Ypsilanti

The Miles/Garland neighborhood offers quiet cul-de-sac living without ever feeling suburban.
Miles/Garland primarily consists of quiet, single-family homes on single lots.
Ypsirustica, a locally famous log cabin in Miles/Garland.
Ypsilanti Public Library Interior
Condominiums in Eastlawn.

Ypsilanti, MI Area Guide

Historic character and small-town charm abound

Historic character and small-town charm abound

Welcome to Ypsilanti, a historic college town eight miles east of Ann Arbor. Home to Eastern Michigan University and approximately 20,600 residents, Ypsilanti offers a rich blend of past and present. The historic Depot Town district hosts community gatherings throughout the year, including the Michigan Summer Beer Festival and ElvisFest in Riverside Park.

The city features Michigan's second-largest contiguous historic district, anchored by the distinctive Ypsilanti Water Tower. The area includes diverse neighborhoods from those near Eastern Michigan University's campus to the historic Depot Town district, where local businesses operate from preserved Victorian-era buildings. Outdoor enthusiasts can access the Border-to-Border Trail and multiple Huron River recreation points. Cultural attractions include the Michigan Firehouse Museum and Automotive Heritage Collection. Downtown comes alive during monthly First Friday events, with art displays throughout local galleries. The city's notable history includes being the birthplace of Domino's Pizza and the location of Preston Tucker's original automobile factory, adding to its distinctive character and ongoing development.

Explore the City

Ypsirustica, a locally famous log cabin in Miles/Garland.

Ypsilanti Public Library Interior

Condominiums in Eastlawn.

Aerial view of East Willow neighborhood with Willow Run Airport in the distance.

Nearby Ford Lake provides Pine View residents with lakeside fishing and recreation options.

Near to Miles/Garland in Depot Town is Sidetrack, a lively railroad-themed bar.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Ypsilanti, MI is $946 for a studio, $1,113 for one bedroom, $1,313 for two bedrooms, and $1,678 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ypsilanti has increased by 0.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,113/month
680 Sq Ft
House
$2,452/month
1,463 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,169/month
1,241 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ypsilanti, MI is for everyday living.

Somewhat Walkable

49 / 100

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.

Minimal Transit

16 / 100

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

Bikeable

51 / 100

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

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Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

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

Airports

  • Detroit Metro Wayne County

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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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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.