Eviction in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti), Michigan
Where eviction cases are filed in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.
Quick facts: eviction in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti)
- Eviction court
- Washtenaw County district courts: 15th District Court (City of Ann Arbor), 14A District Court, 14B District Court (Ypsilanti Township) — District court (landlord-tenant / summary proceedings) Court page
- Filing fee
- Possession only $55; possession + money judgment: $90 (claim up to $600), $110 ($600.01-$1,750), $130 ($1,750.01-$10,000), $215 ($10,000.01-$25,000); order of eviction $15; service/court-officer fees extra 15th District Court, How to File Landlord-Tenant or Land Contract Cases (updated 7/31/25)
- Notice before filing (state law)
- 7 days: written demand for possession (or written notice to quit) for nonpayment of rent before filing Michigan rules
- HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
- $1,656/month HUD
- Renter households
- 57,782 (38% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024
Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-23
Where eviction cases are filed in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti)
Eviction cases in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti) are heard by the Washtenaw County district courts: 15th District Court (City of Ann Arbor), 14A District Court, 14B District Court (Ypsilanti Township) (District court (landlord-tenant / summary proceedings)).
- 15th District Court (City of Ann Arbor) - Civil Division · website
- 14A-1 District Court — 4133 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (Pittsfield Township) · website
- John B. Collins 14B District Court — 7200 S. Huron River Dr., Ypsilanti, MI 48197 · website
Court eviction page · E-filing · Self-help center
Which court hears a case depends on where the rental is. 15th District: City of Ann Arbor (Civil Division 734-794-6750; landlord-tenant hearings Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.; filings due by Monday at noon). 14A-1 handles landlord-tenant matters for Pittsfield, Augusta and Superior townships, the Village of Barton Hills and the City of Ypsilanti. 14B handles all cases arising in Ypsilanti Township (Civil/Landlord-Tenant 734-483-5300; MiFILE since September 8, 2026). Check with the court for other areas of the county.
How much it costs to file an eviction in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti)
Possession only $55; possession + money judgment: $90 (claim up to $600), $110 ($600.01-$1,750), $130 ($1,750.01-$10,000), $215 ($10,000.01-$25,000); order of eviction $15; service/court-officer fees extra
These amounts are set by state statute and apply in every Michigan district court. If you cannot afford the fee, ask the clerk about a fee waiver. At the 15th District Court, court mailing by certified mail is $13 per defendant.
Source: 15th District Court, How to File Landlord-Tenant or Land Contract Cases (updated 7/31/25)
How eviction cases work locally
| Attend every hearing | Courts warn that missing any hearing can lead to a default judgment and eviction. Hearing instructions are on the Summons. Source: Official source |
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The Michigan eviction process
Michigan state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti):
- Written notice: demand for possession (7 days nonpayment, health hazard/damage; 24 hours drug activity) or notice to quit (e.g., one rental period / 1 month for month-to-month)
- Landlord files a complaint in district court, attaching the notice and written lease (MCR 4.201(B))
- Summons and complaint served (mailed AND served personally, by certified restricted mail, on a household member, or by posting after diligent attempts) at least 3 days before the trial/appearance date
- First hearing (often a pretrial): tenant answers orally or in writing, raises defenses/counterclaims, may demand a jury; if triable issues exist trial is usually set within about 7-14 days; possible 14-28 day stay for pending rental assistance; tenant who fails to appear may be defaulted
- Judgment for possession (and any money judgment); in nonpayment cases, paying the judgment amount plus costs within the time allowed prevents the order of eviction
- Order of Eviction (writ of restitution) may not issue until 10 days after judgment, except immediate issuance in listed cases (e.g., forcible entry, trespass, serious continuing health hazard, drug-activity cases); landlord must request it within 56 days of judgment
- Removal of the tenant and belongings by a court officer, bailiff, or sheriff/deputy executing the order
Full Michigan eviction rules with sources →
Rent in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti)
HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Ann Arbor, MI MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):
| Studio | $1,365 |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,387 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,656 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,986 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,193 |
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation
Median gross rent in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti): $1,463/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).
County tenant ordinance
No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; city rules (if any) live on city pages.
Eviction help in Washtenaw County (Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti)
Free legal help
- Legal Services of South Central Michigan (Ypsilanti) — Free legal help for eligible low-income residents of Washtenaw County; 15 S. Washington St., Ypsilanti, (734) 665-6181.
- University of Michigan Clinical Law Program — Takes new cases only from early September to mid-April; (734) 763-4319.
- Michigan Legal Help — Statewide self-help tools for eviction cases.
Rental assistance
- Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (Washtenaw branch) — May help pay some or all rent due; (734) 481-2000, 22 Center St., Ypsilanti
- Housing Access for Washtenaw County (HAWC) — Housing assessment and referral; (734) 961-1999, HAWC@washtenaw.org
- Housing Bureau for Seniors — Help for older adults (55+); (734) 998-9339
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Related
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Frequently asked questions
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General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.