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South Lyon, MI Local Guide

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 Waterview Farms Apartments in the Liberty Park neighborhood priced from $965. Waters Edge Apartments in the Pinehurst neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,039. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Lyon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waterview Farms Apartments1x1 693sf1BR,1BA$965
Waters Edge Apartments1BDRM 1BATH1BR,1BA$1,039
Kensington Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lyon, MI and Nearby

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Lyon area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3B Model at Encore at Lake Forest Trail in the in the Downtown Brighton neighborhood starting from $2,697. The second greatest value South Lyon apartment is the A1 with 1 car attached garage Model at Ivy Townhomes starting at $2,499 with a $1.59 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Encore at Lake Forest Trail3B3BR,2.5BA$1.56
Ivy TownhomesA1 with 1 car attached garage3BR,2.5BA$1.59
Donovan TownhomesRenovated 3 bed / 1 Bath South Lyon Townhome *...3BR,1BA$1.48
The Springs Apartment HomesPetunia2BR,1BA$1.60
Rickett Road ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
Pendleton Park ApartmentsWindsor1BR,1BA$1.58
Waters Edge Apartments2BD 1BATH Upgraded2BR,1BA$1.47
Brookdale Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.55
Kensington Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.49
Waterview Farms Apartments1x1 693sf1BR,1BA$1.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Lyon

What type of rentals are currently available in South Lyon?

There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in South Lyon, MI with pricing that ranges from $881 to $4,300. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Lyon ranging from $803 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Lyon?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Lyon ranges from $803 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,841.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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