
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sanford, MI from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Gaylord Street Apartments

Parkside Apartments

Rest All Suites

Northwind Forest

Eastlawn Arms Apartments

Meadows Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments
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The Dean - Utilities Included

Chase Run Apartments

French Quarters Apartments

Rockway Village (Shepherd 33 LLC)

Center City Lofts

Horizon Court Apartments

The Forum Apartments

Park Place Apartments
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Foster Apartments

Cambridge Terrace

Midland Manor Apartments

Heritage Arms

Oakwood Place

Canterbury East Apartments

Woodland Place Apartments

Robin Oaks
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Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community

1316 S Michigan Ave

11101 E Pickard Rd

311 Adams St

703 E Chippewa St

Woodside Apartments

6134 Detroit St

501 S University Ave
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1419 4th St

726 S 10th St

1209 Gratiot Ave

116 N Kinney Ave

Mulberry Lane Apartments

3225 King Ct

814 S Porter St

1317 Colorado Ct
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1307 Colorado Ct

2257 S Niagara St

6230 Natchez Dr

5905 Griggs Dr
Sanford, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sanford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Studio Apartments | $846 | $625 | $1,067 |
| Sanford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,021 | $545 | $1,609 |
| Sanford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $630 | $1,715 |
| Sanford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $975 | $1,875 |
| Sanford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $425 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Sanford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sanford, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkside Apartments priced from $598. Rest All Suites has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sanford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $598 |
| Rest All Suites | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $754 |
| The Dean - Utilities Included | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $804 |
| French Quarters Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Horizon Court Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Midland Manor Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Canterbury East Apartments | Deluxe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Cambridge Terrace | 2U - 2 Bedroom Upper | 2BR,1BA | $969 |
| Mulberry Lane Apartments | The Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sanford, MI and Nearby
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sanford area is the $0.30 price per square foot Townhome Model at Appian Way Apartments in the starting from $425. The second greatest value Sanford apartment is the Unit 17 Model at Cherry Street Town Houses starting at $1,300 with a $0.95 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Sanford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appian Way Apartments | Townhome | 4BR,2BA | $0.30 |
| Cherry Street Town Houses | Unit 17 | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Mulberry Lane Apartments | The Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Robin Oaks | Robin Oaks - B01 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cambridge Terrace | 2L - 2 Bedroom Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Edge at 1815 - Student Housing | Two Bedroom Two Bath Apartment *Per Person Rates | 2BR,2BA | $0.51 |
| Village at Bluegrass | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Canterbury East Apartments | Deluxe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| French Quarters Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Parkside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sanford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sanford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sanford Apartment is $545 at Gaylord Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sanford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sanford is starting from $630 at Parkside Apartments.
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