
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South University Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $500 (161 Rentals)
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533 Elizabeth St

1803 Hill St

Huron Towers

533 Elizabeth St

1116 Packard St

707 S Division St

926 Dewey

1540 Packard St, Unit Apt 2

Haven on Geddes
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Dean Apartments

810 S Main St

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Abbey

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Forest Plaza Apartments

Evergreen Apartments

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323 Packard St

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812 Mary St

407 N Ashley St

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Island Drive
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332 E William St

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535 Packard St, Unit 3 and 4

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813 S Main St

528 S 5th Ave

528 S 5th Ave

805 E Huron St

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Tradewind Apartments

414 Division

420 Hill St

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Michigan Terrace
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The Viscount

The Algonquin

802 S Main St

307 Thompson - Furnished Studios

Fritz Lofts

522 N Division St

503 Church St

125 Hill Street Apartments

817 Arch St

Heritage House
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607 Hill St

1303 Wilmot St, Unit 21

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1411 Golden Ave, Unit 3

109 N Thayer St

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Bradford House

Kingsley Apartments

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832 Packard St

2260 Fuller Ct

628 Packard St

1014 Granger Ave
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South University, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South University Studio Apartments | $1,685 | $1,150 | $2,585 |
| South University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $825 | $2,930 |
| South University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $846 | $4,175 |
| South University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $887 | $4,575 |
| South University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $900 | $4,400 |
| South University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $750 | $5,500 |
| South University 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,375 | $1,321 | $7,200 |
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Cheapest Available South University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South University area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 1803 Hill St priced from $825. 810 S Main St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable South University apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1803 Hill St | 1803 Hill St. | 1BR,3BA | $825 |
| 810 S Main St | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Forest Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 812 Mary St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 323 Packard St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Island Drive | Efficiency Phase 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,224 |
| 420 Hill St | S 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Algonquin | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,408 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South University, MI
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the South University area is the $0.30 price per square foot 1803 Hill St. Model at 1803 Hill St in the in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value South University apartment is the 1540 Packard St Model at 1540 Packard St, Unit Apt 2 starting at $950 with a $0.35 price per square foot in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1803 Hill St | 1803 Hill St. | 1BR,3.5BA | $0.30 |
| 1540 Packard St, Unit Apt 2 | 1540 Packard St | 4BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 807 S Main St | House | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 533 Elizabeth St, Unit 533 Elizabeth | 533 Elizabeth St | 5BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| Vic Village North | 4B - Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $1.47 |
| Brown Street Apartments - 10 Min from UofM | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Saga Ann Arbor | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Bradford House | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Algonquin | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 323 Packard St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South University is under $1,408.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South University?
The cheapest apartment in South University is 1803 Hill St which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in South University costs $4,795.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South University?
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 University 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 University?
Cheap apartments in South University have an average cost of $1,373 which is $3,422 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South University.
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