Resources
Subletting at Michigan, explained.
Straight-talking guides to subletting housing in Ann Arbor — written for U of M students, by people who get the drill.
Live data
What Ann Arbor sublets actually cost right now
Median asking rents by bedroom count and neighborhood — computed from the active verified listings on Wroomly, not last year’s survey.
See the numbersHow to sublet your apartment at the University of Michigan
Leaving for the summer, a co-op, or study abroad? Here's how to sublet your Ann Arbor place without losing money or breaking your lease.
Summer sublets in Ann Arbor: a student's guide
When to start looking, what summer rent really costs, and the neighborhoods worth targeting for a May–August sublet.
How to avoid sublet scams in Ann Arbor
Wired a deposit and never heard back? Here are the scam patterns that hit Ann Arbor students every year, and how to dodge them.
Security deposits for Ann Arbor sublets: what to know
How much is normal, what Michigan law says, and the move-in photos that get your deposit back without a fight.
The best Ann Arbor neighborhoods for UMich students, compared
Eleven neighborhoods, one honest comparison: where to live based on your program, budget, and how much quiet you actually want.
The UMich off-campus housing timeline: when to look, sign, and sublet
Ann Arbor leases sign absurdly early. The month-by-month calendar — and what to do if you've already missed the wave.
Sublet vs. relet vs. lease takeover: which one do you actually want?
Three words everyone uses interchangeably that mean legally different things. Who's on the lease, who holds the risk, and which to pick.
Housing at UMich as an international student: renting from abroad, safely
Signing a lease from another continent, sight-unseen, in a market you've never set foot in. Here's how to do it without getting burned.
Grad student housing in Ann Arbor: quieter, closer to your lab, saner
You want quiet, a reasonable commute to your lab, and neighbors who sleep at night. The grad-student map of Ann Arbor.
Winter semester sublets in Ann Arbor: the January move-in playbook
Everyone writes about summer. But December graduations and spring study-abroad create a real January market — here's how it works.
How to price your Ann Arbor sublet (without leaving it empty)
The math nobody does: every month your room sits empty costs more than the discount that would have filled it.
Your first Ann Arbor apartment: the move-in checklist
The unglamorous 90 minutes of move-in day that saves your deposit, your Wi-Fi, and your relationship with your roommates.
How to verify an Ann Arbor landlord before you pay anyone
The city keeps a public record of every legal rental in Ann Arbor. Most students never check it. Here is how — and exactly what it does and doesn’t prove.
Frequently asked questions
Who can use Wroomly?
Wroomly is for University of Michigan students. Every account is verified with an @umich.edu email address before you can list a place or send an inquiry, so you know everyone on the platform is a real U of M student.
How does Wroomly keep sublets safe?
Every Wroomly account is verified with an @umich.edu email, so listings and inquiries come from real University of Michigan students — not anonymous strangers. From there, Wroomly pushes both sides toward the safe path: see the place live, put the agreement in writing, and never pay by wire, gift card, or crypto.
What does Wroomly cost?
Wroomly is free. Listing your place is free, browsing is free, and there are no service fees or monthly charges. Rent and any deposit are arranged directly between you and the other student.
Does Wroomly handle rent payments?
No. Wroomly connects verified U of M students and you arrange rent and any deposit directly with the other person. Use a traceable payment method, get the terms in writing before money moves, and never pay by wire, gift card, or crypto.
How do I get my security deposit back?
Document the place with timestamped photos when you move in and again when you move out, and get the deposit terms in writing before you pay. Under Michigan law, a deposit must be returned (or an itemized list of damages sent) within 30 days of the lease ending.
Is subletting allowed on my lease?
Most Ann Arbor leases allow subletting but require written landlord approval, and some charge a small fee. Always check your lease and get approval in writing before you sublet your place.