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Highlights

  • Onsite laundry
  • Closet space
  • Built-in dishwasher
  • Off street parking spots
  • Tons of closet space
  • Onsite laundry options

Location

308 Jarvis St, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
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Management

Barnes & Barnes Apartment Rentals

Leasing office

(734) 480-7400

Property Overview

Ambassador South offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.3/10 and a top-tier 10/10 price score, reflecting excellent balance between cost and what you get. Renters benefit from a convenient 9/10 location, solid 8/10 amenities including onsite laundry, ample closet space, a built-in dishwasher, and off-street parking, plus a 7/10 trustworthiness score and value in roughly the top 15% of comparable properties in the area.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Ambassador South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ambassador South has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,095 /mo1 unit availableYou can't get much closer to EMU's main campus than this! This apartment features a huge layout, central air, tons of closet space, full size updated appliances including a built-in dishwasher and a large bathroom! The apartment comes with one off street parking spot and laundry is located onsite. $1095.00 per month includes water, tenants are responsible for the natural gas & electricity. Available for an August 1st move-in. Please call Barnes & Barnes at 734-480-7400 to schedule an appointment to check out this apartment. You can find all of our listings at www barnesapts com
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,195 /mo1 unit availableYou can't get much closer to EMU's main campus than this community! This apartment is on the 2nd floor and features a great layout, full size appliances including built-in dishwasher, tons of closet space, central air & a large bathroom with full tub! The apartment comes with off street parking spots and onsite laundry options. The rent is $1195.00 per month and includes your water. Tenants are responsible for their own natural gas & electricity. Available for a September 1st move-in. To schedule an appointment to look at this apartment please contact Barnes & Barnes at 734-480-7400. You can also visit us on the web at www barnesapts com

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HomeApartments in Ypsilanti Ambassador South

You can't get much closer to EMU's main campus than this! This apartment features a huge layout, central air, tons of closet space, full size updated appliances including a built-in dishwasher and a large bathroom! The apartment comes with one off street parking spot and laundry is located onsite. $1095.00 per month includes water, tenants are responsible for the natural gas & electricity. Available for an August 1st move-in. Please call Barnes & Barnes at 734-480-7400 to schedule an appointment to check out this apartment. You can find all of our listings at www barnesapts com


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Ambassador South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ambassador South has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Ambassador South
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Ambassador South offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Ambassador South is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Ambassador South is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Ambassador South does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Ambassador South provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Ambassador South compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 52 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Ypsilanti

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Ypsilanti.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Ambassador South to be 8% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ypsilanti.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Ypsilanti
A table of studio rental data trends in Ypsilanti
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$888
July 2024$862
August 2024$869
September 2024$897
October 2024$898
November 2024$904
December 2024$899
January 2025$857
February 2025$845
March 2025$895
April 2025$895
May 2025$895
June 2025$871
July 2025$799
August 2025$800
September 2025$800
October 2025$817
November 2025$845
December 2025$830
January 2026$839
February 2026$852
March 2026$895
April 2026$887
May 2026$881

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Can I afford to live at 308 Jarvis St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,095.
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Schools near Ambassador South

Ypsilanti International Elementary School

503 oak st

ypsilanti, MI, 48198

PK, K-5Public
C+

Perry Early Learning Center

550 perry st

ypsilanti, MI, 48197

PK, K-1Public
B-

Estabrook Elementary School

1555 w cross st

ypsilanti, MI, 48197

1-8Public
C-

Holmes Elementary School

1255 holmes rd

ypsilanti, MI, 48198

K-6Public
C-

Ypsi Connected Community School

1076 ecorse rd

ypsilanti, MI, 48198

K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Ypsilanti near 308 Jarvis St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 308 Jarvis St, Ypsilanti

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 308 Jarvis St

Eagles Market
501 W Cross St
Ypsilanti Food Co-op
312 N River St
Dos Ermanos Market
410 W Michigan Ave
Avenue Market
902 W Michigan Ave
Biggies Foods
1004 W Michigan Ave

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