
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Ann Arbor Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $865 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Ann Arbor area of Ann Arbor.


2130-2132 Washtenaw Ave, Unit 2132

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1540 Packard St, Unit Apt 2

Mulberry Row Apartments

Carleton Court

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Ann Arbor Woods

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1516 Jewett St, Unit 2

Arbor Apartments

1531 Packard St
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Arbor Hills Apartments

1443 Jewett Ave

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State Street Village

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Pine Valley

Ivanhoe Apartments

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The George
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The Villas at Main Street

225 Briarcrest, Unit 202

1014 Granger Ave

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2502 Packard St, Unit SI ID1596496P

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Ponds at Georgetown Apartments

2824 Whitewood St

2824 Whitewood St

2317 Packard St
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1600 Packard St

1322 S Forest Ave

1531 Packard St

Eastwind Apartments

275 Briarcrest Dr

2232 Pittsfield Blvd

3139 Professional Dr

2245 S Main St

900 Woodlawn Ave
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3166 Platt Rd

2824 Whitewood St
South Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Ann Arbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Ann Arbor Studio Apartments | $1,379 | $865 | $1,901 |
| South Ann Arbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $1,000 | $2,729 |
| South Ann Arbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,094 | $1,064 | $3,789 |
| South Ann Arbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,885 | $950 | $3,347 |
| South Ann Arbor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $980 | $4,542 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Ann Arbor Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available South Ann Arbor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Ann Arbor area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Mulberry Row Apartments priced from $1,000. Ann Arbor Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,064. Here are the most affordable South Ann Arbor apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mulberry Row Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR, 1BA | $1,000 |
| Ann Arbor Woods | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,064 |
| Hidden Valley Club | The Rivard | 1BR, 1BA | $1,073 |
| Arbor Village Apartments | The Tappan | 2BR, 2BA | $1,304 |
| Arbor Haus Apartments - Ann Arbor, MI | The Lloyd - Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1,349 |
| Arbor Hills Apartments | CM2B1B | 2BR, 1BA | $1,375 |
| Homestead Commons | B | 2BR, 1BA | $1,395 |
| State Street Village | Miller | 2BR, 2BA | $1,499 |
| Pine Valley | 2 Bedroom Hearthstone 2nd Floor | 2BR, 1BA | $1,510 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Ann Arbor, MI
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Ann Arbor area is the $1.00 price per square foot House Model at 1532 Packard St in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value South Ann Arbor apartment is the 1540 Packard St Model at 1540 Packard St, Unit Apt 2 in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood starting at $980 with a $0.49 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Ann Arbor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1532 Packard St | House | 5BR, 2.5BA | $1.00 |
| 1540 Packard St, Unit Apt 2 | 1540 Packard St | 4BR, 2BA | $0.49 |
| State Street Village | Miller | 2BR, 2BA | $1.59 |
| The Villas at Main Street | The Arbor | 1BR, 1BA | $1.87 |
| Homestead Commons | B | 2BR, 1BA | $1.59 |
| Pine Valley | 2 Bedroom Alpine 2nd Floor | 2BR, 1BA | $1.82 |
| Arbor Haus Apartments - Ann Arbor, MI | The Coleman - Renovated | 2BR, 1BA | $1.79 |
| Arbor Hills Apartments | BG2G1B | 2BR, 1BA | $1.76 |
| Mulberry Row Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR, 1BA | $1.38 |
| Hidden Valley Club | The Rivard | 1BR, 1BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Ann Arbor Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Ann Arbor?
The cheapest apartment in South Ann Arbor is Mulberry Row Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in South Ann Arbor costs $1,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Ann Arbor?
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 96 regular apartments in South Ann Arbor 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 South Ann Arbor?
Cheap apartments in South Ann Arbor have an average cost of $1,639 which is $360 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Ann Arbor.
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