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Top of the Drive Apartments

12870 W Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48223

4.0 (2 reviews)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $625 - $900

  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    500 - 825 sq ft

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 500 SF Call for Availability
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 750 SF Call for Availability
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 825 SF Call for Availability
Studio $625 Call for Availability
Studio 1 Bath 500 Sq Ft $625 Deposit
1 Bedroom $800 Call for Availability
1 Bed 1 Bath 750 Sq Ft $800 Deposit
2 Bedroom $900 Call for Availability
2 Beds 1 Bath 825 Sq Ft $900 Deposit
Studio $625 Call for Availability
Studio 1 Bath 500 Sq Ft $625 Deposit
1 Bedroom $800 Call for Availability
1 Bed 1 Bath 750 Sq Ft $800 Deposit
2 Bedroom $900 Call for Availability
2 Beds 1 Bath 825 Sq Ft $900 Deposit
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Administrative Fee
    $100
  • Application Fee
    $35

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Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Air Conditioning

Property Information

  • Built in 1968
  • 174 units/3 stories

About Top of the Drive Apartments

Welcome to Top of the Drive Apartments, located in the vibrant city of Detroit, MI. Our spacious 1 and 2 bedroom floorplans offer the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With laundry facilities conveniently located in the building, you can say goodbye to those tedious trips to the laundromat. Say hello to hassle-free living as heat, water, and trash are all included in your monthly rent. Our dedicated onsite office ensures that all your needs are taken care of promptly and efficiently. At Top of the Drive Apartments, we pride ourselves on maintaining our property to the highest standards, ensuring that you have a comfortable and enjoyable living experience. Come and discover the convenience and affordability that our apartments have to offer. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make Top of the Drive Apartments your new home. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see for yourself why our residents love calling us home. To Qualify: - $35 App Fee per person - Must have 3x the monthly rent in income - Must have 575+ Credit Score Documents Required: - 3 recent pay stubs - 2 recent bank statements - ID Documents We would Like to Have that could qualify you for a deeper discount: - Tenant Ledger from current residence if possible - Copy of utility bill from current residence if possible

Top of the Drive Apartments is an apartment community located in Wayne County and the 48223 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Detroit Public Schools Community District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • New Laundry Equipment
  • Carports
  • Heat
  • Spacious 1 and 2 bedroom floorplans
  • water and trash included. Well maintained and office onsite.

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  • Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Walk-Up

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Office
  • Double Pane Windows
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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Walk-Up
  • New Laundry Equipment
  • Carports
  • Heat
  • Spacious 1 and 2 bedroom floorplans
  • water and trash included. Well maintained and office onsite.
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Office
  • Double Pane Windows
Expenses
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer, Air Conditioning Included
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Neighborhood

Brightmoor is a small, up-and-coming suburban neighborhood in northwest Detroit. Fueled by the Brightmoor Alliance, Brightmoor has as a close-knit community dedicated to revitalizing the area. Block clubs, after-school programs, and beautification projects foster Brightmoor’s strong sense of community. Rentals in this charming neighborhood are affordable and include single-family houses and apartments. There are locally owned restaurants and shops along Fenkell Avenue, and several parks located in and around the neighborhood for residents to enjoy. Rouge Park lies directly south of the neighborhood and has three swimming pools, trails, playgrounds, and sports facilities. Brightmoor is a great choice for commuters looking for a more cost-friendly location that’s still convenient to Downtown Detroit, which is about 30 minutes away.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Wayne County C.C., Northwest
Drive: 11 min 4.6 mi
Henry Ford Community College
Drive: 15 min 7.5 mi
U of M Dearborn
Drive: 14 min 7.8 mi
Oakland C.C., Southfield
Drive: 16 min 8.9 mi
Top of the Drive Apartments is within 11 minutes or 4.6 miles from Wayne County C.C., Northwest. It is also near Henry Ford Community College and U of M Dearborn.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Mann Learning Community
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
335 Students
Nearby
Detroit Community Schools-Elementary
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
302 Students
Nearby
Frederick Douglass International Academy
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-7
202 Students
Nearby
Gompers ElementaryMiddle School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
838 Students
Attendance Zone
Detroit Community Schools-High School
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
266 Students
Nearby
Cody High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
466 Students
Attendance Zone
Gibson School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
The Covenant School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Detroit include Baltimore St - Southbound, located 12.3 miles from Top of the Drive Apartments. Top of the Drive Apartments is near Detroit Metro Wayne County, located 17.1 miles or 32 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Baltimore St - Southbound
Drive: 18 min 12.3 mi
Baltimore St - Northbound
Drive: 18 min 12.3 mi
Amsterdam St - Northbound
Drive: 18 min 12.3 mi
Grand Blvd
Drive: 18 min 12.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Dearborn
Drive: 15 min 8.5 mi
Detroit
Drive: 18 min 12.2 mi
Royal Oak Amtrak
Drive: 25 min 14.1 mi
Troy Amtrak Station
Drive: 30 min 16.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Detroit Metro Wayne County
Drive: 32 min 17.1 mi
Car-Dependent
12
Walk Score®
Out of 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Some Transit
27
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
34
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Top of the Drive Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Telecraft Shopping Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Value Center
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Heritage Plaza
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Top of the Drive Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 2.3 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Lola Valley Park
Drive: 8 min 4.1 mi
Bell Creek Recreation Area
Drive: 9 min 5.0 mi
Environmental Interpretive Center
Drive: 13 min 7.6 mi
Nankin Mills Nature Center
Drive: 13 min 9.0 mi
Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village
Drive: 17 min 9.3 mi
Top of the Drive Apartments has 5 parks within 9.3 miles, including Lola Valley Park, Bell Creek Recreation Area, and Environmental Interpretive Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Straith Hospital for Special Surgery
Drive: 13 min 6.0 mi
Garden City Hospital
Drive: 12 min 6.1 mi
DMC Sinai - Grace Hospital
Drive: 14 min 7.4 mi
Top of the Drive Apartments has 3 hospitals within 7.4 miles, the nearest is Straith Hospital for Special Surgery which is 6.0 miles away and a 13 minute drive.
 
 

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Grounds are beautiful. Very well kept and maintained. Ms.alicia is very nice and professional did not make me feel any less of a person or renter becauss of my young age. she explained evrything well did everything on a timely matter. showed me the models explained everything to me also. she anwserd every question or concern and gave me reassurance. i cant wait to find if im approved yet. i hope i get in

9/9/19
Top of drive

Haven’t been approved yet, but the grounds were well kept. The property was clean. I have an aunt who stays there and her apartment is very nice and maintained. I met with Ms. Alicia and she was very accommodating and polite. Overall seems like I’ll be making a home here

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Thank you nice meeting you too. I make it a habit to treat people how I would like to be treated. I'm keeping my fingers cross. I will talk to you soon.

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Top of the Drive Apartments is in Brightmoor in the city of Detroit. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.3 miles of the property. Five parks are within 9.3 miles, including Lola Valley Park, Bell Creek Recreation Area, and Environmental Interpretive Center.

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