
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $863 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old West Side area of Ann Arbor.


810 S Main St

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Nob Hill Apartments

807 W Madison St

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406 Montgomery Ave, Unit 406 Montgomery

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813 S Main St

125 Hill Street Apartments
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Tradewind Apartments

802 S Main St

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714 W Liberty St, Unit #3

Ann Arbor City Club Apartments

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618 South Main Apartments

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431 3rd St, Unit 2

109 Adams Ave
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410-412 S Revena Blvd

126 Hill St

Tradewinds Apartments

923 S 7th St

811 5th St

Varsity Management

324 S Ashley St
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728 S Main St

442 3rd St

818 Brown St

522 Bemidji Ct

320 Koch Ave

314 S Ashley St

412 S Revena Blvd
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410 S Revena Blvd
Old West Side, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old West Side Studio Apartments | $1,465 | $1,150 | $2,097 |
| Old West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $1,095 | $2,850 |
| Old West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $1,290 | $5,089 |
| Old West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $1,456 | $2,900 |
| Old West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,315 | $3,550 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available Old West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old West Side area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 810 S Main St priced from $1,125. Nob Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Old 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 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 807 W Madison St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 813 S Main St | 1-BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Tradewind Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Varsity Management | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Ann Arbor City Club Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Side, MI
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old 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 Old West Side apartment is the House Model at 720 S Main St starting at $3,550 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the North Central Ann Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old 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 |
| 720 S Main St | House | 4BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Brown Street Apartments - 10 Min from UofM | 829 Unit #5 | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| The Yard | 2BR/2.5BA - TH | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.87 |
| 912 Brown St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 406 Montgomery Ave, Unit 406 Montgomery | 406 Montgomery Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 714 W Liberty St, Unit #3 | 714 W Liberty St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 807 W Madison St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Tradewind Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 813 S Main St | 1-BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld West Side, Ann Arbor, MI
Ranked #39
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old West Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Old West Side is 810 S Main St which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Old West Side costs $1,925.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old 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 63 regular apartments in Old 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 Old West Side?
Cheap apartments in Old West Side have an average cost of $1,103 which is $822 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old West Side.
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