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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Open concept kitchen
  • No smoking
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Nearby restaurants and shopping

Location

526 East Eighth Street, Traverse City, Michigan 49686, United States
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Management

Schmidt-Rogers Management, LLC

Leasing office

(231) 941-0707

Property Overview

526 E Eighth Street presents an attractive rental opportunity with a Zumper expert rating of 8.6 and a price rating of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing aligned with features and amenities. Notable attributes include an open concept kitchen, a prime location with access to a vibrant social scene, and excellent amenities, highlighted by 22 parks, 121 restaurants, and strong public transit options within a mile. The property stands out for its commitment to transparency and sustainability, ensuring a positive living experience for residents.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 526 E Eighth Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 526 E Eighth Street 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

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,345 /mo1 unit availableExperience the convenience and comfort of living in this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom upper-level apartment located near the vibrant downtown area of Traverse City, MI. This apartment offers a prime location, within walking and biking distance to a variety of restaurants, shopping centers, and local attractions. One of the standout features of this apartment is that the gas is included, providing you with one less bill to worry about. The apartment is available for a one-year lease with the option to renew, offering you flexibility and peace of mind. Enjoy the best of Traverse City living in this conveniently located upper-level apartment. The gross rent for this property is $50 additional and is applied if payment is not received by 5pm on the 1st of every month. The security deposit equals a month and a half of the gross rent. This property is managed by Schmidt-Rogers Management, LLC. We take pride in offering top notch customer service and have integrated with AppFolio and RentCheck to simplify the process of finding a rental and moving in easier for our new tenants. AppFolio offers online application process, electronic signatures for lease agreement and any additional agreements, communication via e-mail or text messaging. Once approved; tenants sign into a portal for easy access to pay online, submit a work order, see lease documents, and more. RentCheck is sent via mail to conduct the move in and move out inspection from your phone. It takes you step by step to take photos of the property.

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Amenities for 526 E Eighth Street

Apartment Amenities

Gas Included

Appliances

All Kitchen Appliances
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

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About 526 E Eighth Street

HomeApartments in Traverse City 526 E Eighth Street

Experience the convenience and comfort of living in this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom upper-level apartment located near the vibrant downtown area of Traverse City, MI. This apartment offers a prime location, within walking and biking distance to a variety of restaurants, shopping centers, and local attractions. One of the standout features of this apartment is that the gas is included, providing you with one less bill to worry about. The apartment is available for a one-year lease with the option to renew, offering you flexibility and peace of mind. Enjoy the best of Traverse City living in this conveniently located upper-level apartment. The gross rent for this property is $50 additional and is applied if payment is not received by 5pm on the 1st of every month. The security deposit equals a month and a half of the gross rent. This property is managed by Schmidt-Rogers Management, LLC. We take pride in offering top notch customer service and have integrated with AppFolio and RentCheck to simplify the process of finding a rental and moving in easier for our new tenants. AppFolio offers online application process, electronic signatures for lease agreement and any additional agreements, communication via e-mail or text messaging. Once approved; tenants sign into a portal for easy access to pay online, submit a work order, see lease documents, and more. RentCheck is sent via mail to conduct the move in and move out inspection from your phone. It takes you step by step to take photos of the property.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 526 E Eighth Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 526 E Eighth Street 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 526 E Eighth Street
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.
526 E Eighth Street 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·9A 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.
526 E Eighth Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including all kitchen appliances. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 526 E Eighth Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
526 E Eighth Street 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 526 E Eighth Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

526 E Eighth Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 121 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 242 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 19 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 22 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby

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 526 E Eighth Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Traverse City

2-bedroom apartments at 526 E Eighth Street cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Traverse City.

Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Traverse City
A table of studio rental data trends in Traverse City
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,355
January 2024$1,355
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$1,450

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$53,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,345.
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Schools near 526 E Eighth Street

TCAPS Montessori School

1009 s oak st

traverse city, MI, 49684

PK, K-8Public
A-

Eastern Elementary School

1600 eastern ave

traverse city, MI, 49686

PK, K-5Public
B+

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 526 East Eighth Street

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Points of interest for 526 East Eighth Street, Traverse City

Groceries

8/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there is also a moderate number of specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

5/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

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

Restaurants

5/10
Several restaurants are within a short walk.

Primary schools

7/10
The closest elementary school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

High schools

6/10
The closest high school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

Nightlife

4/10
The closest bar is within a 5-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.

Explore the area around 526 East Eighth Street

Oryana Community Co-op
260 E Tenth St
Oryana Natural Foods Market
260 E Tenth St
Fustini's Oils & Vinegars
141 E Front St
Family Fare Supermarkets
905 E Eighth St
Folgarelli's Market & Wine Shop
424 W Front St

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