Z West, Ann Arbor
Offers
About the Property
Z West Ann Arbor is located at 401 Thompson St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, and offers 1B, 2B, and 4B apartments designed for student living. The property is around 0.2 miles from the University of Michigan’s Central Campus (a 7-minute walk), while the Diag and Michigan Union are also within a short walk.
Ann Arbor is a college city in Washtenaw County, Michigan. Ann Arbor has an overall walk score of 52/100, while the area around Z West is considerably more walkable, with the property's own location information listing a walkability score of 98/100 (Walk Score). The city has a crime index of 12/100 (NeighborhoodScout), meaning it is safer than 12% of US cities, based on KFV's latest available 2025 crime data. Weber Rd/Alber Rd, Delhi Mills/Scio, Emery, Stonebridge Dr S/Pinnacle Ct, and Central Campus Medical East are among the areas NeighborhoodScout lists as safer in Ann Arbor. According to BestPlaces, Ann Arbor's overall cost of living is 5.5% higher than the US average, with housing costs as a major contributor. Ann Arbor’s employment rate is about 95.8%, based on a 4.2% unemployment rate in July 2026. Key job sectors include government, education and healthcare, professional and business services, trade, transportation, and technology.
Features
Z West Ann Arbor offers furnished 1B, 2B, and 4B apartments. The 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom apartments offer private living spaces; the 2 Bed 2 Bath apartments have a private bedroom and bathroom for each resident, and a shared kitchen. The 4 Bed 3 Bath apartments come with private bedrooms and shared bathrooms and kitchen areas. Inside the apartments, bedrooms include a bed, closet, desk, and chair, providing students with the essentials for everyday living and studying. The living room has a 43-inch plasma screen HDTV, while an in-unit washer and dryer make laundry more convenient. Kitchens come with stainless steel appliances, providing the basic setup needed for preparing meals. For students comparing housing options, checking Z West apartments pricing can help when planning their monthly accommodation budget.
The community amenities at Z West Apartments focus on study, fitness, and socializing. Students have access to a 24/7 fitness center with cardio machines and free weights, making it easy to fit workouts around university schedules. The student housing in Ann Arbor also provides a complimentary coffee bar, resident social events, community events, and giveaways, giving residents opportunities to meet other students. Practical amenities include bike storage, garage parking, secure keycard entry, on-site management, 24/7 maintenance, ground-floor retail, and roommate matching through RoomSync. The property is also close to UMich bus stops, while its central location makes walking to campus a practical option for many students.
Location and What's Hot?
Z West Ann Arbor is close to several places that students use regularly. The Michigan Union is about 0.2 miles, and the Fine Arts and Drama is around 0.4 miles, providing students easy access to study spaces on campus. Another option is the Ann Arbor District Library – Downtown at 343 S Fifth Ave. For groceries and everyday items, students living in Z West apartments Ann Arbor can visit Target at 231 S State St, Walgreens at 317 S State St, or nearby CVS stores along South State Street.
Residents living in student apartments in Ann Arbor have plenty of cafés and restaurants to explore nearby. The area around Z West is close to HopCat, Slurping Turtle, Knight's Steakhouse, Red Hawk Bar & Grill, and Afternoon Delight, with several of these within roughly 0.2–0.3 miles of the property. For coffee and casual meet-ups, students can explore Comet Coffee, Hyperion Coffee Co., The Common Cup, Zingerman's Next Door Café, and Mocha House around central Ann Arbor. Students can visit Michigan Theater, about 0.2 miles from Z West apartment, or head to Pinball Pete's for games and entertainment. The Garage Bar is another nearby option for an evening out, while Michigan Stadium, home of the Wolverines, is around 1 mile from the property. For outdoor breaks, students can spend time at Nichols Arboretum, Burns Park, South University Park, the Huron River, or the Diag.
Commute
Z West Ann Arbor is around 0.2 miles from the University of Michigan, with the Diag about a 6-minute walk and Michigan Stadium around 21 minutes away. Several UMich bus stops are also nearby. Local travel is mainly served by TheRide, connecting Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. U-M students, faculty, and staff with a valid yellow MCard can ride fixed-route buses for free, while other passengers can use standard fares and passes. Ann Arbor Amtrak Station is about 0.8 miles away, around a 15-minute walk, with Amtrak Wolverine service. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is approximately 26.2 miles away from Z West Ann Arbor, around a 35-minute drive. Michigan Flyer also connects the airport with Ann Arbor. Bike storage is available at the property.
Amenities
Fitness And Recreation
Security
Property Services
Parking
Room Types (9)
2B
2 Bed 2 Bath | B3 Alt1
2 Bed 2 Bath | B1 Alt2
2 Bed 2 Bath | B3 Alt2
2 Bed 2 Bath | B2
4B
4 Bed 3 Bath | D1 Alt
1B
2 Bed 2 Bath | B2 Alt2
House Rules
Payment and Fees
Mode Of Payment
bank transfer or credit card. Paper checks or money orders
Security Deposit
Security Deposit: $100.00 (with guarantor) Due prior to Move In
Additional Fees
Utility Billing Service One-time Account Setup Fee: $4.50 Due on first monthly utility statement Monthly Utility Billing Service Administrative Fee: $5.50 Parking Fee: $245.00 per month, per space if contracted Damage Waiver Program Fee: $13.50 per month, if applicable in accordance with the terms as outlined in Housing Contract Credit Program Fee: $8.95 per month, if applicable in accordance with the terms as outlined in Housing Contract After Hours Lock Out Fee: $100.00 per occurrence Animal Violation Fee: $250.00, first violation; $500.00, each additional violation Contract Assignment Fee: $650.00 per occurrence Garbage Removal Fee: $50.00 per item/bag, per day Holdover Resident Fee: $350.00 per day Lock Change Fee: $75.00 per occurrence No Cause Termination Fee, if applicable in accordance with the terms herein: The lesser of (a) the total Monthly Installments for the remainder Contract Term, or (b) the total Monthly Installments for a period of six (6) months Relocation Fee: $650.00 per occurrence Replacement Access Device Fee: $75.00 per occurrence Replacement Parking Permit Fee: $75.00 per occurrence Returned Payment Fee: $25.00 per occurrence Smoke Detector Violation Charge: $250.00 per occurrence Sprinkler Violation Charge: $250.00 per occurrence Unauthorized Person Charge: $100.00 per day, per occurrence
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