
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ford Lake Neighborhood of Ypsilanti, MI from $500 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ford Lake area of Ypsilanti.


1180-1198 E Cross St

108 Washtenaw Ave

211 N Washington St

The Ranches Of Rosebrook

Village Grove of Ypsilanti

Brookwood Apartments- Income restricted
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420 Emmet St

Laurel Bay

The Lake Shore Apartments

1100 W Michigan Ave

The Red Lion

715 Washtenaw Road

533-537 W Cross St

Cross Street Village
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434 N Hamilton St, Unit #1

811 Washtenaw Ave, Unit 1
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Ford Lake, Ypsilanti, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ford Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Lake Studio Apartments | $891 | $840 | $995 |
| Ford Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,087 | $775 | $1,350 |
| Ford Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $795 | $2,699 |
| Ford Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,350 | $1,600 |
| Ford Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ford Lake Neighborhood of Ypsilanti, MI.
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Cheapest Available Ford Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ford Lake area of Ypsilanti, MI is a Studio unit found at 703 Washtenaw Rd priced from $625. 206 N Normal St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Ford Lake apartments for rent in Ypsilanti, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 703 Washtenaw Rd | 703 - room | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| 206 N Normal St | 206-2 Room for rent | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 108 Washtenaw Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| 211 N Washington St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| Village Grove of Ypsilanti | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Harris & Cross Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Lake Pointe | Lake Pointe- Small | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| 1100 W Michigan Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Red Lion | GATED UPGRADED ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| The Ranches Of Rosebrook | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom (Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ford Lake, MI
As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ford Lake area is the $1.60 price per square foot Basswood Model at Redwood Ypsilanti in the in the Creekside Village East neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Ford Lake apartment is the One Bedroom Apartment Model at Cross Street Village starting at $1,100 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Aspen Ridge Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ford Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Ypsilanti | Basswood | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Cross Street Village | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Arbor Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Lake Shore Apartments | Ultimate Bacall | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Lake Pointe | Lake Pointe- Small | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1100 W Michigan Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Red Lion | GATED UPGRADED ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Harris & Cross Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Ranches Of Rosebrook | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom (Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Village Grove of Ypsilanti | 1x1 575sf 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFord Lake, Ypsilanti, MI
Ranked #13
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Ford Lake Neighborhood in Ypsilanti, MI
Walk Score®
30 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 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 Ford Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ford Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ford Lake is under $1,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ford Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Ford Lake is Village Grove of Ypsilanti which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Ford Lake costs $2,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ford Lake?
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 8 regular apartments in Ford Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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