
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $800 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old West Side area of Ann Arbor.


125 Hill Street Apartments

Tradewind Apartments

813 S Main St

912 Brown St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old West Side Studio Apartments | $2,041 | $1,125 | $3,383 |
| Old West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,978 | $1,230 | $4,043 |
| Old West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $1,485 | $4,092 |
| Old West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,725 | $2,700 | $2,750 |
| Old West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 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 Studio unit found at Nob Hill Apartments priced from $1,125. 125 Hill Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Old West Side apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nob Hill Apartments | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 923 S 7th St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| 618 South Main Apartments | Studio 1 Bath 447 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,847 |
| Tradewind Apartments | Two Bed Bi Level | 2BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Side, MI
As of November 10, 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 Bedroom Model at 421 S 7th St starting at $2,250 with a $1.73 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 | home | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 421 S 7th St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 832 S Main St | 832 | 3BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Ann Arbor City Club | Plan C2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Tradewind Apartments | Two Bed Bi Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.93 |
| 923 S 7th St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 417 S 7th St, Unit #1 | 417 S 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 415 S Revena Blvd, Unit 415 S Revena Blvd | 415 S Revena Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 818 Brown St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld West Side, Ann Arbor, MI
Ranked #28
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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 a cheap apartment in Old West Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old West Side is under $2,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Old West Side is Nob Hill Apartments which is listed at $1,230, while the average apartment in Old West Side costs $7,800.
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 7 regular apartments in Old West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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