
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central Lake, MI from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Annika Place

Parkview Apartments

Riverview Terrace

Oak Terrace

PARK MEADOW APARTMENTS

Bay Hill I

Green Meadows Apartments

Pines45 Apartments
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Hillside Club Apartments

Harbour Ridge Apartments

107 Cass St, Unit Condo 2

Studio's at The Vic

Aspen Village

2276 S M-37, Unit B

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Lake Pointe Village

Ridge45 Apartments
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The Block at Petoskey

Sugar Plum Apartments

Pine Hills and Cedar Hills Apartments

Alger Apartments

Little Traverse Village

Village Glen Apartments

Townhouse Lane

Eagle Ridge Apartment Homes

Townline Flats
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Buena Vista Estates

Emerald Creek Apartments

Victories Square

Huron Apartments

Stargate Motel

Mackinaw Apartments

Lighthouse Village

Inland Lakes Motel

Cheboygan Shores
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Lighthouse Gardens Apartments

The Flats at Carriage Commons

Garfield Oaks

Brookside Commons

Liv Arbors

Totem Lodges

124 Beech St

Manitou Woods

1596 Lake St
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Central Lake, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Lake Studio Apartments | $1,392 | $1,095 | $1,600 |
| Central Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $419 | $3,200 |
| Central Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $468 | $3,348 |
| Central Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $1,080 | $3,500 |
| Central Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,985 | $2,775 | $3,145 |
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Cheapest Available Central Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Central Lake, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Annika Place in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood priced from $419. Oak Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $796. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annika Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $419 |
| Oak Terrace | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $796 |
| Bay Hill I | 2C | 2BR,1BA | $1,023 |
| Aspen Village | New Double-Wide | 3BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Brookside Commons | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,213 |
| The Block at Petoskey | 1BA Rent & Income Restrictions Apply | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Pine Hills and Cedar Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Little Traverse Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Village Glen Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,374 |
| Townhouse Lane | Townhouse Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Lake, MI and Nearby
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Lake area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3BD/2.5BA Model at Manitou Woods in the starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Central Lake apartment is the Birch Model at Pines45 Apartments starting at $1,635 with a $1.47 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manitou Woods | 3BD/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| Pines45 Apartments | Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Townhouse Lane | Townhouse Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Brookside Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Village Glen Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Pinecrest | Pinecrest | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Alger Apartments | 2 bed - 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Bay Hill I | 2C | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Annika Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| Oak Terrace | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Lake Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Lake Apartment is $419 at Annika Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Lake is starting from $1,023 at Bay Hill I.
What is the most affordable Central Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Village and starts from $1,200.
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