Charming 1-Bedroom / 1-bath apartment tucked quietly back in the woods just off Lafrainer & Garfield. This hidden gem feels like your own private treehouse retreat while still being only minutes from shopping, restaurants, and the highway.
As you pull in, the driveway winds through mature trees and opens to a small cluster of just a few units surrounded by dense forest located in the middle of town but feels like your in the country.
Inside:
Spacious living room with huge windows that flood the space with natural light and give you that "living in the forest" vibe year-round
Full kitchen with refrigerator, stove/oven, , and plenty of cabinet space
Huge walk-in pantry / storage closet easily big enough for all your dry goods, small appliances, and extra kitchen gadgets
Good-sized bedroom
Full bathroom with a walk in shower
Laundry on site
All utilities included (heat, electric, water/sewer, trash), so you have one simple monthly payment
** Can be offered fully furnished for additonal fee
Additional perks:
Common areas large deck, living room, pool table perfect for morning coffee or evening drinks while listening to the trees and getting to know your neighbors. We always have fresh coffee brewing!
One assigned parking spot right by your entrance + guest parking
Super quiet location you'll hear birds and leaves rustling instead of traffic
Pets considered on a case-by-case basis (with additional deposit)
Available now or flexible move-in date. $1750/month (utilities included). First month + security deposit to move in.
If you're looking for peace, privacy, and that "cabin in the woods" feel without leaving town, this is it. Come see it before it's gone places this secluded almost never hit the market!
Assisted Living residents enjoy all-inclusive care and meals with no extra fees for the essentials.
Independent Living residents start with a low base rate and simply add the services they want meals one week, housekeeping the next, or nothing at all when they feel like handling things themselves.
It's senior living that adapts to you not the other way around.
We'd love to give you a tour and help you design the perfect plan.
Call us or stop by anytime coffee and fresh-baked cookies are always waiting!
Apartment for rent
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$1,500/mo
Fees may apply
3016 Lafranier Rd #10, Traverse City, MI 49686
1beds
625sqft
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Apartment
Available now
No pets
Window unit
Shared laundry
Off street parking
Baseboard
What's special
Common areas large deckGood-sized bedroom
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Zillow last checked: 10 hours ago
Listing updated: February 02, 2026 at 11:43am
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 625 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Electricity included in rent, Garbage included in rent, Heating included in rent, Heating system: Baseboard, Sewage included in rent, Utilities fee required, Utilities included in rent, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Garbage, Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 1/5/2026 | Price change | $1,500+15.4%$2/sqft |
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| 12/16/2025 | Price change | $1,300-13.3%$2/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,500$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 49686
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Traverse Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Central High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 2.6 mi
- 8/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi

