
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Main Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $900 (13 Rentals)
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811 S 5th Ave

810 S Main St

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The Sans Souci

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420 Hill St

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813 S Main St

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812 Mary St

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728 S Main St
South Main, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Main?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Main Studio Apartments | $2,177 | $1,250 | $2,525 |
| South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,100 | $3,000 |
| South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $1,300 | $2,400 |
| South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $2,700 | $2,900 |
| South Main 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,050 | $3,550 | $6,000 |
| South Main 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
| South Main 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,860 | $7,200 | $8,400 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Main Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available South Main Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Main area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 911 South Main Street priced from $1,100. 420 Hill St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 911 South Main Street | Single Bed August to December | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 420 Hill St | S 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 812 Mary St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $1,848 |
| Tradewind Apartments | Two Bed Bi Level | 2BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, MI
As of February 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Main 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 South Main 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 South Main apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 807 S Main St | House | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 720 S Main St | House | 4BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 832 S Main St | 832 | 3BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 812 Mary St | House | 3BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Tradewind Apartments | Two Bed Bi Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Brown Street Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 511 E Hoover St | #16 1 Bedroom Bi-level WINTER SEMESTER (2max) | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Hoover + Greene | S - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
| 420 Hill St | S 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Main Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Main?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Main is under $3,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Main?
The cheapest apartment in South Main is 911 South Main Street which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in South Main costs $8,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Main?
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 24 regular apartments in South Main 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 Main?
Cheap apartments in South Main have an average cost of $2,533 which is $5,567 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Main.
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