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525 Walnut St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 436-2355
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The Lion

525 Walnut St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 436-2355
The Lion in Ann Arbor, MI - Building Photo
  • 2–3 Bedrooms
  • $2,670-$3,540Pricing
  • 870–1,220Square Feet

About The Lion

One block off of S. University, close to the CCRB. -Apartments come included with internet -Parking available for purchase -Apartments are fully furnished -Residents pays for gas, water and electric

The Lion is located in the Central Ann Arbor Neighborhood and 48104 Zip code of Ann Arbor, MI. This community is professionally managed by Prime Student Housing

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Lion offers 2 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,670 and having 870–1,220 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom Bi-level

    $2,670

    2 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 870 sq ft
    Available Aug 29, 2026

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,670August 29, 20262 Bedroom Bi-level870 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,670
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bedroom Flat

    $3,265

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 900-920 sq ft
    Available Aug 29, 2026

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,265August 29, 20263 Bedroom Flat900-920 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $3,265

    3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Flat

    $3,365

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1010 sq ft
    Available Aug 29, 2026

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,365August 29, 20263 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Flat1010 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $3,365

    3 Bedroom Bi-level

    $3,455

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1010 sq ft
    Available Aug 29, 2026

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,455August 29, 20263 Bedroom Bi-level1010 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $3,455

    3 Bedroom Tri-level

    $3,540

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1220 sq ft
    Available Aug 29, 2026
    Largest 3 BedroomThis is the largest 3 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,540August 29, 20263 Bedroom Tri-level1220 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $3,540
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 16 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 1966
  • Furnished

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$50
Due at Move-In
Administrative Fee$250

Other Fees

Parking Fees

Surface Lot

Parking Fee$100/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed
Google Map

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525 Walnut St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Getting Around

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

70 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about The Lion

Where is The Lion located?

The Lion is located at 525 Walnut St near the Central Ann Arbor area of Ann Arbor, MI

What is the current rent range at The Lion?

2 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at The Lion currently range from $2,670 to $3,540

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The The Lion Apartments are 2.35% cheaper than the average apartment in the Central Ann Arbor area, and 18.35% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Central Ann Arbor Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$2,670$2,725-$55-2.0%
    3 Bedroom$3,265$3,354-$89-2.7%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Ann Arbor

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$2,670$2,193+$47721.8%
    3 Bedroom$3,265$2,841+$42414.9%

    Methodology: On 09/11/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 358 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Lion (Central Ann Arbor), and 476 other apartment communities in Ann Arbor using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 09/11/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Huron High School

Ann Arbor Public Schools
2727 Fuller Road
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1635 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
10/10

Angell School

Ann Arbor Public Schools
1608 South University Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (298 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
9/10

Tappan Middle School

Ann Arbor Public Schools
2251 East Stadium Boulevard
Public School - Grades 6-8 (680 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
7/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Lion.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

317 S State St
1 minute drive / 0.54 miles away

Aldi

2340 Dexter Ave
5 minute drive / 2.52 miles away

Macy's

700 Briarwood Cir
5 minute drive / 2.79 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Michigan at Ann Arbor

500 South State Steeet
1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

Washtenaw Community College

4800 East Huron River Drive
7 minute drive / 3.53 miles away

Eastern Michigan University

900 Oakwood Street
11 minute drive / 5.23 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

2340 Dexter Ave
5 minute drive / 2.52 miles away

Galleria Market

3099-3111 Packard Rd
6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away

Meijer

3825 Carpenter Rd
9 minute drive / 4.21 miles away

Hospitals

University Of Michigan Health System

1500 E Medical Center Drive, Spc 5474
1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

St. Joseph Mercy Hospital

5301 E Huron River Dr
8 minute drive / 3.8 miles away

Forest Health Medical Center

135 S Prospect St
15 minute drive / 7.18 miles away

Shopping Centers

Ann Arbor Plaza

1220 S University Dr
1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away

Tally Hall/ann Arbor

Liberty
1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

Liberty Square

505 E Liberty St
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

The Lion has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Ann Arbor Studio Apartments $1,723$921$3,383
Ann Arbor 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,748$703$4,043
Ann Arbor 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,193$879$4,349
Ann Arbor 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,841$1,272$5,355
Ann Arbor 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,672$999$9,500
Ann Arbor 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,064$895$7,949
Ann Arbor 6 Bedroom Apartments $6,549$1,295$8,999

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