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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Senior living community
  • Ages 55 or better
  • Community living room

Location

144 W 4th St, Clare, MI 48617, USA
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Management

KMG Prestige

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Leasing office

(989) 250-7633

Open 

Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Clarecastle Senior is a highly rated senior living community for ages 55 or better, with a strong overall score, excellent location and quality, and solid value and trustworthiness. It also offers community living room access and has a grocery store about 3.5 miles away, making it a well-rounded option with convenient living features.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
Clarecastle Senior is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

2B2 bed1 bath875 sqft$1,054 /mo1 unit availableTwo Bedroom 30%

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Amenities for Clarecastle Senior

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$284

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes

One pet per apartment, must be 20 lbs. or less. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units24
Lease terms12 months

About Clarecastle Senior

HomeApartments in Clare Clarecastle Senior

Clare Castle Senior Apartments is a four-story senior living community (ages 55 or better) located near downtown Clare, Michigan. A community living room and kitchen are available for residents and regular activities such as BINGO, crafts, coffee hour.


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
Clarecastle Senior is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Clarecastle Senior
Price·9A 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.
Clarecastle Senior stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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, Clarecastle Senior 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Clarecastle Senior offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Clarecastle Senior has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Clarecastle Senior.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Clarecastle Senior has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

Friendly residents.

Jeff Heaven

Jeff Heaven

Sep 13, 2021

As an elderly disabled tenant I find that living at Clare Castle suits all my needs. The environment is safe, clean and the tenants are like family. I love being in the heart of Clare, especially in the warmer months because there’s so much to do within walking distance.

Diana Fearn

Diana Fearn

Jan 14, 2025

We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

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 Clarecastle Senior compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 65 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 3.9 miles away

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Rent trends in Clare

2-bedroom apartments at Clarecastle Senior cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Clare.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Clare
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Clare
MonthMedian Rent
December 2024$680
January 2025$762
February 2025$762
March 2025$762
July 2025$800
August 2025$800
September 2025$800
October 2025$800
December 2025$1,056
January 2026$1,100
February 2026$1,100
March 2026$1,100
April 2026$1,100
May 2026$1,100
June 2026$1,100
July 2026$1,100
August 2026$1,000
September 2026$1,000
October 2026$1,000

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 144 W 4th St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$42,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,160 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,054.
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Schools near Clarecastle Senior

Clare Primary School

205 e wheaton ave

clare, MI, 48617

K-4Public
C+

Clare-Gladwin Area School

4041 e mannsiding rd

clare, MI, 48617

PK, K-12Public

GIRESD Center Programs

720 n kinney ave

mount pleasant, MI, 48858

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Clare near 144 W 4th St

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 144 W 4th St, Clare

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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