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530 N Michigan Ave

532 N Michigan Ave

Bay Hill I
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17330 Honor Hwy

Cadillac Lofts

The Flats at Carriage Commons
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602 Saunders Rd
Empire, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Empire?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Empire Studio Apartments | $1,031 | $600 | $1,275 |
Empire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $746 | $2,560 |
Empire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $815 | $6,000 |
Empire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,308 | $1,157 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Empire Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Empire, MI is a Studio unit found at 122 Hancock St priced from $600. The Flats at Carriage Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,083. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Empire apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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122 Hancock St | Unit 3 | Studio,1BA | $600 |
The Flats at Carriage Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,083 |
Brookside Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,227 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Empire, MI and Nearby
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Empire area is the $1.61 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Ruth Park in the in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Empire apartment is the Longitude Model at Ridge45 Apartments starting at $1,805 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Empire apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ruth Park | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
Ridge45 Apartments | Longitude | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
Chelsea Park West | Beech | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Brookside Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Holiday Village Townhomes | 2 BED/1.5 BATH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
West End Lofts | A5A | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Legends Morgan Farms | Harbor | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Oak Shore Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
122 Hancock St | Unit 3 | Studio ,1BA | $2.40 |
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Getting Around Empire, MI
Walk Score®
25 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $950 at 122 Hancock St.
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 $1,227 at Brookside Commons.
What is the most affordable Empire Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Empire Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brookside Commons and starts from $1,485.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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