The Red Lion
159-209 S Grove St,
Ypsilanti,
MI
48198
Leasing Office:
159 S Grove St, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
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Monthly Rent
$875 - $1,300
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Bedrooms
Studio - 1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
300 - 744 sq ft
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit G305price $1,020square feet 640availibility Aug 15
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Unit G108price $980square feet 640availibility Aug 21
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Unit G204price $1,020square feet 640availibility Aug 22
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Unit F-7price $1,030square feet 640availibility Aug 11
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Unit F-6price $1,030square feet 640availibility Aug 20
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Unit D309price $1,140square feet 744availibility Now
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Unit C-208price $1,140square feet 744availibility Now
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Unit B206price $1,140square feet 744availibility Aug 13
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Unit D213price $1,200square feet 744availibility Aug 11
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Unit A-106price $1,240square feet 744availibility Aug 15
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Unit C205price $1,240square feet 744availibility Aug 21
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Unit B108price $1,300square feet 744availibility Aug 15
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Unit G305price $1,020square feet 640availibility Aug 15
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Unit G108price $980square feet 640availibility Aug 21
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Unit G204price $1,020square feet 640availibility Aug 22
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Unit F-7price $1,030square feet 640availibility Aug 11
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Unit F-6price $1,030square feet 640availibility Aug 20
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Unit D309price $1,140square feet 744availibility Now
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Unit C-208price $1,140square feet 744availibility Now
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Unit B206price $1,140square feet 744availibility Aug 13
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Unit D213price $1,200square feet 744availibility Aug 11
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Unit A-106price $1,240square feet 744availibility Aug 15
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Unit C205price $1,240square feet 744availibility Aug 21
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Unit B108price $1,300square feet 744availibility Aug 15
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Application Fee$50
- Dogs Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$50
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One time Fee$300
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Pet deposit$0
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Pet Limit3
- Cats Allowed
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Monthly pet rent$50
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One time Fee$300
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Pet deposit$0
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Pet Limit3
- Parking
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Surface LotFREE GENERAL LOT PARKING--
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Carport$40/moAssigned Parking
Details
Utilities Included
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Gas
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Water
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Heat
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Property Information
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Built in 1969
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194 units/3 stories
Specialty Housing Details
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This property is intended and operated for occupancy by students, faculty and staff in higher education, but applications from individuals not involved in higher education may be accepted.
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About The Red Lion
Ypsilanti’s ONLY fully gated community! Enjoy student-friendly living just minutes from EMU (5 mins), WCC (10 mins), and U of M (17 mins). Unlike MOST apartments, we include water, heat, trash, and parking—completely FREE. That’s real savings, every single month. Our fully gated community features 24/7 surveillance cameras and key-fob access for added security and comfort. Need maintenance? We offer SAME-DAY service for ALL maintenance requests, plus 24-hour emergency support—so you’re never left waiting. Looking for something to do? Step outside and take the scenic nature trail right across the street—it leads directly to downtown Ypsilanti! Enjoy easy access to a variety of dining, shopping, entertainment, and parks, all just minutes away! Fast approvals—get your application results within 60 minutes during office hours, along with quick email responses to all your questions! Choose BETTER service, BETTER security, and BETTER convenience. Schedule a tour today!
The Red Lion is an apartment community located in Washtenaw County and the 48198 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Ypsilanti Community Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Laundry Available In Select Units!
- Free Water!
- Online Payments!
- Free Heat!
- Free Community 24h Coffee Station!
Contact
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Controlled Access
Gated
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Video Patrol
- Renters Insurance Program
- Online Services
- Key Fob Entry
- Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Gated
- Fenced Lot
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Yard
Refrigerator
Highlights
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Gas Range
Model Details
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Basement
- Office
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Porch
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Video Patrol
- Renters Insurance Program
- Online Services
- Key Fob Entry
- Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
- Gated
- Fenced Lot
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Laundry Available In Select Units!
- Free Water!
- Online Payments!
- Free Heat!
- Free Community 24h Coffee Station!
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Gas Range
- Carpet
- Tile Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Basement
- Office
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Porch
- Deck
- Yard
- Lawn
| Monday | By Appointment |
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| Tuesday | By Appointment |
| Wednesday | By Appointment |
| Thursday | By Appointment |
| Friday | By Appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Referred to by its residents as “Ypsi,” Downtown Ypsilanti, Michigan is a progressive city with a great community to back it up. The downtown area is separated into three distinct districts: Downtown, Depot Town, and W. Cross/Campus Town. It’s historically this way and has stayed so to preserve the beauty of the historical districts and the cultural variety. Downtown Ypsilanti’s residents pride themselves in the cultural abundances of art, music, and shopping.
Once you’re a renter in Downtown Ypsilanti, find time to visit the non-profit Dreamland Theater for local Puppet Theater or the Michigan Firehouse Museum, the town’s preservation of firefighting history. Order a cold beer at Ypsi’s Alehouse, or maybe taste a freshly baked scone from Terry Bakery. And be sure to tune into AM 1700 for Downtown Ypsilanti’s best community radio station. You’ll never miss a beat of downtown living with all of the wonderful attractions Ypsilanti holds.
