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2276 S M-37, Unit B

2276 S M-37
Traverse CityMI49685

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Victories Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Victories Square

1899 Migizi WayPetoskey, MI 49770
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122 Hancock St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

122 Hancock St

122 Hancock StManistee, MI 49660

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Garfield Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garfield Oaks

3011 Garfield Rd NTraverse City, MI 49686
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Liv Arbors
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Liv Arbors

2955 Leggett DrTraverse City, MI 49685
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Manitou Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Manitou Woods

1021 Manitou DrTraverse City, MI 49686
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Pinecrest
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinecrest

1297 Lachaumiere DrPetoskey, MI 49770
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Empire, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Empire Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Empire, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Terrace priced from $796. 105 Hobart St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Empire apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Terrace1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$796
105 Hobart St1 bed1BR,1BA$1,075
Buena Vista EstatesTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1,100
Cadillac Lofts1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,138
Lighthouse Gardens Apartments1Br1BR,1BA$1,146
Riverview Terrace1 Bedroom R1BR,1BA$1,156
Townhouse LaneTownhouse Ln2BR,1BA$1,395
JTaylor Park2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1,445
Village Glen ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1,478
Marengo TCMorello1BR,1BA$1,659

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Empire, MI and Nearby

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Empire area is the $1.60 price per square foot Empire Model at Liv East Bay in the starting from $3,065. The second greatest value Empire apartment is the Cedar Model at Chelsea Park West starting at $2,137 with a $1.92 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Empire apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Liv East BayEmpire4BR,2.5BA$1.60
Chelsea Park WestCedar2BR,2BA$1.92
Townhouse LaneTownhouse Ln2BR,1.5BA$1.29
JTaylor Park2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.35
Ridge45 ApartmentsAltitude2BR,1BA$1.68
Village Glen ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.46
Hillside ApartmentsAPT 2Studio ,1BA$1.00
Buena Vista EstatesThree Bed Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.70
Lighthouse Gardens Apartments2Br2BR,1BA$1.83
Oak Terrace1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Empire Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Empire Apartment is $796 at Oak Terrace.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Empire is starting from $1,100 at Buena Vista Estates.

What is the most affordable Empire Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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