
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old West Side Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $800 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old West Side area of Ann Arbor.


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Nob Hill Apartments

Evergreen Apartments

807 W Madison St

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813 S Main St

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Tradewind Apartments

802 S Main St

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912 Brown St
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125 Hill Street Apartments

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Brown Street Apartments - 10 Min from UofM

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714 W Liberty St

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408 Montgomery Ave

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618 South Main Apartments

401 W Hoover Ave, Unit 6

The Brady

401 W Hoover Ave, Unit 5
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525 6th Street, Unit Apt 1

821 W Liberty St

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431 3rd St, Unit 2

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417 S 7th St, Unit #1

Tradewinds Apartments

801 W Madison

923 S 7th St

811 5th St
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610 S Ashley St

324 S Ashley St

728 S Main St

814 Pauline Blvd

714 W Madison St

442 3rd St

818 Brown St

320 Koch Ave
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314 S Ashley St
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 | $1,881 | $1,150 | $2,972 |
| Old West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $1,125 | $6,460 |
| Old West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $850 | $4,117 |
| Old West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $1,456 | $3,000 |
| Old West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $1,315 | $3,550 |
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There are currently 33 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. 807 W Madison St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. 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 |
| 807 W Madison St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | E2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Brown Street Apartments - 10 Min from UofM | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Brady | Huron | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 618 South Main Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 771 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2,105 |
| 807 S Main St | House | 3BR,1BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Side, MI
As of July 24, 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. |
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| 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 | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 417 S 7th St, Unit #1 | 417 S 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 618 South Main Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 771 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 807 W Madison St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 431 3rd St, Unit 2 | 431 3rd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | E2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 810 S Main St | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old West Side Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old West Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old West Side Apartment is $1,125 at 810 S Main St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old West Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old West Side is starting from $1,500 at Nob Hill Apartments.
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