Learn more about living in Downtown Ypsilanti| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 8.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 10.1 mi |
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Property Ratings at The Red Lion
I was by myself in a 2nd floor, 1 BR/1BA apartment with my dog Hershey. It's a really dog friendly community, and the complex is big enough to walk around a bit in different areas when you need to take your dog out. I always see management making improvements, like recently adding a picnic table and better signage on buildings. I felt really safe living in the gated community. I don't explore too much but the general area where it is situated felt pretty safe to me too, and there is a police station and hospital rather close. It is in a great area right next to a river trail (a 2 minute walk away/across the street, also great if you want to walk your dog). There is also a riverside park and downtown Ypsi at a walking distance from that trail/the complex. Rachel/management is always super pleasant and communicative via e-mail and the tenant portal. I also needed a fix on an oven problem that came up, and I found that the maintenance people were super nice, too. I didn't have any pest issues, but I saw that they always actively offer pest removal monthly, so I felt the maintenance offered was really good. The complex area is so beautiful in the spring with the trees and little bits of landscaping they have around, and I would frequently sit around outside with my dog. They also have little fenced off areas between 3 of the buildings, where you can let your dog run off leash a little bit. And there are many trash cans with poop bags to keep the area clean. Parking does get full at night some days, but the further parking is really only a minute walk to even get to building D at the very end of the lot (which is where I was), so it didn't really bother me. The only real recommendation I have is to get a dehumidifier maybe, because it's been getting pretty hot and humid in the summer and the wall AC mostly covers the living room because the humidity can keep the rest of the apartment pretty warm. From what I hear, Michigan has been getting more hot and humid in the summer lately, so that's probably a relatively recent issue. (I'm from Florida originally, and it did feel comparable to the weather over there in the summer.) But all other seasons felt really comfortable. Overall, I was really happy with my year at the Red Lion!
Extremely fast maintenence service, friendly staff, and good places to walk around at. I have loved my time at the Red Lion Apartments and recommend them to anyone looking to live in Ypsilanti!
Rent is affordable and I like the gate. Super convenient location right by the highway and downtown Ypsi. I also love that the river is right across the street.
Although there are situations that occur outside of the apartments control, how the staff handles the situation shows the character of the staff they employ and the values of the apartment complex. In general, I would say that you should not expect to be treated with respect and kindness. This is a pattern as I'm reading other reviews as well. The staff, in the apartment complex are horrible and just do what the required but are not empathetic or go beyond what is the bare minimum. If you decide to live here because of the location or the prices, it will definitely be a headache for you. Find an alternative apartment complex that will treat you better and put you first!
The parking situation is first come first serve which would be fine if it wasn't for car that are parked for months at a time. The 8 of the assigned spots that you have to pay for sat empty for 9 out of 12 months we lived there. The staff was friendly but unorganized while I lived there but ever since I left, it's been nothing but rudeness bordering on belligerent when trying to sort out an outstanding balance that showed up 3 months after moving out. Every time I've called to sort things out, they give me a different story. They will charge you a one time pet fee along with a monthly fee, but that doesn't cover any "damages" done by said pet. And the gate for the community is bypassed by anyone riding up behind people going through the gate. My building's front door sat unlocked for 6 months while we waited for it to be fixed. I found this place on this website which is why I had to let you all know that this is not the place for you.
I would NOT recommend, I can't wait to move out! After this experience I've learned "the price" isn't always right. I agree with the MOST recent reviews. -Gates are slow and useless, so "a gated community" serves no value. -Parking is very limited, if you don't get home around 7pm expect to park far away, near trees and a dumpster. -Management makes threats to sue and treat tenants like children, living inside of HER home. May seem nice initially but lacks basic customer service and interpersonal skills. -Office hours are very inconvenient M-F from 9-5. Management is not flexible outside of these hours. Has other personal obligations to attend to like baby showers and bingo night with friends. Rent at your own risk. Good Luck!
The Red Lion Apartments are a good choice for a student going to a local college. The rent is pretty cheap and there is free wifi. The only utility not included is electricity.
After living at The Lakeshore Apartments for two years, I had grown accustomed to the friendly and helpful staff, and amazing amenities offered at the apartment complex. The management office always worked with me for everything. As I prepared to end my lease there, they informed me of this newly updated apartment complex (and highly affordable) owned by their management company. Visiting them was a pleasant surprise. For the amount that you pay, you got a lot of bang for your buck, especially with it being all utilities included. If you are a student, grad or young professional considering living there, I would at least tell you to consider visiting and signing a lease. I promise it wont be a waste of time.
The Red Lion Photos
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Traditional with in unit laundry
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Traditional
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Traditional with in unit laundry
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Traditional with in unit laundry
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Traditional with in unit laundry
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Traditional with in unit laundry
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Upgrade with in unit laundry
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Upgrade with in unit laundry
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1BR, 1BA - 744SF - Upgrade with in unit laundry
Models
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Non-gated Red Lion Too 1 BR, 1 BA - 610 SF
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GATED ONE BEDROOM 744SQFT
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GATED ONE BEDROOM 744SQFT
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GATED TWO BEDROOM 930SQFT
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GATED TWO BEDROOM 930SQFT
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NON-GATED RED LION TOO ONE BEDROOM 640SQFT
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The Red Lion is in Downtown Ypsilanti in the city of Ypsilanti. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.4 miles of the property. Five parks are within 8.7 miles, including Parker Mill Park, Rolling Hills Park, and County Farm Park.
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159-209 S Grove St
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
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