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130 College Pl, Unit 1
130 College PlYpsilanti, MI 48197
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719 W Cross St
719 W Cross StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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404 W Forest AveYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Renaissance Apartments
516 Saint Johns StYpsilanti, MI 48197
118 College Pl
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238 N Summit St, Unit Apt 2
238 N Summit StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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River Drive Apartments
1420 Gregory StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Arbor One Apartments
799 Green RdYpsilanti, MI 48198
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736 Campbell AveYpsilanti, MI 48198
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The Red Lion
159-209 S Grove StYpsilanti, MI 48198
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127 College Pl - Utilities Included
127 College PlYpsilanti, MI 48197
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1110-1130 N Huron River DrYpsilanti, MI 48197
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504 Saint Johns St
504 Saint JohnYpsilanti, MI 48197
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1100 W Michigan Ave
1100 W Michigan AveYpsilanti, MI 48197
526 N Huron St
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715 Washtenaw Road
715 Washtenaw RdYpsilanti, MI 48197
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533-537 W Cross St
533-537 W Cross StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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210 W Cross StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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406 N Hamilton St, Unit 4
406 N Hamilton StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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507 N Washington St
507 N Washington StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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206 N Normal St
206 N Normal StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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208 N Hamilton St
208 N Hamilton StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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508 N Hamilton St
508 N Hamilton StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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207 Perrin St
207 Perrin StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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424 Madison St
424 Madison StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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EMUCampus Apt Bldg
512 WashtenawYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Eagles Nest Apartments
329 Jarvis StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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North Rosewood
755-825 N Rosewood StYpsilanti, MI 48198
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North Redwood
720-820 N Redwood AveYpsilanti, MI 48198
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Browning Court Apartments
711-799 Browning CtYpsilanti, MI 48198
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108 Washtenaw Ave
108 Washtenaw AveYpsilanti, MI 48197
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211 N Washington St
211 N Washington StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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815-829 E George Pl
815-829 E George PlYpsilanti, MI 48198
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525 N Adams St
525 N Adams StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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922 Holmes Apartments
922-948 Holmes RdYpsilanti, MI 48198
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224 W Michigan
224-226 W Michigan AveYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Hamilton Crossing
596 S Hamilton StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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314 Pearl St
314 Pearl StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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410 W Forest Ave
410 W Forest AveYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Towne Centre Place 62+
401 W Michigan AveYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Forest Court Apartments
707-844 Forest CtYpsilanti, MI 48198
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220 N Hamilton St
220 N Hamilton StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Tower Apartments
913 Washtenaw AveYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Arbor One West
815-855 Green RdYpsilanti, MI 48198
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The Landing
416 Perrin StYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Forrest Knoll Apartments
693 Arbor DrYpsilanti, MI 48197
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Downtown Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Ypsilanti Studio Apartments | $918 | $715 | $1,237 |
| Downtown Ypsilanti 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $900 | $1,502 |
| Downtown Ypsilanti 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $900 | $1,800 |
| Downtown Ypsilanti 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $1,162 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Ypsilanti 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $450 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Ypsilanti Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Ypsilanti area of Ypsilanti, MI is a Studio unit found at 206 N Normal St priced from $650. 208 N Hamilton St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $660. Here are the most affordable Downtown Ypsilanti apartments for rent in Ypsilanti, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 206 N Normal St | 206-2 Room for rent | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 208 N Hamilton St | Studio/ Shared Bath | Studio,1BA | $660 |
| River Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Renaissance Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Towne Centre Place 62+ | Senior Income-Based 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $943 |
| Campbell Apartments | Campbell Apartments NEW - 800-2... | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Arbor One Apartments | The Bronco | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 127 College Pl - Utilities Included | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| River Drive Apartments | Maple Garden Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| 715 Washtenaw Road | 715-777 Washtenaw- Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Ypsilanti, MI
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Ypsilanti area is the $1.03 price per square foot 110 Woodward St Model at 110 Woodward St, Unit Lower Level in the in the Blue Heron Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Downtown Ypsilanti apartment is the Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Cross Street Village starting at $1,350 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Aspen Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Ypsilanti apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 110 Woodward St, Unit Lower Level | 110 Woodward St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cross Street Village | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Red Lion | GATED TWO BEDROOM WITH LAUNDRY | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Peninsular Place | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| 802 Lowell St, Unit #2 | 802 Lowell St | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1100 W Michigan Ave | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| River Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 127 College Pl - Utilities Included | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Campbell Apartments | Campbell Apartments NEW - 800-2... | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 208 N Hamilton St | Studio/ Shared Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Ypsilanti Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Ypsilanti is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti is River Street Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 42 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Ypsilanti?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Ypsilanti have an average cost of $678 which is $1,822 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Ypsilanti.
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