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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South University Neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI from $700 (74 Rentals)
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Nob Hill Apartments
301 Nob Hill CtAnn Arbor, MI 48103
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from $1,1501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Courthouse Square - A 55+ Community
100 S 4th AveAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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Brown Street Apartments
824 Brown StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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from $1,365Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Huron Towers
2200 Fuller CtAnn Arbor, MI 48105
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from $1,395Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Island Drive
1099 Maiden LnAnn Arbor, MI 48105
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from $1,4001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 22
Tradewind Apartments
121 E Hoover AveAnn Arbor, MI 48104
322 S Division St
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528 S 5th Ave
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from $1,450Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 22
323 Packard St
323 Packard StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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from $1,455Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 7
VERVE Ann Arbor
721 S Forest AveAnn Arbor, MI 48104
120 N Division St
Ann ArborMI48104
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from $1,480Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 7
Forest Plaza Apartments
715 S Forest AveAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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from $1,545Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 25
332 E William St
332 E William StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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1021 Vaughn St
Ann ArborMI48104
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from $1,575Studio Apartment Available Aug 1
522 N Division St, Unit #3
522 N Division StAnn Arbor, MI 48104
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South University, Ann Arbor, MI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South University Studio Apartments | $1,999 | $1,125 | $2,990 |
| South University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $1,000 | $6,660 |
| South University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,406 | $1,250 | $4,995 |
| South University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,127 | $1,455 | $4,350 |
| South University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $999 | $7,000 |
| South University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $899 | $7,350 |
| South University 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,442 | $1,559 | $9,900 |
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Cheapest Available South University Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South University area of Ann Arbor, MI is a Studio unit found at Nob Hill Apartments priced from $1,125. Brown Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable South University apartments for rent in Ann Arbor, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Nob Hill Apartments | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Brown Street Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Island Drive | Efficiency Phase 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Fuller Apartments | 2-Bedroom Center apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| 307 Thompson | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| Landmark | 4X2C | 4BR,2BA | $1,625 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 618 South Main Apartments | Studio 1 Bath 555 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| 400 Maynard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Dean Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South University, MI
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the South University area is the $0.75 price per square foot D2 Model at Saga Ann Arbor in the in the Chapel Hill neighborhood starting from $1,124. The second greatest value South University apartment is the 2 BR Ranch Model at Geddes Hill Apartments starting at $3,400 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Northeast Ann Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Saga Ann Arbor | D2 | 4BR,3BA | $0.75 |
| Geddes Hill Apartments | 2 BR Ranch | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.09 |
| Corner House Apartments | Three-Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Brown Street Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Landmark | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Fuller Apartments | 2-Bedroom Corner Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 125 Hill Street Apartments | The Hill | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Ann Arbor City Club | Plan A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Dean Apartments | 2 Bedroom Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Island Drive | Efficiency Phase 3 | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South University is under $2,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South University?
The cheapest apartment in South University is Nob Hill Apartments which is listed at $1,230, while the average apartment in South University costs $7,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South University?
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 72 regular apartments in South University 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 South University?
Cheap apartments in South University have an average cost of $1,003 which is $6,197 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South University.
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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.