Cheap Apartments for Rent in Empire, MI from $400 (49 Rentals)

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property at 410 Ramsdell St

$1,100

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$1,100
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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410 Ramsdell St, Unit 410.5 Upstairs

410 Ramsdell St
ManisteeMI49660
property at 107 Cass St

$1,195

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$1,195
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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107 Cass St, Unit Condo 2

107 Cass St
Traverse CityMI49684

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property at 2276 S M-37

$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2276 S M-37, Unit B

2276 S M-37
Traverse CityMI49685

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property at 1788 St Joseph St

$1,595

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$1,595
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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

1788 St Joseph St

Traverse CityMI49696
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Chelsea Park West
$1,685 - $2,284
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Chelsea Park West

2054 Essex View DrTraverse City, MI 49685
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Legends Morgan Farms
$1,887 - $2,581
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$1,887 - $2,581
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Legends Morgan Farms

12300 S Lovell LnTraverse City, MI 49684
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property at 245 Lake Ave

$2,100

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$2,100
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 19

245 Lake Ave, Unit B

245 Lake Ave
Traverse CityMI49684
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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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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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Manitou Woods
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Manitou Woods

1021 Manitou DrTraverse City, MI 49686
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Oleson's West
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oleson's West

3860 N Long Lake RdTraverse City, MI 49684
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Glen Haven Circle
2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Haven Circle

995 Glen Haven CirPetoskey, 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. Cadillac Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,138. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Empire apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Terrace1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$796
Cadillac Lofts1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,138
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
Townhouse LaneTownhouse Ln2BR,1BA$1,395
Annika PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,414
JTaylor Park2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1,445
Ruth ParkTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,475
Eagle Ridge Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Empire, MI and Nearby

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Empire 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 Empire apartment is the Longitude South Model at Ridge45 Apartments starting at $1,815 with a $1.64 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.
Manitou Woods3BD/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.52
Ridge45 ApartmentsLongitude South2BR,2BA$1.64
Townhouse LaneTownhouse Ln2BR,1.5BA$1.29
JTaylor Park2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.35
Brookside CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.20
Village Glen ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
Hillside ApartmentsAPT 2Studio ,1BA$1.00
PinecrestPinecrest2BR,2BA$1.62
Buena Vista EstatesThree Bed Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.70
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 $1,227 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 Buena Vista Estates and starts from $1,550.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.