
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ypsilanti, MI from $500 (57 Rentals)
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The Lake Shore Apartments

226 W Michigan Ave

Camelot Apartments

108 Washtenaw Ave

211 N Washington St

River Drive Apartments

The Ranches Of Rosebrook
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Covington Apartments

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Village Grove of Ypsilanti

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The Villas

Schooner Cove

Golfside Lake
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1100 W Michigan Ave

203 E Cross St, Unit Apt 2

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Ypsilanti, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ypsilanti?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Ypsilanti Studio Apartments | $1,139 | $800 | $1,540 |
Cheap Ypsilanti 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $775 | $2,748 |
Cheap Ypsilanti 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $925 | $3,314 |
Cheap Ypsilanti 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $1,300 | $2,575 |
Cheap Ypsilanti 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $2,233 | $2,233 |
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Ypsilanti, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ypsilanti, MI
Pricing Updated: 07/01/2025Current apartment rentals in the Ypsilanti, MI area range in price from $775 to $3,534 with an overall median price of $3,534. The three Ypsilanti neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are College Heights at $885, Depot Town at $775, and Downtown Ypsilanti at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ypsilanti Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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College Heights | $3,534 | $885 | 207 |
Depot Town | $3,534 | $775 | 92 |
Downtown Ypsilanti | $3,534 | $850 | 68 |
Ford Lake | $3,534 | $775 | 53 |
Gault Village | $3,534 | $775 | 97 |
Midtown Ypsilanti | $3,534 | $895 | 4 |
Nancy Park | $3,534 | $775 | 91 |
Normal Park | $3,534 | $885 | 208 |
Prospect Park | $3,534 | $775 | 91 |
Cheapest Available Ypsilanti Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ypsilanti, MI is a Studio unit found at 211 N Washington St in the Aspen Ridge Village neighborhood priced from $900. 108 Washtenaw Ave in the Aspen Ridge Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ypsilanti apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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211 N Washington St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
108 Washtenaw Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Towne Centre Place 62+ | Senior Income-Based 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $912 |
The Ranches Of Rosebrook | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom (Legacy) | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Aspen Chase | Algonac | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Village Grove of Ypsilanti | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
922 Holmes Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
The Red Lion | GATED ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
The Villas | The Archibald | 2BR,1BA | $1,029 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ypsilanti, MI
As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ypsilanti area is the $0.88 price per square foot One Bedroom Apartment Model at Cross Street Village in the in the Aspen Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Ypsilanti apartment is the Spacious 3bd Model at Oakridge Apartments starting at $1,699 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Prospect Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ypsilanti apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cross Street Village | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Oakridge Apartments | Spacious 3bd | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Arbor Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Sparrow Wood | Finchwood | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
The Villas | The Donahue | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
River Drive Apartments | Birch with Balcony 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
311 Jarvis Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Lake Pointe | Lake Pointe- Small | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
922 Holmes Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Campbell Apartments | Campbell Apartments NEW - 760-9 | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Ypsilanti Overview
Whether you like the hustle and bustle of university life, the quiet settings of great outdoor spaces, or prefer to enjoy Midwest history, life in Ypsilanti apartments has plenty to offer. Eastern Michigan University has more than 20,000 students, set against a preserved historic Ypsilanti downtown that evokes memories of America's great industrial history. Ypsilanti is close to Detroit, making it easy to get out of town for business or family holidays.
Why live in Ypsilanti, MI?
Ypsilanti is a great combination of university town and historic Midwest city. The university and the city host several cultural events, and food options range from classic American to a wide variety of international cuisines. When you need to get away from it all or want to expand your horizons, Ypsilanti's location between Ann Arbor and Detroit gives you several options.
Pet Friendly LifestyleYpsilanti, MI
Ranked #26
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Ypsilanti, MI
Childs Elementary School
Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College
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Getting Around Ypsilanti, MI
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
16 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ypsilanti Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ypsilanti?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ypsilanti is under $1,029.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ypsilanti?
The cheapest apartment in Ypsilanti is Towne Centre Place 62+ which is listed at $912, while the average apartment in Ypsilanti costs $3,534.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ypsilanti?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 212 regular apartments in Ypsilanti that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Ypsilanti?
Cheap apartments in Ypsilanti have an average cost of $881 which is $2,653 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ypsilanti.
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