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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

South Lyon, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Lyon, MI

Pricing Updated: 06/14/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown South Lyon$1,700$1,06921
Pinehurst$1,700$1,06921

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 $868. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village ApartmentsPrimrose1BR,1BA$868
Starlight Mobile Home ParkPOH - Park Owned Home2BR,1BA$925
660-672 Flint RdFlint Road Apartments - StudioStudio,1BA$940
Stone Ridge ApartmentsOrchid1BR,1BA$945
Waterview Farms Apartments1x1 693sf1BR,1BA$985

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

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lyon area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Brookwood Farms Apartments in the in the Pinehurst neighborhood starting from $1,637. The second greatest value South Lyon apartment is the Rickett Road Apartments - Two Bedroom **HALF OF... Model at Rickett Road Apartments starting at $1,175 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Downtown Brighton 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.
Brookwood Farms Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.35
Rickett Road ApartmentsRickett Road Apartments - Two Bedroom **HALF OF...2BR,1BA$1.18
Whitmore Lake ApartmentsKirkmore Lower2BR,2BA$1.25
1256 Oxford Manor Ct, Unit 11256 Oxford Manor Ct2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Ore Creek Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.47
Waters Edge Apartments1BD 1BATH Upgraded1BR,1BA$1.45
Kensington Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.46
Starlight Mobile Home ParkPOH - Park Owned Home2BR,1BA$1.16
1257 Oxford Manor Ct, Unit 11257 Oxford Manor Ct1BR,1BA$1.44
Waterview Farms Apartments1x1 693sf1BR,1BA$1.42

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Lyon

What type of rentals are currently available in South Lyon?

There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in South Lyon, MI with pricing that ranges from $868 to $4,043. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Lyon ranging from $1,199 to $13,300.

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 $1,199 to $13,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,498.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.