
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Traverse City, MI from $694 (31 Rentals)
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Parkview Apartments

Oak Terrace

Bay Hill I

853 E Front St

Harbour Ridge Apartments

2276 S M-37, Unit B
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Townhouse Lane

4210 Mitchell Creek Dr, Unit 6

Annika Place
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Ruth Park

Brookside Commons

Boardman Lake

East Bay Flats

The Flats at Carriage Commons

Tradewinds Terrace

Garfield Oaks
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Liv Arbors

King's Court

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Trailside45 Apartments

Manitou Woods

124 Beech St
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602 Saunders Rd SE

14690 W Pine Lake Rd

314 E Pine St
Traverse City, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Traverse City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Traverse City Studio Apartments | $1,543 | $1,275 | $1,600 |
| Cheap Traverse City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $796 | $2,508 |
| Cheap Traverse City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,078 | $818 | $3,348 |
| Cheap Traverse City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,512 | $1,154 | $3,618 |
| Cheap Traverse City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,079 | $2,775 | $3,205 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Traverse City, MI
Pricing Updated: 08/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Traverse City, MI area range in price from $818 to $3,348 with an overall median price of $1,565. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Traverse City Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Traverse City | $1,565 | $818 | 7 |
Cheapest Available Traverse City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Traverse City, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Annika Place in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood priced from $463. Parkview Apartments in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $694. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Traverse City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annika Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $463 |
| Parkview Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $694 |
| Oak Terrace | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $796 |
| Brookside Commons | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $887 |
| Townhouse Lane | Townhouse Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Eagle Ridge Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| West End Lofts | S2-RR | Studio,1BA | $1,596 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bath in Downtown Traverse City | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Marengo TC | Morello | 1BR,1BA | $1,659 |
| Edge 72 | Traveler | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Traverse City, MI
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Traverse City area is the $1.64 price per square foot Dune Model at Liv East Bay in the starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Traverse City apartment is the Single Family Home Model at Woodbury Estates starting at $2,399 with a $1.98 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Traverse City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liv East Bay | Dune | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Woodbury Estates | Single Family Home | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Townhouse Lane | Townhouse Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Brookside Commons | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 449 Munson Pl, Unit Munson Place Apartments | 449 Munson Pl | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Annika Place | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath C | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Eagle Ridge Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Edge 72 | Traveler | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Parkview Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Oak Terrace | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Traverse City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Traverse City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Traverse City Apartment is $463 at Annika Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Traverse City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Traverse City is starting from $887 at Brookside Commons.
What is the most affordable Traverse City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Traverse City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodbury Estates and starts from $2,399.
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