Cheap Homes for Rent in the Thurston Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $600 (29 Rentals)

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property at 1241 Island Dr

$699

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$699

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$699

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1241 Island Dr, Unit 2

1241 Island Dr
Ann ArborMI48105
property at 555 E William St

$1,600 - $2,200

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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555 E William St

Ann ArborMI48104

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property at 1249 Island Dr

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1249 Island Dr, Unit 104

1249 Island Dr
Ann ArborMI48105
property at 3234 Bolgos Cir

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3234 Bolgos Cir, Unit 3234 Bolgos Circle

3234 Bolgos Cir
Ann ArborMI48105

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property at 309 N Ingalls St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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309 N Ingalls St, Unit 1

309 N Ingalls St
Ann ArborMI48104
property at 555 E William St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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555 E William St, Unit 22E

555 E William St
Ann ArborMI48104

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property at 2838 S Knightsbridge Cir

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2838 S Knightsbridge Cir

Ann ArborMI48105
property at 1598 Jones Dr

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

1598 Jones Dr

Ann ArborMI48105

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Thurston, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Thurston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Thurston area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 1803 Hill St priced from $825. Forest Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Thurston apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1803 Hill St1803 Hill St.1BR,3BA$825
Forest Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
323 Packard St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
812 Mary St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Island DriveEfficiency Phase 2Studio,1BA$1,224
Traver CourtsKipling1BR,1BA$1,329
420 Hill StS 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,375
The Algonquin2 Bedroom Flat2BR,1BA$1,408

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thurston, MI

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thurston 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 Thurston apartment is the House Model at 807 S Main St starting at $2,900 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the North Central Ann Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thurston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1803 Hill St1803 Hill St.1BR,3.5BA$0.30
807 S Main StHouse3BR,1BA$1.32
518 Monroe StHouse ($1200/person - 6 person total)6BR,3BA$0.59
533 Elizabeth St, Unit 533 Elizabeth533 Elizabeth St5BR,1BA$0.50
Vic Village North4B - Deluxe4BR,4BA$1.47
Traver RidgeThe George2BR,2BA$1.50
Traver CrossingThe Au Sable2BR,1BA$1.45
Haven on GeddesSingle Level 'Ranch' Style Apartment Home - Deluxe3BR,1.5BA$1.51
Saga Ann ArborC13BR,2BA$1.51
Z Place ApartmentsB1 Alt1 - 2x12BR,1BA$0.98

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Thurston, Ann Arbor, MI

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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Thurston

What type of rentals are currently available in Thurston?

There are currently 498 Apartments for Rent in Thurston, MI with pricing that ranges from $750 to $7,200. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Thurston ranging from $699 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Thurston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Thurston ranges from $699 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,795.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Thurston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Thurston range from $887 to $4,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,150 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $949.

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