
| Downtown Ann Arbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,077 | $995 | $4,043 |
| Downtown Ann Arbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,748 | $1,500 | $4,349 |
| Downtown Ann Arbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,852 | $1,399 | $4,575 |
| Downtown Ann Arbor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $999 | $5,450 |
| Downtown Ann Arbor 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,462 | $1,299 | $7,100 |
| Downtown Ann Arbor 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,121 | $1,295 | $8,690 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Ann Arbor Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Ann Arbor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Ann Arbor area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 4 Beds unit found at Landmark priced from $1,315. Forest Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,410. Here are the most affordable Downtown Ann Arbor apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landmark | 4X2C | 4BR,2BA | $1,315 |
| Forest Plaza Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| 323 Packard St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Six11 | 1 Bedroom - Shared Space in 4 Bed | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| VERVE Ann Arbor | 5BR - 04 | 5BR,5BA | $1,549 |
| 310 E. Liberty | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Ann Arbor City Club | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,930 |
| 400 Maynard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,949 |
| 618 South Main Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 696 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2,557 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Ann Arbor, MI
As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Ann Arbor area is the $0.58 price per square foot 1327 Geddes Model at 1327 Geddes Ave in the in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood starting from $1,582. The second greatest value Downtown Ann Arbor apartment is the 1315 Washtenaw Model at 1315 Washtenaw Ave starting at $1,444 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Ann Arbor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1327 Geddes Ave | 1327 Geddes | 6BR,2.5BA | $0.58 |
| 1315 Washtenaw Ave | 1315 Washtenaw | 5BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| City Place Ann Arbor | City Townhome | 6BR,5BA | $0.56 |
| 510 Mack Rd | 510 Mack | 5BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| 1318 Wilmot St | 1318 Wilmot | 6BR,3BA | $0.67 |
| 507 Mack Rd | 507 Mack | 4BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| 1344 Wilmot Ct | 1344 Wilmot | 4BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| The Barrister | 6BR/2.0BA | 6BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| 1329 S University Ave | 1329.5 S. University | 5BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
| 1348 Wilmot Ct | 1348 Wilmot | 6BR,2BA | $0.94 |
Getting Around the Downtown Ann Arbor Neighborhood in Ann Arbor, MI
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
73 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Ann Arbor Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Ann Arbor?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Ann Arbor is under $2,557.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Ann Arbor?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Ann Arbor is Forest Plaza Apartments which is listed at $1,410, while the average apartment in Downtown Ann Arbor costs $11,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Ann Arbor?
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 38 regular apartments in Downtown Ann Arbor that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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