Housing in Ann Arbor is in high demand. You will need to plan in advance for your housing needs.

Summer Institute participants are responsible for securing their own housing, although Summer Institute staff will help in any way we can. Many participants reside in University operated facilities, while others obtain housing through privately owned apartments and cooperatives. It is strongly recommended that participants arrange for housing prior to their arrival in Ann Arbor.

Several events in Ann Arbor during the summer greatly restrict the availability of short-term housing during June and July. July is especially busy due to the Ann Arbor Art Fairs. Participants may be able to find housing by checking both University Housing and Non-University Housing as listed below.

University Housing

Make your reservations early for University Housing options listed below; space is limited. Inquiries regarding rates and availability may be made via email, fax, or phone. Confirmed reservations can be made by web and phone only.  Credit card payment is required when making your reservation.  Mention SRC Summer Institute when making contact:

Conference  Services
University of Michigan
1000 McIntyre Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2634
Telephone: 734-764-5297
Fax: 734-764-1557
Email: conferences@umich.edu
Web site: http://www.housing.umich.edu/

Cambridge House

Located only one block from the Central Campus. Residence hall style rooms have a private bathroom. Entire building is smoke free and attached to the Michigan Union for convenience to shopping and food. Linen packets are provided that contain top and bottom sheets, pillow case, bath towel, and wash cloth. Pillows and a light blanket are also provided. NOTE: The Cambridge House elevator will be down and under construction all summer.

2012 rates:

            Single: $52.00 per person
            Double: $68.00 per room ($34.00 per person)

 

Oxford House

Oxford Housing offers single and double rooms – one or two bunked or twin beds – depending upon configuration, and floor shared bathrooms. Each room is furnished with a desk and dresser for each guest, and a telephone that can be used for local and calling card calls. There are no public telephones at Oxford.

2012 rates:

            Single: $43.00 per person
            Double: $65.00 per room ($28.00 per person)

Non-University Housing

Summer Sublets

If you plan to be in Ann Arbor for an extended stay (four weeks or more) you may prefer to look for a summer sublet. These are particularly recommended if you plan to bring children or pets with you. The Off-Campus Housing Office provides a list of rooms, apartments and houses that may be available during June and July.

The University also has information about various short-term housing options.

The Summer Institute has been made aware of various additional sublet opportunities.

Inter-Cooperative Council (ICC) at the University of Michigan

ICC Student Cooperative Housing, in which 8 to 70 people live together sharing expenses and chores, provides a good alternative to apartment or single-room rental for Summer Institute participants. Cooperative housing, or a co-op, is operated by the people who live in them, requiring three to five hours of work per week from each member. Some houses have meal plans while in others members buy food and cook individually. All houses have fully-equipped kitchens. Members' jobs range from cooking dinner, to dishwashing and housekeeping, to keeping the house books, or performing basic maintenance.

Co-ops offer a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. Most houses are within a 10- to 15-minute walk from the Institute for Social Research. The individual houses vary quite a bit in quality and atmosphere; thus, it is best to inspect the accommodations before making a commitment. At the very least, make it clear what your needs and expectations are. During the summer, many of the co-ops are populated by people who are not taking classes. Their schedules and lifestyles, therefore, may differ greatly from yours. Please be explicit that you are with the ISR Summer Institute and state the dates you will be in Ann Arbor. House approval is not required for contracts for a double room. Contracts for any contract dates other than those listed on the ICC website require house approval.

For more information on co-ops, contact:

Inter-Cooperative Council
337 E. William St.,
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Attn: David Carter, Director of Membership Services
Telephone: 734-662-4414, ext. 102
Fax: 734-662-5870
Web site: http://www.icc.coop/

Hotels

There are a limited number of hotels within walking distance of campus. Some hotels located off campus provide regular transportation for their guests to and from campus. You may wish to ask about those options before selecting your hotel.  Accommodations at many national hotel chains can be reserved through their toll-free numbers. Call the hotels to get current rates. For a list of local hotels, check the Ann Arbor Area Convention & Visitors' Bureau.

Ecumenical Center

The Ecumenical Center and International Residence's (ECIR) mission is to be a reconciling living/learning community across the lines of religion, ethnicity, and culture. ECIR offers 1-bedroom apartments and bedrooms in 2- and 3-bedroom apartments. Two to four month leases are available in the spring and summer. All apartments are air conditioned, furnished, and have a bathroom, kitchen and living room. Summer rent for a bedroom in a 2- bedroom apartment is $684. Rent for a bedroom in a 3- bedroom apartment is $540 or $584. 1-bedroom apartments cost under $960. For more information e-mail info@ecir.org, phone 734-662-5529, or visit  www.ecir.org.

Chabad House

715 Hill St. Large attractive rooms for the summer, and option for the fall rental. Price range from $250-$375. Great Location right on campus, 1 block from Law and Business schools, clean and quiet, furnished rooms, shared kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator. Laundry washer and dryer. House hooked up to cable TV and Internet high speed bandwidth. Males preferred. Please call me at 845-399-9904 or E mail argol@comcast.net Visit our web site.