
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $500 (54 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northside area of Ann Arbor.


Island Drive

323 Packard St

1328 Geddes Ave

1550 Jones Dr

1548 Jones Dr

408 E Jefferson St

Forest Plaza Apartments

Atrio Apartment Homes
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317 E Ann St

GreenBrier

601 E William St

1340 N University Ct

1028 Fuller Rd

407 N Ashley St

809 E Kingsley St

Huron Towers

Villas at Northstar

120 N Division St
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The Highlands Apartments

307 Thompson - Furnished Studios

Carriage House Apartments

322 S Division St
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Northside, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Studio Apartments | $1,820 | $1,145 | $3,383 |
| Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $999 | $4,043 |
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $1,099 | $4,349 |
| Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,244 | $1,255 | $4,575 |
| Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $690 | $5,450 |
| Northside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $895 | $7,100 |
| Northside 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,114 | $1,295 | $8,690 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northside Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available Northside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northside area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Island Drive priced from $999. Foundry Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,220. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island Drive | One Bedroom Phase 3 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Foundry Lofts | B2b-2x2 Double Occupant | 2BR,2BA | $1,220 |
| Traver Crossing | The Au Sable | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| GreenBrier | 1 Bedroom 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| 809 E Kingsley St | Small Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Villas at Northstar | Lenox | 2BR,2BA | $1,415 |
| Huron Towers | 6 | Studio,1BA | $1,465 |
| Forest Plaza Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| The Highlands Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 323 Packard St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, MI
As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northside 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 Northside apartment is the Traver w/ Two Car Garage Model at Hideaway Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Chapel Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside 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 |
| Hideaway Apartments | Traver w/ Two Car Garage | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.52 |
| Plymouth Green | Two Bedroom Two and a Half Bathroom Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.39 |
| Traver Crossing | The Cheboygan | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Varsity(MI) | 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Highlands Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 323 Packard St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Forest Plaza Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Villas at Northstar | Waterford | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| GreenBrier | 1 Bedroom 3rd Floor Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northside is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northside?
The cheapest apartment in Northside is Island Drive which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Northside costs $11,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northside?
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 194 regular apartments in Northside 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 Northside?
Cheap apartments in Northside have an average cost of $1,214 which is $9,986 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northside.
Expert Rental Resources
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