
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $900 (15 Rentals)
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Ann Arbor Woods
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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 |
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Old West Side Studio Apartments | $2,028 | $1,125 | $2,888 |
Old West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $1,181 | $3,950 |
Old West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,378 | $1,485 | $4,995 |
Old West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,307 | $1,320 | $3,995 |
Old West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $1,160 | $6,400 |
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There are currently 15 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 6 Beds unit found at 911 South Main Street priced from $1,500. Ann Arbor Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Old West Side apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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911 South Main Street | 6-Bed | 6BR,6BA | $1,500 |
Ann Arbor Woods | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
ReNew Ann Arbor | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Briar Cove Apartments | Gold Cup | 2BR,2BA | $1,840 |
Ponds at Georgetown Apartments | Sheldrake | 2BR,2BA | $2,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Side, MI
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old West Side area is the $1.25 price per square foot home Model at 807 S Main St in the in the North Central Ann Arbor neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Old West Side apartment is the 2 Bed- Downstairs Model at Centerra Pointe starting at $2,690 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Old West Side 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. |
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807 S Main St | home | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Centerra Pointe | 2 Bed- Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
Briar Cove Apartments | Gold Cup | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Corner House Apartments | Three-Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Uptown Ann Arbor | The Chicago End | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
Ponds at Georgetown Apartments | Sheldrake | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
Ann Arbor Woods | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
408 Montgomery Ave | 408 Montgomery Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
The George | Loft - Unit G | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
ReNew Ann Arbor | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld West Side, Ann Arbor, MI
Ranked #14
Among neighborhoods in Ann Arbor, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Old West Side Neighborhood in Ann Arbor, MI
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 ReNew Ann Arbor which is listed at $1,825, while the average apartment in Old West Side costs $8,100.
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 38 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 $1,611 which is $6,489 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old West Side.
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