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On-campus Housing

For on-campus housing, pay attention to the application timeline on the website.

Undergraduate Housing

  • On north campus: Baits II, Bursley Hall and partial Northwood

  • On central campus: Refer to the table

Does NOT promise getting a room, usually very limited for transfer students.

Resident halls come along with an unlimited meal plan of 2000$+

Use campus internet and no need to pay for the electricity or gas

Rates listed here:

Graduate Housing

  • On north campus: Northwood I/II/III (furnished) and Northwood IV/V (unfurnished)

  • On central campus: Munger Graduate Resident and more the housing website

Use campus internet and no need to pay for the electricity or gas

Rates listed here: ()

Off-campus Housing

This section primarily highlights housing options on North Campus. You may refer to the link above to explore additional locations if needed.

Note: The information provided below may not be up to date. For properties you’re interested in, please visit the official property websites for the most current details. All prices listed are in USD ($).

Common terms:

  • 1B1B – One bedroom one bathroom

  • 1B1.5B – One bedroom one full bathroom and one guest bathroom without shower or bathtub

Map

Details

Willowtree

Price

  • Tower: 959-979 per room per month, shared bathroom

  • Apartment: 1059-1079 per room per month, shared bathroom

Amenities

  • Unfurnished/Furnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer shared by the building

Transportation:

  • ~20 mins walk to campus

  • ~15 mins walk to Kroger

  • Buses: 23, 65

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supermarket, food court

  • Gym (NCRB)

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet, water

  • Lease signed by year, move in at the end of August and move out at the end of July

  • Facilities are old ;(

Courtyard

Price

  • 1b1b: 2110 per month per room

  • 2b2b: 1460 per month per room

  • 3b3b: 1240 per month per room

  • 4b4b: 1195 per month per room

Amenities

  • Furnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer in the unit

Transportation:

  • ~15 mins walk to campus

  • ~25 mins walk to Kroger

  • Buses: 23, 65, BB

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supermarket, food court

  • Gym (NCRB)

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, water

  • Lease signed by year, move in at the end of August and move out at the end of July

  • Rent includes individual bedroom and bathroom

Traver Ridge

Price

  • 1b1b: ~1500 per month per unit

  • 2b2b: ~2250 per month per unit

  • 3b2b: ~1850 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer shared by the building

Transportation:

  • ~15 mins to campus by bus

  • ~15 mins to walk Kroger

  • Buses: 22

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supermarket

  • Ann Arbor library

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet, water

  • Lease signed by year

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

Oakcliff

Price

  • 1b1b: 2000-2500 per month per unit

  • 2b2b: ~3200 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Furnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer in the unit

  • Garage

Transportation:

  • ~30 mins walk to campus

  • ~15 mins to walk Kroger

  • Buses: 22, 23, 65

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supermarket

  • Ann Arbor library

Notes:

  • New and fancy facilities

Villas at NorthStar

Price

  • 1b1b: ~1675 per month per unit

  • 2b2b: ~2000 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer in the unit

  • Private entry

Transportation:

  • ~20 mins to campus by bus

  • ~10 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 22, 23

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supermarket

  • Nature area

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet

  • Lease signed by year

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

Greenbrier

Price

  • Studio: ~1200 per month per unit

  • 1b1b: ~1250 per month per unit

  • 2b1b: ~1450 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer shared by the building

  • Free heating during winter

Transportation:

  • ~20 mins to campus by bus

  • ~15 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 23, 65, 66, NC

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supermarket, food court

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet, water

  • Lease signed by year or month

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

  • Facilities are old ;(

Owl Creek

Price

  • Studio: ~1900 per month per unit

  • 1b1b: ~2100 per month per unit

  • 2b1b: ~2150 per month per unit

  • 3b2b: ~2800 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer in the unit

Transportation:

  • ~25 mins to campus by bus

  • ~15 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 22, 23

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supermarket

  • Nature area

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet

  • Lease signed by year

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

  • Facilities are new

The One

Price

  • 1b1b: ~2100 per month per room

  • 2b2.5b: ~1550 per month per room

  • 3b3.5b: ~1400 per month per unit

  • 4b4.5b: ~1200 per month per unit

  • 5b5.5b: ~1000 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer in the unit

Transportation:

  • ~35 mins to campus by bus

  • ~25 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 22, 63, shuttles to campus

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supermarket

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet

  • Lease signed by year

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

  • Facilities are new

Beekman on Broadway

Price

  • Studio: ~2100 per month per unit

  • 1b1b: ~2300 per month per unit

  • 2b1b: ~2900 per month per unit

  • 2b2b: ~3200 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Furnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer in the unit

