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College students attending the University of Michigan have a lot to be proud of, with the university consistently ranked as one of the premier public schools in the nation and its home city of Ann Arbor serving as a thriving, fun place to live.
In Ann Arbor, you’ll never lack for things to see and do, from the world-class performing arts center to the country’s largest college-owned football stadium to the nightlife, restaurants and charming neighborhoods throughout the city. And if that’s not enough, just down the road is metropolitan Detroit, the largest city in the state and the eleventh most populous city in the country.
If you’re looking for a place to live near the University of Michigan, consider the following places, noted for their look, amenities and proximity to campus.
What: Woodbury Gardens, 1245 Astor Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Why We Like It: Located just minutes from downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan, Woodbury Gardens offers 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments ranging from 760 to 1460 square feet. If you’re interested in being pampered, the complex offers a complete concierge service who will feed your pets, water your plants and have your groceries delivered. You could walk to the university, or you could take the AATA bus, which is located just a few feet from the entrance to the complex. On your way out, grab the weekly continental breakfast provided by the staff.
What: Woodland Mews, 275 Fieldcrest Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Why We Like It: Woodland Mews is a complex for the active-minded University of Michigan student. Located just south of the University of Michigan golf course, the complex includes bike trails, a huge pool overlooking a lake and a fitness center. Floor plans – some with fireplaces – include flats, townhomes and apartments, and furnished units are available. One townhome floor plan offers the rare three-bedroom, three-bathroom arrangement, which is perfect for splitting with two roommates.
What: The Ponds at Georgetown, 2511 Packard Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Why We Like It: Designed for those with roommates, The Ponds at Georgetown apartments all have two bathrooms, a fireplace, a washer and a dryer. Athletes will love the heated swimming pool, whirlpool and 24-hour fitness center, and gourmands will enjoy the fully equipped kitchen that includes a microwave. When you need to relax, step onto the apartment balcony, which looks over glorious woods and a pond, or indulge in retail therapy at the nearby Georgetown Mall Shopping Center.
What: Arbor Landings Apartments, 545 Landings Boulevard, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Why We Like It: Though it’s the farthest on our list from the University of Michigan campus, Arbor Landings offers convenient access to campus via the AATA bus service line. Arbor Landings is all about options: Choose from 13 different floor plans, ranging from 817 to 1,299 square feet, and live near I-94, Highway 14 and Maple Village Shopping Center. Fitness enthusiasts will adore the yoga room, exercise trail and bike storage, and those who work from home will enjoy the poolside and clubhouse Wi-Fi.
What: Willowtree Apartments and Towers, 1819 Willowtree Lane, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Why We Like It: If you’re a student at the University of Michigan’s North Campus, which is where engineering and computer science majors will spend most of their time, Willowtree Apartments are just a few blocks away. As the name suggests, Willowtree offers a peaceful, park-like setting that is close to the shops and restaurants of downtown Ann Arbor. If budget is a deciding factor, you can choose from two studio apartments and two one-bedroom options, as well as seven two-bedroom layouts.
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