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Highlights

  • Fully equipped fitness center
  • Laundry facilities
  • Active lifestyle
  • Free weights
  • Covered parking
  • Smoke-free community

Location

1551 Palmetto Dr, Portage, MI 49002, USA
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Management

Wason Management Consultants LLC

Leasing office

(269) 254-4328

Property Overview

Sterling Oaks Senior Apts earns strong marks for value, amenities, and location, with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4 out of 10. It offers a fully equipped fitness center, free weights, laundry facilities, covered parking, and a smoke-free community, along with exceptional proximity to public transportation and nearby schools.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Sterling Oaks Senior Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sterling Oaks Senior Apts 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
  • Central heat
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

1/11 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,700 /mo

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Amenities for Sterling Oaks Senior Apts

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
CarpetCeiling Fan
Central HeatDryer
FurnishedHard Surface Countertops
Hardwood FloorHeating
High CeilingsPantry
Private BalconyPrivate Patio
Vaulted CeilingView
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
Refrigerator

Tech

Climate Control

Building

Controlled AccessFitness Center
Free WeightsLibrary
Multi-use RoomOnsite Laundry
Recreation RoomResidents Lounge
Smoke-freeWheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Assigned ParkingCourtyard

Services

Availability 24 HoursGroup Exercise
On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Package ServiceValet Trash Service

Neighborhood

Walking Trail
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant.

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REQUIRED FEES

Admin Fee

One-time.

$25

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

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About Sterling Oaks Senior Apts

HomeApartments in Portage Sterling Oaks Senior Apts

Sterling Oaks Senior Apartments at 1551 Palmetto Drive, Portage, MI, offers comfortable multi-family condominium style zero-step living designed for seniors. Enjoy 24-hour availability, covered parking, a fully equipped fitness center with free weights, and furnished units available for your convenience. The community features package receiving, on-site management and maintenance, a multi-use room, library, laundry facilities, jogging and walking trails, group exercise classes, a recreation room, and valet trash service. This smoke-free community provides a welcoming and active lifestyle tailored to your needs.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Sterling Oaks Senior Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sterling Oaks Senior Apts 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 Sterling Oaks Senior Apts
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.
Sterling Oaks Senior Apts 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·10A 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.
Sterling Oaks Senior Apts stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry, furnished rental—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Sterling Oaks Senior Apts 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 Sterling Oaks Senior Apts 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.
Sterling Oaks Senior Apts 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.

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 Sterling Oaks Senior Apts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 2.4 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.8 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.7 miles away
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Rent trends in Portage

1-bedroom apartments at Sterling Oaks Senior Apts cost about 54% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Portage.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Portage
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Portage
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$996
December 2024$1,091
January 2025$1,141
February 2025$1,095
March 2025$1,059
April 2025$946
May 2025$941
June 2025$998
July 2025$935
August 2025$1,183
September 2025$1,092
October 2025$850
February 2026$1,199
March 2026$1,001
April 2026$1,214
May 2026$1,102
June 2026$997
July 2026$875
August 2026$875
September 2026$1,193
October 2026$1,088

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$68,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Schools near Sterling Oaks Senior Apts

Lake Center Elementary School

10011 portage rd

portage, MI, 49002

PK, K-5Public
A-

Woodsedge Learning Center

1501 e milham rd

portage, MI, 49002

PK, K-12Public

Portage Community High School

1010 w milham ave

portage, MI, 49024

PK, 9-12Public
C-

Valley Center School

3122 lake st

kalamazoo, MI, 49048

1-12Public

Mattawan Early Childhood Education Center

56720 murray st

mattawan, MI, 49071

KPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Portage near 1551 Palmetto Dr

Walking

2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1551 Palmetto Dr, Portage

Groceries

5/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive

Explore the area around 1551 Palmetto Dr

H & B Market
9113 Portage Rd
Meijer
8850 Shaver Rd
Walmart Supercenter
8350 Shaver Rd
Gordon Food Service Store
7421 S Westnedge Ave
Sam's Club
7021 S Westnedge Ave

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