
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Lyon, MI from $600 (55 Rentals)
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1257 Oxford Manor Ct, Unit 1

151 E McHattie St, Unit 2

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1256 Oxford Manor Ct, Unit 1

151 E McHattie St, Unit 6

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Westlake Place Apartments

Donovan Townhomes

11222 Shady Brook Ct

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113 W Liberty St, Unit 3 Bedroom 1 Bathhroom

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Oxford Manor Apartments

204 Princeton Dr

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Starlight Mobile Home Park

660-672 Flint Rd
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Ore Creek Apartments

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The Marquette

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1814 Forbes

1824 Aldrin Ct

381 E Shore Dr

8208 Chesapeake Cir

25520 Portico Ln
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South Lyon, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lyon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lyon Studio Apartments | $1,310 | $940 | $1,681 |
| South Lyon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $881 | $2,162 |
| South Lyon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $925 | $4,043 |
| South Lyon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $1,500 | $3,268 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Lyon, MI
Pricing Updated: 06/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the South Lyon, MI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for South Lyon Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown South Lyon | $1,700 | $1,069 | 21 |
| Pinehurst | $1,700 | $1,069 | 21 |
Cheapest Available South Lyon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Lyon, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village Apartments in the Liberty Park neighborhood priced from $881. Starlight Mobile Home Park in the Downtown Brighton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Lyon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Village Apartments | Primrose | 1BR,1BA | $881 |
| Starlight Mobile Home Park | POH - Park Owned Home | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| 660-672 Flint Rd | Flint Road Apartments - Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Stone Ridge Apartments | Orchid | 1BR,1BA | $946 |
| Waterview Farms Apartments | 1x1 693sf | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| The Springs Apartment Homes | Verbena | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Rickett Road Apartments | Rickett Road Apartments - One Bedroom - Availab... | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Town & Country Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Waters Edge Apartments | 1BD 1BATH Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lyon, MI and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lyon area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms Model at Aberdeen of Brighton Apartments in the in the Downtown Brighton neighborhood starting from $2,248. The second greatest value South Lyon apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Brookwood Farms Apartments starting at $1,637 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Pinehurst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lyon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen of Brighton Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Brookwood Farms Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Rickett Road Apartments | Rickett Road Apartments - Two Bedroom **HALF OF... | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Whitmore Lake Apartments | Kirkmore Lower | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 1256 Oxford Manor Ct, Unit 1 | 1256 Oxford Manor Ct | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Ore Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Waters Edge Apartments | 1BD 1BATH Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Starlight Mobile Home Park | POH - Park Owned Home | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1257 Oxford Manor Ct, Unit 1 | 1257 Oxford Manor Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Waterview Farms Apartments | 1x1 693sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lyon Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lyon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lyon Apartment is $881 at The Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Lyon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lyon is starting from $925 at Starlight Mobile Home Park.
What is the most affordable South Lyon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Lyon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Donovan Townhomes and starts from $1,700.
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