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Highlights

  • Air conditioning
  • Off-street parking
  • Open floor plan
  • Newly remodeled apartment
  • Electric range & refrigerator
  • New kitchen cabinets, new flooring, fresh paint

Location

98 Van Buren St E, Battle Creek, MI 49017, USA
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Management

Lighthouse Property Management-Kalamazoo

Leasing office

(269) 841-5672

Property Overview

Van Buren 98 presents an impressive overall Zumper rating of 8.5, with outstanding scores in price, amenities, and location, indicating a strong balance of value and quality living. The property features modern upgrades like air conditioning, an open floor plan, and newly remodeled interiors, enhancing its appeal. With proximity to top-rated schools and a competitive price point, it stands out as a desirable option for renters.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Van Buren 98 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Van Buren 98 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

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • More space

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,118 sqft$950 /mo1 unit available2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment available for rent in Battle Creek! Enjoy air conditioning, off-street parking, open floor plan, a lot of natural lighting, electric range & refrigerator. Tenant is only responsible for electric and gas. No pets. Application Fee: $55 Security Deposit: Equal to 1-1.5x the monthly rent and determined based on application strength. Resident Service Package (included in all leases): $16/month Schedule a showing on our website: https www lighthousepm com availability Lighthouse Property Management is an equal opportunity housing provider. Lighthouse does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, or familial status

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Amenities for Van Buren 98

Appliances

Electric RangeRange
Refrigerator

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Lawn & SnowWater, Sewer & Trash
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. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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HomeApartments in Battle Creek Van Buren 98

2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment available for rent in Battle Creek! Enjoy air conditioning, off-street parking, open floor plan, a lot of natural lighting, electric range & refrigerator. Tenant is only responsible for electric and gas. No pets. Application Fee: $55 Security Deposit: Equal to 1-1.5x the monthly rent and determined based on application strength. Resident Service Package (included in all leases): $16/month Schedule a showing on our website: https www lighthousepm com availability Lighthouse Property Management is an equal opportunity housing provider. Lighthouse does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, or familial status


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Van Buren 98 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Van Buren 98 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 Van Buren 98
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.
Van Buren 98 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.
Van Buren 98 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn & snow. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Van Buren 98 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.
Van Buren 98 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 Van Buren 98 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.
Van Buren 98 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 Van Buren 98 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 295 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Battle Creek

2-bedroom apartments at Van Buren 98 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Battle Creek.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Battle Creek
A table of studio rental data trends in Battle Creek
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$557
May 2024$609
June 2024$621
July 2024$607
August 2024$589
September 2024$589
October 2024$599
November 2024$612
December 2024$605
January 2025$611
February 2025$624
March 2025$634
April 2025$668
May 2025$624
June 2025$605
July 2025$595
August 2025$624
September 2025$624
October 2025$606
November 2025$609
December 2025$599
January 2026$599
February 2026$599
March 2026$599

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near Van Buren 98

Fremont International Academy

115 emmett st e

battle creek, MI, 49017

PK, K-5Public
C

Verona Elementary School

825 capital ave ne

battle creek, MI, 49017

PK, 3-5Public
C-

Doris Klaussen Developmental Center

408 e jameson ave

battle creek, MI, 49014

PK, K-12Public

Mar Lee School

21236 h dr n

marshall, MI, 49068

K-8Public
B-
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Getting around Battle Creek near 98 Van Buren St E

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.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Points of interest for 98 Van Buren St E, Battle Creek

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 98 Van Buren St E

Food Center
65 Main St
K & A Food Mart Inc
94 North Ave
La Placita Market
397 Capital Ave NE
Nina's Market
282 Capital Ave SW
Penny Pinchers
1255 Columbia Ave E

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