Downtown Traverse City

Traverse City, MI

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Downtown Traverse City - Traverse City, MI

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Downtown TC has it all -- with a cherry on top

Walkable Bicycle-Friendly Lake Beach Arts Culture Shops Restaurants Outdoors Parks

Overlooking Grand Traverse Bay in Northern Michigan, Traverse City is gorgeous -- a lush, green landscape along the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan. It is considered one of the state's top fishing regions, the nation's largest producer of tart cherries, home to spectacular vineyards, beaches and a National Lakeshore, forests, fantastic boating and sailing, and ski areas. Because of everything Traverse City offers, it is considered a top tourist destination -- and an amazing place to live.

The heart of the city, Downtown Traverse City, is a walkable blend of unique shops, art galleries, top-rated restaurants, theaters, and the Downtown Farmers Market. Downtown is home to the largest film festival in the Midwest, the Traverse City Film Festival. Also held downtown, you won't want to miss the National Cherry Festival in July. Be sure to check out the historic City Opera House, built in 1891, or catch a play at the Old Town Playhouse. In the summer, head to Clinch Park and enjoy one of the best beaches in Michigan. The Traverse Area Recreation Trail (TART) is seven miles long and extends through Downtown Traverse City, providing a great way to walk or bicycle around the city.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Downtown Traverse City is $1,321 for a studio, $1,565 for one bedroom, $2,222 for two bedrooms, and $1,405 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown Traverse City has increased by 0.6% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 466 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,321/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 686 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,565/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,076 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,222/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 975 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,405/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

78

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

85

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve
  • Traverse City State Park
  • Commons Natural Area
  • Kids Creek Park
  • Hickory Meadows

Airports

  • Cherry Capital

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