
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ford Lake Neighborhood of Ypsilanti, MI from $500 (62 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

124 College Pl

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414 Perrin St

113 N Hamilton St

118 College Pl

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313 Washtenaw Rd

217 N Washington St
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The Red Lion

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127 College Pl - Utilities Included

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Lake Pointe

Tower Apartments

Village Grove of Ypsilanti

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Laurel Bay

Harris & Cross Apartments

211 Olive St

321 E Cross St

1100 W Michigan Ave
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The Ranches Of Rosebrook

715 Washtenaw Road

Cross Street Apartments (JAB Ypsi LLC)

Cross Street Village

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509 N Adams St, Unit #3, Unit #3

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603 Washtenaw Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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102 Spring St

Arbor Circle Apartments

415 Ballard St

811 Washtenaw Ave
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416 Pearl St

1180-1198 E Cross St

2 N Huron St

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121 N Normal St, Unit Apt 1, Unit Apt 1

14 N Huron St

Harris Park

Village Grove Apartments

206 N Normal St

508 N Hamilton St

208 N Hamilton St
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207 Perrin St

Lakeview

424 Madison St

EMUCampus Apt Bldg

108 Washtenaw Ave

211 N Washington St

815-829 E George Pl

314 Pearl St

Hamilton Crossing

706 Emmet 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 | $917 | $850 | $995 |
| Ford Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $805 | $1,363 |
| Ford Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,512 | $900 | $3,167 |
| Ford Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $1,250 | $2,200 |
| Ford Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 62 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 208 N Hamilton St priced from $730. River Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Ford Lake apartments for rent in Ypsilanti, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Mabro Manor | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $966 |
| 127 College Pl - Utilities Included | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Lake Pointe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Village Grove of Ypsilanti | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Red Lion | NON GATED ONE BEDROOM WITH GAS STOVE | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Harris & Cross Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bathroom (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ford Lake, MI
As of April 20, 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 Aspen Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Ford Lake apartment is the Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Cross Street Village starting at $1,425 with a $1.14 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 | $1.14 |
| Harris Park | 3 Bed 2 Bath Condo | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Schooner Cove | The Brantley | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 414 Perrin St | 414 Perrin St | 3BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| River Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Harris & Cross Apartments | Two Bedrooms, One Bathroom (Renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 1100 W Michigan Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 127 College Pl - Utilities Included | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 208 N Hamilton St | Studio/ Shared Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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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
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 13 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 $318 which is $2,182 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ford Lake.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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