Adrian, MI 6 Apartments for Rent

In the immortal words of Rocky, “Adriannnnnnn!” Welcome to your new southern Michigan community. Let’s take a look at some apartments for rent and find you the home of your dreams.

You’re probably going to hear mixed things about Adrian. Some people will say it’s a pleasantly small community with great culture thanks to the historical opera house and the contribution of all the local colleges. Others might say Adrian has earned the nickname “Little Detroit” because of its gang and drug-related activity. Just like any small Midwestern city reliant on a manufacturing industry that pulled out in the mid 20th-century, Adrian has its share of rough neighborhoods and great, historical communities. It’s all about where you look.

For a city of a little over 21,000, Adrian has some pretty good entertainment options. Outdoor lovers will enjoy the cities parks that offer walking and biking trails. Trestle Park even has a unique elevated walking path on an abandoned train trestle. Adrian’s urban areas boast a great number of locally owned shops and restaurants, and you’ll also have convenient access to chain stores in the farther-flung, suburban parts of town. If all else fails, you’re about a 30-minute drive from Ann Arbor, Jackson and Toledo, Ohio.

Recent renovation in the city center has brought local businesses, shops and restaurants to the region. However, apartment rentals in this area can be sparse and crime rates are still higher around the downtown. If you want to live an urban Adrian lifestyle, look in the surrounding communities.

The west side of Adrian is home to Adrian College, which is a small, private Methodist university. In this area you’ll find a number of great cheap apartments for rent—including studio apartments—in small complexes and duplexes. If you’re looking for a short-term lease, this neighborhood will definitely be your best bet. Despite the college, the west side of Adrian tends to be quiet and settled, unlike other city’s campus neighborhoods. Two bedrooms here range from $500 to $650.

The far northwest portion of Adrian is home to the Lenawee Hills section of town. This neighborhood will be as close to upscale as you can get in Adrian. Lenawee Hills is a settled, family-oriented community, but you can occasionally find great rental homes in this suburban area. Two bedrooms generally range from $650 to $850.

The southern portion of Adrian tends to be more industrial than the north, so you won’t find too many apartment rentals in this portion of town. You’ll want to avoid the area around Route 23 and Main Street in particular, as this region has dramatically higher crime rates.

If you’re relocating with a four-legged friend, you shouldn’t have too much trouble finding a pet friendly apartment in Adrian. Some landlords may require an additional pet deposit, but for the most part Adrian apartment rentals welcome pets with open paws.

So welcome to Adrian! Enjoy all that this small, southern Michigan community has to offer.