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Suburban, quieter, family-friendly. Homes $475-600K. Parks and schools. 5-10 minutes to downtown by car.
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
West Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor
Suburban, quieter, family-friendly. Homes $475-600K. Parks and schools. 5-10 minutes to downtown by car.
Ann Arbor Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,250/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,550/mo
Median home price
$485K
Avg utilities
$160/mo
City-wide medians. West Ann Arbor rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Ann Arbor breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Ann Arbor
Compare West Ann Arbor with other popular areas.
Downtown / State Street
Walkable, vibrant, college vibe. State Street has shops, restaurants, bars. Walkable to UMich campus. Rents $1,400-1,700/month 1BR. Lively weekends but loud.
Central Campus / South University
Near UMich campus. Student rentals dominate. Rents $1,100-1,350/month 1BR (older homes). High turnover; party scene. 5-minute walk to campus.
North Campus / Geddes
Residential, quieter. Families and graduate students. Older homes ($400-500K) with character. Tree-lined streets. 10-15 minute walk to campus.
Kerrytown
Eclectic, artistic, quirky. Michigan Farmers Market is here. Independent shops and galleries. Homes $425-500K. Popular with artists and creative professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Ann Arbor a good neighborhood in Ann Arbor?
Suburban, quieter, family-friendly. Homes $475-600K. Parks and schools. 5-10 minutes to downtown by car.
What is the rent in West Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor?
Ann Arbor citywide median 1BR rent is $1,250/mo. West Ann Arbor pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Ann Arbor often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is West Ann Arbor in Ann Arbor known for?
Suburban, quieter, family-friendly. Homes $475-600K. Parks and schools. 5-10 minutes to downtown by car.
How does West Ann Arbor compare to other Ann Arbor neighborhoods?
West Ann Arbor is one of 5 notable neighborhoods in Ann Arbor. Other options include Downtown / State Street, Central Campus / South University, North Campus / Geddes.
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