
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Ypsilanti Neighborhood of Ypsilanti, MI from $500 (17 Rentals)
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108 Washtenaw Ave

211 N Washington St

511 W Cross St

226 W Michigan Ave
Downtown Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Ypsilanti Studio Apartments | $1,016 | $895 | $1,605 |
Downtown Ypsilanti 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $910 | $2,033 |
Downtown Ypsilanti 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,000 | $2,994 |
Downtown Ypsilanti 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,400 | $1,909 |
Downtown Ypsilanti 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Ypsilanti Neighborhood of Ypsilanti, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Ypsilanti Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Ypsilanti area of Ypsilanti, MI is a Studio unit found at 1305 S Congress priced from $895. 108 Washtenaw Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Downtown Ypsilanti apartments for rent in Ypsilanti, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1305 S Congress | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
108 Washtenaw Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
211 N Washington St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Towne Centre Place 62+ | Senior Income-Based 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $924 |
922 Holmes Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Ypsilanti, MI
As of March 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Ypsilanti area is the $1.16 price per square foot Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Cross Street Village in the in the Blue Heron Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Downtown Ypsilanti apartment is the Spacious 3bd Model at Oakridge Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Cherry Hill Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Ypsilanti apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cross Street Village | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Oakridge Apartments | Spacious 3bd | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
Huron Vista | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
324 FOREST LLC | 2br/1ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
The Red Lion | GATED UPGRADED TWO BEDROOM WITH LAUNDRY | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
RIVER DRIVE PROPERTIES LLC | 2BMB | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Arbor One Apartments | The Spartan | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
922 Holmes Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Huron Heights/Huron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Towne Centre Place 62+ | Senior Income-Based 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Downtown Ypsilanti Neighborhood in Ypsilanti, MI
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Downtown Ypsilanti Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti is at 1305 S Congress listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Ypsilanti Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Ypsilanti Apartment is $924 at Towne Centre Place 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Ypsilanti Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Ypsilanti is starting from $1,000 at 922 Holmes Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Ypsilanti Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Ypsilanti Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1305 S Congress and starts from $1,450.
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