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Ypsilanti, MI

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Historic character and small-town charm abound

Historic character and small-town charm abound •

Located just eight miles southeast of Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti is best known as the home of Eastern Michigan University. Ypsilanti, often shortened to Ypsi by locals, touts plenty of small-town charm and historic character—from its vibrant downtown to the historic Depot Town neighborhood.

Ypsi fosters a strong sense of community through a bevy of year-round events, including Elvisfest, the Ypsilanti Heritage Festival, and the Michigan Brewers Guild Summer Beer Festival, among many others. History buffs delight in Ypsi’s many offerings, such as the Michigan Firehouse Museum, Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Options for outdoor recreation abound in Ypsilanti, with access to a host of scenic parks like Riverside Park, Frog Island Park, and Prospect Park as well as the Huron River. North Bay Park on Ford Lake is also close by. Convenience to I-94 connects Ypsilanti to nearby Ann Arbor, Detroit, and beyond.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Ypsilanti, MI is $899 for a studio, $1,074 for one bedroom, $1,304 for two bedrooms, and $1,584 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ypsilanti has increased by 3.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,074/month
681 Sq Ft
House
$2,481/month
1,758 Sq Ft
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Transportation

49

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

16

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Childs Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

496 Students

3
out of 10

Lincoln Brick Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

478 Students

3
out of 10

Ypsilanti International Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

357 Students

3
out of 10

Bishop Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

481 Students

2
out of 10

Rawsonville Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

315 Students

2
out of 10

Washtenaw International Middle Academy (WIMA)

Public

Grades 6-8

192 Students

5
out of 10

Lincoln Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

734 Students

2
out of 10

Ypsilanti Community Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

454 Students

1
out of 10

Estabrook School

Public

Grades 1-8

282 Students

1
out of 10

Acce

Public

Grades 6-12

156 Students

1
out of 10

Washtenaw International High School

Public

Grades 9-12

540 Students

8
out of 10

Early College Alliance

Public

Grades 9-12

451 Students

8
out of 10

Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College

Public

Grades 9-12

112 Students

6
out of 10

Lincoln Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

927 Students

4
out of 10

Ypsilanti New Tech High School

Public

Grades 9-12

314 Students

3
out of 10
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Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Parker Mill Park
  • County Farm Park
  • Rolling Hills Park
  • Matthaei Botanical Gardens
  • Nichols Arboretum

Transit / Subway

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Detroit Metro Wayne County

Colleges

Top Apartments in Ypsilanti

BHV - Blue Heron Pointe Townhomes

BHV - Blue Heron Pointe Townhomes

6244 Trumpeter Ln,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$1,950 - 2,499 | 3 Beds

Hamptons of Cloverlane Apartments

Hamptons of Cloverlane Apartments

4685 Hunt Club Dr,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$1,153 - 2,697 | 1-2 Beds

Flo-Mar Terraces

Flo-Mar Terraces

2973 W Clark Rd,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$1,249 - 1,649 | 1-2 Beds

Willow Ridge Apartments

Willow Ridge Apartments

2020 Arbor Cir,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$1,459 - 1,709 | 1-2 Beds

The Pines of Cloverlane Apartments

The Pines of Cloverlane Apartments

4907 Cloverlane St,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$1,152 - 2,431 | 1-2 Beds

Lynden Parke

Lynden Parke

2224 Golfside Dr,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$1,200 - 1,450 | 1-2 Beds

Eastern Lofts Apartment Homes

Eastern Lofts Apartment Homes

1266 Leforge Rd,
Ypsilanti, MI 48198

$1,255 - 1,485 | 2 Beds

Ridgewood Apartments

Ridgewood Apartments

4141 Green Meadows Blvd,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

$1,350 - 1,544 | 1-2 Beds

Oakridge Apartments

Oakridge Apartments

1260-1326 Holmes Rd,
Ypsilanti, MI 48198

$1,500 - 1,850 | 2-3 Beds

Houses for Rent in Ypsilanti

820 N Harris Rd

820 N Harris Rd,
Ypsilanti, MI 48198

4 Beds | 1 Bath | $1,700

1260 Candlewood Ln

1260 Candlewood Ln,
Ypsilanti, MI 48198

3 Beds | 1 Bath | $1,675

1300 Hull Ave

1300 Hull Ave,
Ypsilanti, MI 48198

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | $2,000

5643 New Meadow Dr

5643 New Meadow Dr,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | $2,300

7221 Poplar Dr

7221 Poplar Dr,
Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI 48197

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | $2,300

1614 Wismer St

1614 Wismer St,
Ypsilanti, MI 48198

3 Beds | 1 Bath | $1,650

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Living in Ypsilanti

Restaurants

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While often overshadowed by its neighbor, Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti still has a great number of unique restaurants to choose from. Whether you're in the mood for a burger and craft beer, barbecue food, or homestyle cooking, you've got plenty of options.

If you visit or move to Ypsilanti, you'll definitely need to check out Sidetrack Bar and Grill, which is located in Depot Town. This restaurant has been around since the 1800s and, due to its proximity to the railroad tracks, is appropriately named and themed. In fact, a section of this restaurant was wiped out in 1929 when a train derailed and crashed into the building! Today, this place serves up some of the best hamburgers you'll ever eat; try the Mac Attack burger, which is topped with macaroni and cheese, bacon, and barbecue sauce. The cajun fries are delicious, too.

In the mood for something a little...different? If so, be sure to stop by The Wurst Bar and Grill, a unique place that specializes in gourmet bratwurst, beer, and burgers. You can even try alligator here! Where else in Southeastern Michigan can you say that? This restaurant is located right off of Eastern Michigan University's campus on Cross Street. And even though it's only been around a few years, it's certainly developed a great reputation among the locals and college crowd alike. Be sure to try the sweet potato tots with a spicy Italian brat!

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