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Highlights

  • Modern design
  • Cozy living environment
  • Maintenance staff
  • Downtown spot

Location

872 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686, USA
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Management

KMG Prestige

Leasing office

(231) 930-3781

Open 

Tuesday 7:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Bay Front Apartments offers a modern living experience in a downtown location with impressive amenities and a cozy environment. It receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.3, highlighting its excellent price and value balance, along with high ratings for amenities and location. Residents can enjoy a vibrant social life with numerous restaurants and parks nearby, as well as sustainable living features and reliable public transit options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Bay Front Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bay Front Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

1B1 bed1 bath629 sqft$995–$1,051 /moOne Bedroom One Bath 40%

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Amenities for Bay Front Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Trash IncludedWater
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$1,051

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Building details

Property details

Year built2005
Units7
Lease terms12 months
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About Bay Front Apartments

HomeApartments in Traverse City Bay Front Apartments

Located right downtown, the cottages are nestled in a spot that is perfect for viewing the bay. Enjoy all of the seasonal festivities from your porch or within short walking distance. Modern design helps create a cozy living environment. Appliances are included and our maintenance staff is quick, helful and efficient. We are ready to meet your nedds from your first visit all through the time that Bay Front is your home!


Year Built: 2005

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Bay Front Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bay Front Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Bay Front Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Bay Front Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Bay Front Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Bay Front Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Bay Front Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Bay Front Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Bay Front Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 22 parks within a mile
  • On-site recycling or composting options

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 81 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 22 parks and recreation options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Bay Front Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Traverse City

1-bedroom apartments at Bay Front Apartments cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Traverse City.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Traverse City
A table of studio rental data trends in Traverse City
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,450
March 2024$1,450
April 2024$1,500
May 2024$1,500
August 2024$1,450
September 2024$1,450
December 2024$1,109
January 2025$1,051
February 2025$1,082
March 2025$1,176
April 2025$1,082
May 2025$1,086
June 2025$1,075
July 2025$997
August 2025$1,051
September 2025$1,101
October 2025$1,402
November 2025$1,416
December 2025$1,408
January 2026$1,450

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near Bay Front Apartments

TCAPS Montessori School

1009 s oak st

traverse city, MI, 49684

PK, K-8Public
A-

Traverse City High School

3962 3 mile rd n

traverse city, MI, 49686

PK, 9-12Public
C+
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Getting around Traverse City near 872 E Front St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 872 E Front St, Traverse City

Groceries

3/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 20-to-30 minute walk.

Shopping

4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

6/10
The closest café is within a 5-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.

Nightlife

2/10
Few bars are within walking distance.

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