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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Private balconies
  • Air conditioning
  • Spacious one bedroom
  • On-site wash laundry
  • Remodeled kitchens

Location

543 Church St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, USA|Downtown Ann Arbor
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Management

Varsity Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(734) 668-1100

Property Overview

543 Church - Varsity Management is a highly rated option, with strong scores across price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, and a solid overall expert rating of 8.5/10. Residents can enjoy conveniences like remodeled kitchens, dishwashers, air conditioning, private balconies, on-site laundry, and spacious one-bedroom layouts. Its walkable, transit-friendly setting with numerous parks, restaurants, and mixed-use spaces nearby also supports both environmentally minded living and an active social life.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 543 Church - Varsity Management is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 543 Church - Varsity Management 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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath557 sqft$1,825 /mo1 unit availableBest location on central campus! Directly across from East Hall and Math Department. Spacious one bedroom with air conditioning, a new kitchen with dishwasher. The apartment comes fully furnished, and WASH laundry is available on-site! Rent is collected in 12 equal installments over a 50 week lease. An increase in occupancy can lead to an increase in rent. Prices are listed for the full apartment, not per bedroom. If any utilities are included, they are included for a fee. A one-time administrative fee shall apply for each tenant. Call for details.

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Amenities for 543 Church - Varsity Management

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Utilities IncludedWater
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About 543 Church - Varsity Management

HomeApartments in Ann ArborDowntown Ann Arbor 543 Church - Varsity Management

This building features great Studios with Study Nook to Large, Spacious 5-Bedroom Apartments just across the street from the Math Department! Live in the heart of Ann Arbor—just minutes from the University of Michigan, downtown nightlife, and the city’s best restaurants, shops, and museums. This large building offers a variety of floor plans, including bi-level apartments. Some units have been updated with wood floors, remodeled kitchens, and private balconies. The apartments come fully furnished, and WASH laundry is available on-site. Enjoy the perfect mix of campus energy and classic Ann Arbor charm!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 543 Church - Varsity Management is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 543 Church - Varsity Management 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 543 Church - Varsity Management
Price·9A 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.
543 Church - Varsity Management stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
543 Church - Varsity Management goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including central heat. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 543 Church - Varsity Management receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
543 Church - Varsity Management 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 543 Church - Varsity Management to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

543 Church - Varsity Management is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 39 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 280 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • 278 mixed-use spaces nearby

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 543 Church - Varsity Management compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 4-bedroom is 1111 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
Studio is 557 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 252 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 57 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Downtown Ann Arbor

1-bedroom apartments at 543 Church - Varsity Management cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Ann Arbor.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Downtown Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor
A table of studio rental data trends in Ann Arbor
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,634
June 2024$1,726
July 2024$1,642
August 2024$1,649
September 2024$1,539
October 2024$1,424
November 2024$1,370
December 2024$1,387
January 2025$1,375
February 2025$1,386
March 2025$1,423
April 2025$1,586
May 2025$1,779
June 2025$1,681
July 2025$1,524
August 2025$1,539
September 2025$1,434
October 2025$1,350
November 2025$1,395
December 2025$1,490
January 2026$1,453
February 2026$1,446
March 2026$1,435
April 2026$1,361
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Ann Arbor
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,072
June 2024$1,998
July 2024$1,853
August 2024$1,650
September 2024$1,662
October 2024$1,668
November 2024$1,305
December 2024$1,232
January 2025$1,306
February 2025$1,369
March 2025$1,486
April 2025$1,948
May 2025$2,066
June 2025$2,054
July 2025$2,104
August 2025$2,064
September 2025$1,548
October 2025$1,350
November 2025$1,395
December 2025$1,534
January 2026$1,410
February 2026$1,464
March 2026$1,497
April 2026$1,432

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Can I afford to live at 543 Church St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$73,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $73,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,825.
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Schools near 543 Church - Varsity Management

Burns Park Elementary School

1414 wells st

ann arbor, MI, 48104

K-5Public
A

Ann Arbor Open at Mack School

920 miller ave

ann arbor, MI, 48103

K-8Public
A

Progress Park

3890 research park dr

ann arbor, MI, 48108

K-12Public

High Point School

1735 s wagner rd

ann arbor, MI, 48103

PK, K-12Public

Local-Based Speced Programs

1735 s wagner rd

ann arbor, MI, 48103

K-12Public
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Getting around Ann Arbor near 543 Church St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 543 Church St, Ann Arbor

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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