
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Area Ann Arbor, MI from $1,000 (20 Rentals)
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Hidden Valley Club

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South Area, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Area Studio Apartments | $2,393 | $1,090 | $2,758 |
| South Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $1,073 | $3,702 |
| South Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,704 | $1,200 | $4,424 |
| South Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $1,495 | $5,051 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Area Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available South Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Area area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Hidden Valley Club priced from $1,073. Spruce Knob Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable South Area apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Valley Club | The Rivard | 1BR,1BA | $1,073 |
| Spruce Knob Apartments | The Van Gogh | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Arbor Village Apartments | The Washtenaw Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,227 |
| Ann Arbor Woods | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,241 |
| Homestead Commons | B | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Area, MI
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Area area is the $1.62 price per square foot Plymouth Model at State Street Village in the in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood starting from $2,049. The second greatest value South Area apartment is the Sheldrake Model at Ponds at Georgetown Apartments starting at $2,038 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Street Village | Plymouth | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Ponds at Georgetown Apartments | Sheldrake | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Mulberry Row Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Ivanhoe | Spacious 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath, Hardwood Floors, Bal... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.76 |
| Woodbury Gardens Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath Apt. | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.99 |
| South Grove Apartments | HUME | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Mill Creek Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Arbor Village Apartments | The Washtenaw | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Homestead Commons | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Spruce Knob Apartments | The Van Gogh | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Area Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Area?
The cheapest apartment in South Area is Hidden Valley Club which is listed at $1,073, while the average apartment in South Area costs $2,537.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Area?
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 22 regular apartments in South Area 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 Area?
Cheap apartments in South Area have an average cost of $363 which is $2,174 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Area.
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