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98 East Van Buren Street, Battle Creek, Michigan 49017, United States
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Property Overview
Van Buren 98 achieves an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.4, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. The property excels in value, with a perfect price rating and an amenities score of 8, showcasing its competitive offerings. Additionally, its prime location is highlighted by outstanding proximity to top-rated schools and essential services, while also ensuring transparency and trustworthiness in the rental experience.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,118 sqft | $900 /mo | 1 unit available | Partially updated two bedroom one bath duplex in Battle Creek, MI! Offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for those who value comfort and convenience. The property boasts off-street parking, ensuring your vehicle is always conveniently located. Inside, you'll find a walk-in closet, providing ample storage for your belongings. Additionally, the apartment is equipped with washer/dryer hookups, making laundry day a breeze. Tenant are responsible for electric and gas, all other utilities are provided. Renters insurance required. Application Fee: $50 Security Deposit: Equal to 1-1.5x the monthly rent and determined based on application strength. Resident Service Package (included in all leases): $15/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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About Van Buren 98
Partially updated two bedroom one bath duplex in Battle Creek, MI! Offers two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for those who value comfort and convenience. The property boasts off-street parking, ensuring your vehicle is always conveniently located. Inside, you'll find a walk-in closet, providing ample storage for your belongings. Additionally, the apartment is equipped with washer/dryer hookups, making laundry day a breeze. Tenant are responsible for electric and gas, all other utilities are provided. Renters insurance required. Application Fee: $50 Security Deposit: Equal to 1-1.5x the monthly rent and determined based on application strength. Resident Service Package (included in all leases): $15/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.
8.4
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 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.
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·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, Van Buren 98 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.
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·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.
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
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 295 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Battle Creek
2-bedroom apartments at Van Buren 98 cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Battle Creek.
Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Battle Creek
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $625 |
| 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 | $611 |
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Can I afford to live at 98 East Van Buren Street?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$36,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near Van Buren 98
Verona Elementary School
825 capital ave ne
battle creek, MI, 49017
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Getting around Battle Creek near 98 East Van Buren 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 98 East Van Buren Street, Battle Creek
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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