
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $700 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old Fourth Ward area of Ann Arbor.


533 Elizabeth St, Unit 533 Elizabeth

533 Elizabeth St

533 Elizabeth St

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Island Drive

805 E Huron St

The Algonquin

307 Thompson - Furnished Studios
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522 N Division St

109 N Thayer St

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Bradford House

Kingsley Apartments

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501 N 5th Ave, Unit 1

208 N Division St

118 E Kingsley St

515 Lawrence St
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1028 Fuller St

805 Spring St

316 Thompson St

344 S Division

Courthouse Square - A 55+ Community

Ashley Manor

212 E Washington Apartments

519 Lawrence St
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Fuller Apartments

727 E Kingsley St

520 N Ashley St

Medical Center Court

809 E Kingsley St

908 Spring St

415 Lawrence St - 10 Minute Walk to Campus

209 N Ingalls St
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324 S Ashley St

220 N 1st St

555 E William St

424 N State St

603 E Ann St

249 Brookridge Ct

253 Brookridge Ct

1217 Island Dr
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Old Fourth Ward, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Fourth Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fourth Ward Studio Apartments | $1,766 | $1,224 | $2,575 |
| Old Fourth Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $1,350 | $2,650 |
| Old Fourth Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,491 | $999 | $3,650 |
| Old Fourth Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $949 | $3,550 |
| Old Fourth Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $949 | $4,300 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available Old Fourth Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Fourth Ward area of Ann Arbor, MI is a Studio unit found at Island Drive priced from $1,224. The Algonquin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,408. Here are the most affordable Old Fourth Ward apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island Drive | Efficiency Phase 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,224 |
| The Algonquin | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,408 |
| 603 E Ann St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Exhibit A2 Furnished Luxury Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,958 |
| Varsity Management 418 E. Washington | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,060 |
| Beekman on Broadway | A | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| 815 E Huron St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Fourth Ward, MI
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Fourth Ward area is the $1.51 price per square foot C1 Model at Saga Ann Arbor in the in the Chapel Hill neighborhood starting from $1,390. The second greatest value Old Fourth Ward apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Bradford House starting at $1,650 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Fourth Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saga Ann Arbor | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Bradford House | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Algonquin | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 815 E Huron St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 723 Lawrence St - Kerrytown/Walk to UM Campus | 1 Bed, 2 baths | 1BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Exhibit A2 Furnished Luxury Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.29 |
| Varsity Management 418 E. Washington | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.12 |
| Beekman on Broadway | A | Studio ,1BA | $4.83 |
| Island Drive | Efficiency Phase 2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.41 |
| Foundry Lofts | D2-4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $4.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Fourth Ward, Ann Arbor, MI
Ranked #48
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Fourth Ward Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Fourth Ward?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Fourth Ward is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Fourth Ward?
The cheapest apartment in Old Fourth Ward is Island Drive which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Old Fourth Ward costs $5,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Fourth Ward?
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 69 regular apartments in Old Fourth Ward 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 Old Fourth Ward?
Cheap apartments in Old Fourth Ward have an average cost of $2,214 which is $2,786 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Fourth Ward.
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