
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Ann Arbor Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $500 (72 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Ann Arbor area of Ann Arbor.


840 W Huron St, Unit 1

Manchester Flats

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985 Northwood St

Varsity Management - 1015 W. Huron

Jackson West

810 S Main St

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Hillcrest / Park Place

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Nob Hill Apartments

807 W Madison St
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Evergreen Apartments

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813 S Main St

Wyndham Hill Apartments

Charlton Apartments

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1300 Hutchins Ave, Unit Apartment 1

Mapleridge Apartments

1018 Gott St

Arbor Landings

802 S Main St

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2118 Pauline Blvd, Unit #308
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The Park at Sagebrush Circle

Atrio Apartment Homes

Varsity Management – 723 W Madison

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618 South Main Apartments

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408 Montgomery Ave

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717 W Huron St

Maple Cove of Ann Arbor

Avant Apartments

829 Miller Ave, Unit 2

401 W Hoover Ave, Unit 6
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714 W Liberty St

401 W Hoover Ave, Unit 5

604 Miller Ave, Unit 2

1123 Joyce Ln

Lurie Terrace Senior Apartments

805 Spring St

2211 Dexter Ave

Surrey Park

801 W Madison

811 5th St
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Ashley Manor

Manchester West

520 N Ashley St

923 S 7th St

610 S Ashley St

908 Spring St

Huron Flats

2116 Pauline Blvd

West Huron Apartments

324 S Ashley St
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West Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Ann Arbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ann Arbor Studio Apartments | $1,839 | $1,150 | $2,972 |
| West Ann Arbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $1,049 | $6,460 |
| West Ann Arbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,099 | $4,117 |
| West Ann Arbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,460 | $1,499 | $3,500 |
| West Ann Arbor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,925 | $3,550 | $4,300 |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Ann Arbor Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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Cheapest Available West Ann Arbor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Ann Arbor area of Ann Arbor, MI is a 3 Beds unit found at 1722 W Liberty St priced from $967. 985 Northwood St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable West Ann Arbor apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1722 W Liberty St | 3 Bedroom (Per Person - $967) | 3BR,2BA | $967 |
| 985 Northwood St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Manchester Flats | The Kent | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 810 S Main St | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Hillcrest / Park Place | The Sycamore | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Surrey Park | Studio, One Bath (Sp) | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 807 W Madison St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Manchester West | The Aphrodite | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Mapleridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Jackson West | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Ann Arbor, MI
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Ann Arbor 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 West Ann Arbor 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 West Ann Arbor 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 |
| 1722 W Liberty St | 3 Bedroom (Per Person - $967) | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Arbor Landings | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Jackson West | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Manchester West | The Aphrodite | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Mapleridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 807 W Madison St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Hillcrest / Park Place | The Sycamore | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Manchester Flats | The Kent | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Ann Arbor Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Ann Arbor?
The cheapest apartment in West Ann Arbor is 985 Northwood St which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in West Ann Arbor costs $3,925.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Ann Arbor?
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 39 regular apartments in West Ann Arbor 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 West Ann Arbor?
Cheap apartments in West Ann Arbor have an average cost of $988 which is $2,937 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Ann Arbor.
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