624 Packard

South Central sits south of downtown Ann Arbor, with a mix of residential streets, campus edges and commercial corridors. The area experiences four distinct seasons, with warm summers and cold, snowy winters. Nearby outdoor options include the University of Michigan’s Nichols Arboretum, known as the Arb, with wooded paths along the Huron River; playgrounds and library services are also available in the broader area. Dining and coffee spots cluster near campus and along South University Avenue, while shops and everyday services line nearby streets. Cultural venues, university museums and performance spaces add arts options, and downtown nightlife is within reach. Walking and biking work well on many local routes, while bus service connects the neighborhood with central Ann Arbor and other destinations. For the South Central neighborhood, median rent is $1,800 per month, with a typical range of $750 to $10,500, based on 242 active listings.