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    514 S Forest Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

    Apartment building
    Studio-1 bed

    Available units

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    5
    Studio, 1 ba
    226
    Aug 27
    $1,199
    8
    Studio, 1 ba
    225
    Aug 27
    $1,255
    9
    1 bd, 1 ba
    275
    Aug 27
    $1,369
    2
    Studio, 1 ba
    335
    Aug 27
    $1,410
    6
    1 bd, 1 ba
    339
    Aug 27
    $1,415
    1
    1 bd, 1 ba
    400
    Aug 27
    $1,439
    4
    1 bd, 1 ba
    395
    Aug 27
    $1,439
    7
    1 bd, 1 ba
    440
    Aug 27
    $1,459
    3
    1 bd, 1 ba
    524
    Aug 27
    $1,510

    What's special

    Welcome to "The Willows", a charming purple apartment building with unique historical features. Enjoy the convenience of a short stroll to South University's vibrant restaurant row and shopping district, while also being within a quick 8-minute walk to the University of Michigan's (UM) central campus. With 24/7 maintenance, furnished units, nearby community laundry, and onsite parking available, living here offers both comfort and convenience in the heart of the South University neighborhood. Plus, with close access to The Ride bus stops, getting around town has never been easier.

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    Facts, features & policies

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    Other
    • Furnished

    Policies

    Parking
    • Parking Available: Onsite Parking Available
    Pets
    Small dogs
    • Not allowed
    Large dogs
    • Not allowed
    Cats
    • Not allowed

    Neighborhood: South University

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    Ann Arbor’s 48104 blends campus energy with leafy residential blocks like Burns Park and Ann Arbor Hills, anchored by the University of Michigan, Nichols Arboretum, and the Huron River’s Gallup Park trails. Expect a four-season climate—snowy winters, vibrant fall color, and sunny summers—plus a lively arts and culinary scene: Zingerman’s Deli and the Kerrytown Market & Shops/Ann Arbor Farmers Market, coffee favorites like Comet Coffee, RoosRoast, and Sweetwaters, and local institutions such as the State and Michigan Theater. Nightlife clusters around South University and downtown, while daytime routines revolve around walkable streets, bike lanes, yoga and the Ann Arbor YMCA, Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods, and indie boutiques in Nickels Arcade. Recent Zillow market trends show a median asking rent around the low-to-mid $2,000s, with typical listings ranging roughly from about $1,500 to $3,500+ depending on size and proximity to campus. The area feels welcoming to both families and pets, with plentiful parks, green spaces, and community events like the Ann Arbor Art Fair.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    92 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    75 / 100
    Excellent Transit
    84 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Ann Arbor

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Willows?

    The Willows has a walk score of 92, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of The Willows?

    The Willows has a transit score of 75, it has excellent transit.

    What schools are assigned to The Willows?

    The schools assigned to The Willows include Burns Park Elementary School, Tappan Middle School, and Pioneer High School.

    What neighborhood is The Willows in?

    The Willows is in the South University neighborhood in Ann Arbor, MI.

    What are The Willows's policies on pets?

    Small dogs are not allowed. Large dogs are not allowed. Cats are not allowed.

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