Transportation:

  • ~20 mins to campus by bus

  • ~15 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 22. 23. 63. 65

Nearby Facilities:

  • Grocery stores, restaurant

  • Hospital

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity

  • Lease signed by year

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

  • Facilities are new

Traver Crossing

Price

  • 1b1b: ~1700 per month per unit

  • 2b1b: ~1900 per month per unit

  • 2b1.5b: ~1950 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer shared by the building

Transportation:

  • ~35 mins walk to campus

  • ~15 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 22, 23, 63, 65

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supertmarket

  • Ann Arbor library

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet, water

  • Lease signed by year

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

Traver Height

Price

  • 1b1b: ~1900 per month per unit

  • 2b2b: ~2300 per month per unit

  • 3b2b: ~2700 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer in the unit

  • Private entry

Transportation:

  • ~15 mins to campus by bus

  • ~13 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 22

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supertmarket

  • Ann Arbor library

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet, water

  • Lease signed by year

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

The Highlands

Price

  • 1b1b: ~1500 per month per unit

  • 2b1b: ~2100 per month per unit

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer shared by the building

Transportation:

  • ~25 mins walk to campus

  • ~15 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 23, 65, BB

Nearby Facilities:

  • Supertmarket

  • Ann Arbor library

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet, water

  • Lease signed by year

  • Prices may vary a little depending on the unit

Huron Towers

Price

  • Studio: ~1400 per month per room

  • 1b1b: ~1550 per month per room

  • 2b1b: ~900 per month per room

  • 3b1.5b: ~900 per month per room

Amenities

  • Unfurnished

  • Equipped with stove, fridge, oven

  • Washer/Dryer shared by the building

Transportation:

  • ~15 mins walk to campus

  • ~25 mins to Kroger by bus

  • Buses: 23, 65, BB

Nearby Facilities:

  • Football court

  • CoE library

Notes:

  • Extra fees: electricity, internet

  • Lease signed by year, move in at the end of August and move out at the end of July

  • Some units have great views

Other Tips

Move-in/Move-out Time and Lease Structure

Some apartments offer one-year leases with a “setup period” (typically July–August), during which tenants cannot occupy the unit despite paying an “installation fee” (often equivalent to one month’s rent). To calculate your true monthly living cost, divide the total lease payments by 11 months of actual occupancy and add utilities (electricity, gas, internet, etc.). Older apartments may incur higher utility bills due to poor insulation.

Student-focused apartments (e.g., Courtyard, Willowtree, or Central Campus properties) frequently include installation fees, while general apartments (often north of the city, beyond walking distance to campus) typically offer monthly leases with flexible start dates and no setup fees. Many properties allow early move-ins for an additional fee; contact the leasing office via email as soon as possible to confirm availability and costs if you need that. Always verify terms directly with the property’s website or leasing team.

Rent and Extra Fees

Be aware that leasing offices often charge fees beyond base rent, including monthly costs for drainage, management, garbage collection, and other services. Additional fees may apply for lease changes, terminations, or renewals. Do not agree to terms or payments immediately—many terms are negotiable, and some fees may even be illegal in Ann Arbor. Keep in mind that you are not required to decide on lease renewal until 150 days before your current lease ends and you retain the legal right to sublease your unit.

Always review contracts carefully and negotiate unclear or unreasonable charges. For clarity, consult the leasing office or local tenant resources before committing.

Rights and Duties

Read the carefully

https://housing.umich.edu/
https://housing.umich.edu/residence-halls-comparison/
https://housing.umich.edu/undergraduate-rates
https://housing.umich.edu/graduate-rates/
https://offcampushousing.umich.edu/listing
https://umsjtu-jia.github.io/dd-wiki/housing-map.html
https://www.americancampus.com/student-apartments/mi/ann-arbor/willowtree-apartments-tower
https://courtyardsapts.com/
https://www.mckinley.com/apartments/michigan/ann-arbor/traver-ridge/
https://oakcliffapt.com
https://www.villasatnorthstar.com
https://www.slavikmanagement.com/property/green-brier/#features
https://www.owlcreekapartments.com/
https://www.owlcreekapartments.com/
https://www.beekmanonbroadway.com
https://www.mckinley.com/apartments/michigan/ann-arbor/traver-crossing/
https://www.mckinley.com/apartments/michigan/ann-arbor/traver-heights/
https://www.thehighlandsapartments.net/
https://www.hurontowers.com/
booklet from the city of Ann Arbor