
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $509 (132 Rentals)
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840 W Huron St, Unit 1

1116 Packard St

533 Elizabeth St

Manchester Flats

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985 Northwood St

The Sans Souci

1425-1427 S State St

Evergreen Apartments

810 S Main St
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Nob Hill Apartments

332 E William St

528 S 5th Ave

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812 Mary St

807 W Madison St

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323 Packard St

528 S 5th Ave

407 N Ashley St

Manchester West

522 N Division St, Unit #2
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Atrio Apartment Homes

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535 Packard St, Unit 3 and 4

Huron Flats

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813 S Main St

Fritz Lofts

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1300 Hutchins Ave, Unit Apartment 1

303 E Madison St, Unit 1

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Tradewind Apartments

Wyndham Hill Apartments

125 Hill Street Apartments
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805 E Huron St

420 Hill St

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Michigan Terrace

215-217 Packard St

Heritage House

802 S Main St

307 Thompson - Furnished Studios

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522 Packard St - 5 Minute Walk to UofM Campus

555 E William St, Unit 17th floor

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714 W Liberty St, Unit #3
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503 Church St

914 Vaughn St

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408 Montgomery Ave

817 Arch St

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1009 Packard St, Unit #2

607 Hill St

109 N Thayer St

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Bradford House

Kingsley Apartments

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 | $1,838 | $1,050 | $2,977 |
| New West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,838 | $949 | $6,465 |
| New West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $846 | $5,089 |
| New West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $949 | $4,575 |
| New West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $949 | $4,380 |
| New West Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $750 | $5,000 |
| New West Side 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,718 | $4,983 | $8,300 |
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There are currently 132 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 2 Beds unit found at Z West Apartments priced from $846. Manchester Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable New West Side apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Z West Apartments | B3 Alt1 | 2BR,2BA | $846 |
| Manchester Flats | The Kent | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Sans Souci | Classic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 985 Northwood St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| University Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 810 S Main St | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 332 E William St | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 825 Tappan | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New West Side, MI
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the New West Side area is the $0.57 price per square foot City Townhome Model at City Place Ann Arbor in the in the Chapel Hill neighborhood starting from $1,285. The second greatest value New West Side apartment is the Per Bedroom - Shared House Model at 518 Monroe St starting at $1,000 with a $0.49 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Place Ann Arbor | City Townhome | 6BR,5BA | $0.57 |
| 518 Monroe St | Per Bedroom - Shared House | 1BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| 533 Elizabeth St, Unit 533 Elizabeth | 533 Elizabeth St | 5BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| Z Place Apartments | D1 - 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| 1722 W Liberty St | 3 Bedroom (Per Person - $967) | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| 815 S State St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Fuller Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Layout 3A | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 915 S. Division | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 912 Brown St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 832 Packard St | 2 -Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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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 $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in New West Side?
The cheapest apartment in New West Side is Manchester Flats which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in New West Side costs $1,805.
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 242 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 $1,341 which is $464 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
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