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Ypsilanti, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ypsilanti, MI

Pricing Updated: 11/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Ypsilanti, MI area range in price from $775 to $2,963 with an overall median price of $2,075. The three Ypsilanti neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Gault Village at $775, Nancy Park at $775, and Prospect Park at $775. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ypsilanti Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Gault Village$1,625$775135
Nancy Park$1,625$775111
Prospect Park$1,625$775126
Normal Park$1,699$795279
College Heights$1,705$840289
Depot Town$2,000$775131
Downtown Ypsilanti$2,800$795117
Ford Lake$2,800$77547
Midtown Ypsilanti$2,800$99510

Cheapest Available Ypsilanti Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ypsilanti, MI is a Studio unit found at 703 Washtenaw Rd in the Blue Heron Pointe neighborhood priced from $625. 206 N Normal St in the Blue Heron Pointe neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ypsilanti apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
703 Washtenaw Rd703 - roomStudio,1BA$625
206 N Normal St206-2 Room for rentStudio,1BA$650
211 N Washington StStudioStudio,1BA$840
108 Washtenaw AveStudioStudio,1BA$840
Aspen ChaseAlgonac1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ypsilanti, MI

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ypsilanti area is the $1.27 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Oakridge Apartments in the in the Prospect Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Ypsilanti apartment is the 1532 Harvest Ln Model at 1532 Harvest Ln starting at $1,750 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Cherry Hill Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ypsilanti apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oakridge Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.27
1532 Harvest Ln1532 Harvest Ln3BR,1.5BA$1.38
Cross Street VillageOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$0.88
Eastern Lofts Apartment HomesCALLERY2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Arbor Circle Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.27
The Lake Shore ApartmentsUltimate Bacall2BR,2BA$1.32
River Drive ApartmentsBirch with Balcony 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.37
The VillasThe Brightmoor2BR,1BA$1.17
Lake PointeLake Pointe- Small2BR,1BA$1.37
922 Holmes Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ypsilanti, MI

Ranked #36

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ypsilanti

What type of rentals are currently available in Ypsilanti?

There are currently 233 Apartments for Rent in Ypsilanti, MI with pricing that ranges from $775 to $2,963. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ypsilanti ranging from $950 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ypsilanti?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ypsilanti ranges from $950 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,455.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ypsilanti?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ypsilanti range from $1,350 to $2,314, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $3,795. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Detroit Local Expert’s Guide to the 10 Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Detroit, Michigan. My family and I have lived in metro Detroit since the late 1990s.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.