
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ford Lake Neighborhood of Ypsilanti, MI from $500 (57 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ford Lake area of Ypsilanti.


30 N Huron St

The Lake Shore Apartments

River Street Apartments

113 N Hamilton St

118 College Pl

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238 N Summit St, Unit Apt 2

The Red Lion

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127 College Pl - Utilities Included

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Lake Pointe
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Village Grove of Ypsilanti

Schooner Cove

Laurel Bay

321 E Cross St

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1100 W Michigan Ave

715 Washtenaw Road

The Ranches Of Rosebrook

Cross Street Apartments (JAB Ypsi LLC)

Cross Street Village

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603 Washtenaw Ave, Unit 3
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124 College Pl, Unit 1

415 Ballard St

811 Washtenaw Ave

416 Pearl St

518 Washtenaw Ave

1180-1198 E Cross St

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121 N Normal St, Unit Apt 1

14 N Huron St

201 N Park St

Village Grove Apartments
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206 N Normal St

508 N Hamilton St

208 N Hamilton St

207 Perrin St

Lakeview

424 Madison St

EMUCampus Apt Bldg

108 Washtenaw Ave

211 N Washington St

815-829 E George Pl
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314 Pearl St

Hamilton Crossing

Towne Centre Place 62+

224 W Michigan

Mabro Manor

The Landing

Forrest Knoll Apartments

Tower Apartments

220 N Hamilton St

434 N Hamilton St
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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 | $962 | $850 | $1,069 |
| Ford Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,121 | $805 | $1,400 |
| Ford Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $900 | $2,587 |
| Ford Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,350 | $2,500 |
| Ford Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 57 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 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 $730. Here are the most affordable Ford Lake apartments for rent in Ypsilanti, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 206 N Normal St | 206-2 Room for rent | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 208 N Hamilton St | Studio/ Shared Bath | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| River Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Towne Centre Place 62+ | Senior Income-Based 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $943 |
| 224 W Michigan | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Mabro Manor | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $966 |
| 127 College Pl - Utilities Included | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Village Grove of Ypsilanti | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 715 Washtenaw Road | 715-777 Washtenaw- Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Ranches Of Rosebrook | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom (Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ford Lake, MI
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ford Lake 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 Ford Lake 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 Ford Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Woodward St, Unit Lower Level | 110 Woodward St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cross Street Village | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Harris Park | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Schooner Cove | The Brantley | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| River Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 127 College Pl - Utilities Included | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Village Grove of Ypsilanti | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Mabro Manor | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Towne Centre Place 62+ | Senior Income-Based 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 208 N Hamilton St | Studio/ Shared Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ford Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ford Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Ford Lake is River Street Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Ford Lake costs $2,500.
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 28 regular apartments in Ford Lake 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 Ford Lake?
Cheap apartments in Ford Lake have an average cost of $565 which is $1,935 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ford Lake.
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