Cheap Apartments for Rent in Eastlake, MI from $300 (40 Rentals)

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$1,100 - $1,350

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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853 E Front St

Traverse CityMI49686

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122 Hancock St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

122 Hancock St

122 Hancock StManistee, MI 49660
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Liv Wildwood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Liv Wildwood

153 S Wildwood TrlLudington, MI 49431
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Garfield Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garfield Oaks

3011 Garfield Rd NTraverse City, MI 49686
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Brookside Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brookside Commons

4155 Sprucewood DrTraverse City, MI 49684
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Liv Arbors
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Liv Arbors

2955 Leggett DrTraverse City, MI 49685

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Eastlake, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastlake Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Eastlake, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood priced from $744. 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 Eastlake apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverview Terrace1 Bedroom R1BR,1BA$744
Oak Terrace1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$796
Hillside ApartmentsAPT 2Studio,1BA$1,000
Cadillac Lofts1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,138
Walnut Knoll ApartmentsTwo bedroom apt2BR,1BA$1,190
Studio's at The VicKingStudio,1BA$1,199
Brookside CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,227
Pine Hills and Cedar Hills Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,300
Village Glen ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1,374

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastlake, MI and Nearby

As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastlake area is the $0.28 price per square foot 4x2 Model at Oakwood Townhomes in the starting from $469. The second greatest value Eastlake apartment is the 4BR/4BA - A Model at College Town Apartments starting at $499 with a $0.33 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastlake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oakwood Townhomes4x24BR,2.5BA$0.28
College Town Apartments4BR/4BA - A4BR,4BA$0.33
Eight Thirty Water TowerThe Derby4BR,2BA$1.52
110 Washington St, Unit The Studio110 Washington St2BR,1BA$1.27
Brookside CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.20
Village Glen ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
Hillside ApartmentsAPT 91BR,1BA$1.40
Campus Creek Townhomes2BR/2BA - Townhome Super4BR,2BA$0.81
Walnut Knoll ApartmentsTwo bedroom apt2BR,1BA$1.43
Oak Terrace1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastlake Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastlake?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastlake is at Hillside Apartments listed at $1,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastlake Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastlake Apartment is $744 at Riverview Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastlake Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastlake is starting from $1,190 at Walnut Knoll Apartments.

What is the most affordable Eastlake Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Eastlake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Buena Vista Estates and starts from $1,550.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.