
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Vanderbilt, MI from $400 (53 Rentals)
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Presque Isle Estates

Parkview Apartments

Oak Terrace

PARK MEADOW APARTMENTS

Bay Hill I

Green Meadows Apartments

Sawmill Lofts

Pines45 Apartments

5712 Shanty Creek Rd, Unit 694
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Hillside Club Apartments

Harbour Ridge Apartments

Studio's at The Vic

2276 S M-37, Unit B

Aspen Village

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Lake Pointe Village

Ridge45 Apartments

Sugar Plum Apartments

Alger Apartments
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Little Traverse Village

Townhouse Lane

Village Glen Apartments

Emerald Creek Apartments

Townline Flats

The Block at Petoskey

Eagle Ridge Apartment Homes

4055 S Thornapple Hollow

10964 N Mackinaw Hwy

Victories Square
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Annika Place

Ruth Park

602 Saunders Rd SE

Stargate Motel

Huron Apartments

Mackinaw Apartments

Lighthouse Village

Inland Lakes Motel

Cheboygan Shores

The Flats at Carriage Commons
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Lighthouse Gardens Apartments

Garfield Oaks

Liv Arbors

Totem Lodges

Pine Hills and Cedar Hills Apartments

8542 Park Ave

1596 Lake St

124 Beech St

Manitou Woods

8727 Sandy St
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Vanderbilt, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vanderbilt?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt Studio Apartments | $1,275 | $885 | $1,600 |
| Vanderbilt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $694 | $2,508 |
| Vanderbilt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,901 | $575 | $3,348 |
| Vanderbilt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,339 | $750 | $3,500 |
| Vanderbilt 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,960 | $2,775 | $3,095 |
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Cheapest Available Vanderbilt Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Vanderbilt, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Traverse City neighborhood priced from $50. Presque Isle Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Vanderbilt apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Terrace | 1 Bedroom R | 1BR,1BA | $50 |
| Presque Isle Estates | 1412 | 2BR,1BA | $575 |
| Oak Terrace | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $796 |
| Mackinaw Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Lighthouse Gardens Apartments | 1Br | 1BR,1BA | $1,146 |
| Sawmill Lofts | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Aspen Village | New Double-Wide | 3BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Little Traverse Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Townhouse Lane | Townhouse Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Annika Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,414 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vanderbilt, MI and Nearby
As of August 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vanderbilt area is the $1.63 price per square foot Ottawa Model at Liv East Bay in the starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Vanderbilt apartment is the Townhouse Ln Model at Townhouse Lane starting at $1,395 with a $1.29 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Vanderbilt apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liv East Bay | Ottawa | 5BR,2.5BA | $1.63 |
| Townhouse Lane | Townhouse Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Village Glen Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Alger Apartments | 2 bed - 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| The Block at Petoskey | 2BB Workforce Housing Unit* | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Mackinaw Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Lighthouse Gardens Apartments | 2Br | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Presque Isle Estates | 1520 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Oak Terrace | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Riverview Terrace | 1 Bedroom R | 1BR,1BA | $0.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vanderbilt Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vanderbilt Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vanderbilt Apartment is $50 at Riverview Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Vanderbilt Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vanderbilt is starting from $575 at Presque Isle Estates.
What is the most affordable Vanderbilt Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Vanderbilt Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Presque Isle Estates and starts from $750.
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