530 N Michigan Ave
MantonMI49663
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600 Bay Hill DrTraverse City, MI 49684
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Lighthouse Gardens Apartments
1001 May StCharlevoix, MI 49720
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Cadillac Lofts
207 S Mitchell StCadillac, MI 49601
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The Flats at Carriage Commons
1389 Carriage View LnTraverse City, MI 49686
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CadillacMI49601
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Empire, MI Local Guide
Lake Michigan Overlook by Ken Bosma is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Empire?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empire Studio Apartments | $1,444 | $1,071 | $3,000 |
| Empire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $746 | $2,800 |
| Empire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,972 | $815 | $3,800 |
| Empire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,307 | $1,157 | $3,600 |
| Empire 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $1,608 | $1,608 |
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Cheapest Available Empire Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Empire, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Ruth Park in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood priced from $454. Annika Place in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $476. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Empire apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruth Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $454 |
| Annika Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $476 |
| Lighthouse Gardens Apartments | 2Br | 2BR,1BA | $1,028 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Empire, MI and Nearby
As of August 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Empire area is the $1.98 price per square foot Single Family Home Model at Woodbury Estates - SINGLE FAMILY HOMES in the starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Empire apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Ruth Park starting at $1,800 with a $1.61 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbury Estates - SINGLE FAMILY HOMES | Single Family Home | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Ruth Park | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Brookside Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Holiday Village Townhomes | 2 BED/1.5 BATH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| Annika Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.52 |
| Legends Morgan Farms | Harbor | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Chelsea Park West | Arcadia Bay | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Cadillac Lofts | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Lighthouse Gardens Apartments | 1Br | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Flats at Carriage Commons | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
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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 $1,050 at Lighthouse Gardens Apartments.
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 $454 at Ruth Park.
What is the most affordable Empire Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Empire Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lighthouse Gardens Apartments and starts from $1,357.
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