Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $500 (143 Rentals)

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Nob Hill Apartments
$1,150 - $1,625
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$1,150 - $1,625

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 6

Nob Hill Apartments

301 Nob Hill CtAnn Arbor, MI 48103
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813 S Main St
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$1,300 - $1,600
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$1,300 - $1,600

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$1,300 - $1,600
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20

813 S Main St

813 S Main StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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property at 805 E Huron St

$1,350 - $1,450

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 7

805 E Huron St

Ann ArborMI48104

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812 Mary St
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$1,400
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$1,400

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$1,400
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812 Mary St

812 Mary StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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Tradewind Apartments
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$1,450 - $1,925
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$1,450 - $1,925

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$1,450 - $1,925
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Tradewind Apartments

121 E Hoover AveAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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323 Packard St
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$1,450 - $1,600
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$1,450 - $1,600

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$1,450 - $1,600
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323 Packard St

323 Packard StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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Michigan Terrace
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$1,475 - $2,275
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$1,475 - $2,275

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$1,475 - $2,275
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 28

Michigan Terrace

1025 Packard StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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618 South Main Apartments
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$1,574 - $4,117
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$1,574 - $4,117

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$1,574 - $4,117
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618 South Main Apartments

618 S Main StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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912 Brown St
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$1,600 - $1,700
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$1,600 - $1,700

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$1,600 - $1,700
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20

912 Brown St

912 Brown StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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Brown Street Apartments
$1,600 - $2,000
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$1,600 - $2,000

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Brown Street Apartments

824 Brown StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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832 Packard St
Rent Specials
$1,700 - $2,400
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$1,700 - $2,400

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$1,700 - $2,400
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20

832 Packard St

832 Packard StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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Bradford House
$1,745 - $2,065
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$1,745 - $2,065

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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 28

Bradford House

1010 Catherine StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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New West Side, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
810 S Main St1 BED1BR,1BA$1,125
Manchester FlatsThe Kent1BR,1BA$1,229
420 Hill StS 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,375
812 Mary St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
503 Church St1 bed1BR,1BA$1,500
Varsity Management 418 E. Washington1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,560
1100 Hill St2 Bed/2BR,1BA$1,590
Brown Street Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
807 S Main StHouse3BR,1BA$1.32
518 Monroe St1 Bedroom - Shared House1BR,1BA$0.59
533 Elizabeth St, Unit 533 Elizabeth533 Elizabeth St5BR,1BA$0.50
Sun Terrace Apartments3 bed3BR,1BA$1.75
Six114BR/4BA - C4BR,4BA$1.36
Tradewind ApartmentsTwo Bed Bi Level2BR,1.5BA$1.75
Saga Ann ArborC13BR,2BA$1.59
Z Place ApartmentsB1 Alt2 - 2x12BR,1BA$1.21
Brown Street Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.78
Across From UofM Campus - 1313 S State StShort-Term Lease2BR,1BA$1.19

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New West Side, Ann Arbor, MI

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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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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.