
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Ann Arbor Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $900 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Ann Arbor area of Ann Arbor.


Carleton Court

Arbor Apartments

Mulberry Row Apartments

Homestead Commons

Pine Valley
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3139 Professional Dr

Ivanhoe

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Ann Arbor Woods

Arbor Hills Apartments

Arbor Haus Apartments - Ann Arbor, MI

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Woodbury Gardens Apartments & Townhomes
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Arbor Village Apartments

225 Briarcrest, Unit 202, Unit 202

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1411 Golden Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

1014 Granger Ave

111 Fieldcrest St, Unit 205, Unit 205

The George
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The Villas at Main Street

2269 S Main St, Unit 2269 S.Main St., Unit 2269 S.Main St.

1600 Packard St

2319 Packard St

1322 S Forest Ave

Eastwind Apartments
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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 | $1,483 | $1,020 | $1,929 |
| South Ann Arbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $950 | $2,293 |
| South Ann Arbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $1,250 | $3,200 |
| South Ann Arbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,968 | $1,365 | $3,596 |
| South Ann Arbor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,346 | $3,200 | $3,539 |
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There are currently 26 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 2 Beds unit found at Mulberry Row Apartments priced from $1,250. Ivanhoe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. 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 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Ivanhoe | The Ivanhoe Apartments - Spacious 1 Bed / 1 Bat... | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Ann Arbor Woods | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,329 |
| Arbor Hills Apartments | CM2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Arbor Haus Apartments - Ann Arbor, MI | The Burton - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Pine Valley | 2 Bedroom 1st Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Woodbury Gardens Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath Apt. | 2BR,1BA | $1,518 |
| Homestead Commons | B | 2BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Hidden Valley Club | The Packard | 2BR,1BA | $1,639 |
| Across From UofM Campus - 1313 S State St | Now Available - 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Ann Arbor, MI
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Ann Arbor area is the $2.21 price per square foot 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath TH Model at Woodbury Gardens Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood starting from $2,827. The second greatest value South Ann Arbor apartment is the Greenwood Model at ReNew Ann Arbor starting at $2,309 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Bryant neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbury Gardens Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.21 |
| ReNew Ann Arbor | Greenwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Hidden Valley Club | The Packard | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Mulberry Row Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 3139 Professional Dr | 2 Bedroom with Washer/Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Homestead Commons | B | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Pine Valley | 2 Bedroom Hearthstone 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Arbor Hills Apartments | BG2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Arbor Haus Apartments - Ann Arbor, MI | The Burton - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Ivanhoe | The Ivanhoe Apartments - Spacious 1 Bed / 1 Bat... | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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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 Ivanhoe which is listed at $1,325, while the average apartment in South Ann Arbor costs $5,500.
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 87 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 $2,310 which is $3,190 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Ann Arbor.
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