Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South University Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $700 (96 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South University area of Ann Arbor.

Island Drive

1116 White St

323 Packard St

The Forum Apartments

Nob Hill Apartments

1328 Geddes Ave

408 E Jefferson St
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The Sans Souci

618 Packard St

811 S 5th Ave

505 E Hoover Ave

317 E Ann St

Forest Plaza Apartments

903 Mary St

601 E William St

1340 N University Ct

630 Packard St
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407 N Ashley St

Huron Towers

809 E Kingsley St

1028 Fuller Rd

Tradewind Apartments

120 N Division St

307 Thompson - Furnished Studios

Carriage House Apartments

813 S Main St

1322 S Forest Ave
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322 S Division St

226 Packard St

332 E William St

927 S Forest Ave

520 Packard St

912 Brown St

832 Packard St

518 S 4th Ave

705 S Division St

Park Plaza
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316 N State St

Varsity Management
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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 | $1,772 | $1,075 | $3,383 |
| South University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $850 | $4,043 |
| South University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $1,099 | $4,349 |
| South University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,255 | $4,575 |
| South University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $999 | $6,040 |
| South University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,520 | $1,299 | $7,100 |
| South University 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,809 | $1,295 | $9,200 |
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There are currently 96 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South University Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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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 731 Packard priced from $850. Island Drive has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable South University apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 731 Packard | Single Bedroom October to December | 1BR, | $850 |
| Island Drive | One Bedroom Phase 3 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 1100 Hill St | 2 Bed/1 Bath AVAILABLE NOW! | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Sans Souci | Two Bedroom AVAILABLE NOW! | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Foundry Lofts | B2b-2x2 Double Occupant | 2BR,2BA | $1,220 |
| Landmark | 4X2C | 4BR,2BA | $1,315 |
| 809 E Kingsley St | Small Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Forest Plaza Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| Huron Towers | 6 | Studio,1BA | $1,465 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South University, MI
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the South University area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom House Model at 1307 Belmar Pl in the in the New West Side neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value South University apartment is the 1315 Washtenaw Model at 1315 Washtenaw Ave starting at $1,444 with a $0.58 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1307 Belmar Pl | 3 Bedroom House | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1315 Washtenaw Ave | 1315 Washtenaw | 5BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| City Place Ann Arbor | City Townhome | 6BR,5BA | $0.56 |
| 807 S Main St | House | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 510 Mack Rd | 510 Mack | 5BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| 507 Mack Rd | 507 Mack | 4BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| 1344 Wilmot Ct | 1344 Wilmot | 4BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| The Barrister | 6BR/2.0BA | 6BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| 1329 S University Ave | 1329.5 S. University | 5BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
| 1348 Wilmot Ct | 1348 Wilmot | 6BR,2BA | $0.94 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South University Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South University?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South University is at Nob Hill Apartments listed at $1,125.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South University Apartment is $850 at 731 Packard.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South University Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South University is starting from $1,090 at 1100 Hill St.
What is the most affordable South University Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Foundry Lofts and starts from $1,549.
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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