
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Main Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $800 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Main area of Ann Arbor.


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812 Mary St

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535 Packard St, Unit 3 and 4

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813 S Main St

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Tradewind Apartments

125 Hill Street Apartments
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420 Hill St

802 S Main St

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522-524 Packard St

707 S Division St

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Hoover + Greene

109 Adams Ave
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832 S Main St

123 Adams St

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807 S Main St

126 Hill St

Tradewinds Apartments

912 Sybil St
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526 Packard

The Sans Souci

705 S Division St

511 E Hoover St

520 Packard St

728 S Main St
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1054 S Main St

908 Sybil St

818 Brown 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 | $2,132 | $1,805 | $2,520 |
| South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $1,000 | $2,930 |
| South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $1,350 | $2,550 |
| South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,842 | $2,700 | $2,995 |
| South Main 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,550 | $3,550 |
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There are currently 27 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 810 S Main St priced from $1,125. 812 Mary St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable South Main 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 |
| 812 Mary St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 420 Hill St | S 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 522-524 Packard St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Hoover + Greene | S - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,805 |
| 807 S Main St | House | 3BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| 720 S Main St | House | 4BR,1BA | $3,550 |
| 415 Benjamin St | 5 Beds/4.5 Baths | 5BR,4BA | $4,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, MI
As of August 18, 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. |
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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 | 829 Unit #5 | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 812 Mary St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 535 Packard St, Unit 3 and 4 | 535 Packard St | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 810 S Main St | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 522-524 Packard St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| 402 Hill St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| 801 S Main St - Free Parking Included! | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
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 $4,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Main?
The cheapest apartment in South Main is 810 S Main St which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in South Main costs $1,925.
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 21 regular apartments in South Main that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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