
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sanford, MI from $400 (39 Rentals)
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Lakeview Mobile Home Park

Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community

Parkside Apartments

Rest All Suites

Eastlawn Arms Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments

Woodland Place Apartments

Chase Run Apartments
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Rockway Village (Shepherd 33 LLC)

French Quarters Apartments

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The Dean - Utilities Included

Northwind Forest

Center City Lofts

Horizon Court Apartments

Foster Apartments

The Forum Apartments

Park Place Apartments
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Cambridge Terrace

Oakwood Place

Midland Manor Apartments

Heritage Arms

Canterbury East Apartments

Robin Oaks

Oak Tree Village Apartments

Gaylord Street Apartments

501 S University Ave
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2310 Jerome St

1932 Lowell Ave

1827 Gilbert St

311 Adams St

1019 E Broadway St

1807 Union Ave

Woodside Apartments

1524 Durand St

Mulberry Lane Apartments
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1603 Durand St

403 Polk St

4712 Jefferson Ave
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 | $835 | $625 | $1,046 |
| Sanford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $993 | $543 | $1,620 |
| Sanford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $630 | $2,472 |
| Sanford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $975 | $1,900 |
| Sanford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $425 | $425 | $425 |
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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 Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community priced from $543. Parkside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $598. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sanford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $543 |
| Parkside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $598 |
| Rest All Suites | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $810 |
| French Quarters Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Northwind Forest | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Horizon Court Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Cambridge Terrace | 1U - 1 Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Woodland Place Apartments | One Bedroom Haven | 1BR,1BA | $894 |
| Rockway Village (Shepherd 33 LLC) | Rockway Village - Two Bedroom - WAITLIST ONLY | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sanford, MI and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sanford area is the $0.27 price per square foot D3 Model at Village at Bluegrass in the starting from $500. The second greatest value Sanford apartment is the Townhome Model at Appian Way Apartments starting at $425 with a $0.30 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at Bluegrass | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $0.27 |
| Appian Way Apartments | Townhome | 4BR,2BA | $0.30 |
| Mulberry Lane Apartments | The Bedford | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Robin Oaks | Robin Oaks - B01 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Timber Creek Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Edge at 1815 - Student Housing | Two Bedroom Two Bath Apartment *Per Person Rates | 2BR,2BA | $0.51 |
| Cambridge Terrace | 1U - 1 Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| French Quarters Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 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 $543 at Cranbrook Terrace - Senior Community.
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.
What is the most affordable Sanford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sanford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timber Creek Apartments and starts from $975.
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