
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $500 (143 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the New West Side area of Ann Arbor.


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533 Elizabeth St, Unit 533 Elizabeth

533 Elizabeth St

533 Elizabeth St, Unit 2

810 S Main St

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Nob Hill Apartments

1019 Arbordale St

Manchester Flats

924 Catherine St

630 Packard St
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813 S Main St

414 Division

Wyndham Hill Apartments

1108 Packard St

805 E Huron St

University Plaza

420 Hill St

Atrio Apartment Homes

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415 Lawrence St

922 S State St
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401 Pauline Blvd

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812 Mary St

Arch Manor

802 S Main St

307 Thompson - Furnished Studios

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Tradewind Apartments

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323 Packard St

428 S Division St

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812 Mary St

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Michigan Terrace
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120 N Division St

914 Vaughn St

Fritz Lofts

503 Church St

315 2nd St, Unit 207

215-217 Packard St

413 W Liberty St

332 E William St

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618 South Main Apartments

817 Arch St
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912 Brown St

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Brown Street Apartments

607 Hill St

Kingsley Apartments

Varsity Management – 723 W Madison

522 N Division St

400 Maynard

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832 Packard St

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Bradford House

628 Packard St
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New West Side, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New West Side Studio Apartments | $1,963 | $1,150 | $2,618 |
| New West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,936 | $950 | $4,461 |
| New West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $846 | $4,349 |
| New West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $655 | $4,575 |
| New West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $1,129 | $4,400 |
| New West Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $750 | $5,000 |
| New West Side 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,138 | $4,490 | $8,900 |
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There are currently 143 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the New West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available New West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the New West Side area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 810 S Main St priced from $1,125. Manchester Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,229. Here are the most affordable New West Side apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 810 S Main St | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Manchester Flats | The Kent | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
| 420 Hill St | S 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 812 Mary St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 503 Church St | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Varsity Management 418 E. Washington | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
| 1100 Hill St | 2 Bed/ | 2BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| Brown Street Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New West Side, MI
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the New West Side area is the $1.32 price per square foot House Model at 807 S Main St in the in the North Central Ann Arbor neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value New West Side apartment is the 1 Bedroom - Shared House Model at 518 Monroe St starting at $1,200 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Chapel Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 807 S Main St | House | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 518 Monroe St | 1 Bedroom - Shared House | 1BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 533 Elizabeth St, Unit 533 Elizabeth | 533 Elizabeth St | 5BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| Sun Terrace Apartments | 3 bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Six11 | 4BR/4BA - C | 4BR,4BA | $1.36 |
| Tradewind Apartments | Two Bed Bi Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Saga Ann Arbor | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Z Place Apartments | B1 Alt2 - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Brown Street Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Across From UofM Campus - 1313 S State St | Short-Term Lease | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New West Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in New West Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in New West Side is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in New West Side?
The cheapest apartment in New West Side is 810 S Main St which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in New West Side costs $7,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in New West Side?
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 132 regular apartments in New West Side 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 New West Side?
Cheap apartments in New West Side have an average cost of $1,750 which is $5,450 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New West Side.
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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.