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Highlights

  • Parking lot
  • Private entrance
  • Snow removal
  • Internet/cable
  • Full unfinished basement
  • Townhome building

Location

1897 Apartment Dr, Traverse City, MI 49696, USA
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Management

Libertatem, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 432-0229 ext. 9663

Property Overview

1897 Apartment Drive offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and comfort, with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, top-tier amenities, and a highly competitive price point. It stands out for included utilities, high-speed internet, a quiet environment, private entrance, parking lot, snow removal, and a full unfinished basement, while also ranking in the 100th percentile for value per square foot.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1897 Apartment Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1897 Apartment Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1897 Apartment Drive - 72 bed1 bath874 sqft$1,650 /moTownhome building with 8 units each with their own private entrance. Each unit has a full unfinished basement, 2 parking spaces and patio pad in rear of unit. Water, lawncare, maintenance, trash removal and snow removal of parking lot is included in the rent. Tenants responsible to remove snow from sidewalks. Tenants pay gas, electric and internet/cable if they choose to have it. Call for showing or apply here: https libertatem managebuilding com Resident rental-application new

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Amenities for 1897 Apartment Drive

Apartment Amenities

Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer
Water

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
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One-time.

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About 1897 Apartment Drive

HomeApartments in Traverse City 1897 Apartment Drive

Townhome building with 8 units each with their own private entrance. Each unit has a full unfinished basement, 2 parking spaces and patio pad in rear of unit. Water, lawncare, maintenance, trash removal and snow removal of parking lot is included in the rent. Tenants responsible to remove snow from sidewalks. Tenants pay gas, electric and internet/cable if they choose to have it. Call for showing or apply here: https libertatem managebuilding com Resident rental-application new


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
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1897 Apartment Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1897 Apartment Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1897 Apartment Drive
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.
1897 Apartment Drive 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·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.
1897 Apartment Drive 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, 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.
1897 Apartment Drive 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 1897 Apartment Drive 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.
1897 Apartment Drive 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.

1897 Apartment Drive is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 1897 Apartment Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 174 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Traverse City

2-bedroom apartments at 1897 Apartment Drive cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Traverse City.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Traverse City
A table of studio rental data trends in Traverse City
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,416
December 2025$1,408
January 2026$1,450
February 2026$1,191
March 2026$1,148
April 2026$1,148
May 2026$1,148
June 2026$1,148
July 2026$2,199

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$66,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Schools near 1897 Apartment Drive

Courtade Elementary School

1111 rasho rd

traverse city, MI, 49696

PK, K-5Public
A-

Traverse City High School

3962 3 mile rd n

traverse city, MI, 49686

PK, 9-12Public
C+

North EdNew Horizons

933 rose st

traverse city, MI, 49686

PK, K-12Public

Northwest Education Services - Bridgeway

301 s garfield ave

traverse city, MI, 49686

PK, K-12Public

TCAPS Montessori School

1009 s oak st

traverse city, MI, 49684

PK, K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Traverse City near 1897 Apartment Dr

Walking

1/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1897 Apartment Dr, Traverse City

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

0/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

2/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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