Top of the Drive Apartments

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12870 W Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48223
(248) 965-1899
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Top of the Drive Apartments

12870 W Outer Dr
Detroit, MI 48223
(248) 965-1899
Top of the Drive Apartments in Detroit, MI - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $625–$800Rent Pricing
  • 500–825Square Feet

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 located in the Brightmoor Neighborhood and 48223 Zip code of Detroit, MI. This community is professionally managed by Continental Management

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Top of the Drive Apartments offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $625 and having 500–825 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    $625

    Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 500 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $625Available NowStudio500 sq ft$625

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $625

    Deposit

    • $625 deposit
  • 1 Bedroom

    $800

    1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 750 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $800Available Now1 Bedroom750 sq ft$800

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen

    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Double Pane Windows
    • Vinyl Flooring

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800

    Deposit

    • $800 deposit
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 825 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $900Unavailable2 Bedroom825 sq ft$900

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $900

    Deposit

    • $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.

Schedule a Tour

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Call us at: (248) 965-1899 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

  • 174 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1968

Utilities Included

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

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

  • $35 Application Fee
  • $100 Admin Fee

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

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

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Interior Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Tub/Shower
  • Heating
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Kitchen
  • Oven

Living Area Features

  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Office
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12870 W Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48223

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Top of the Drive Apartments

Where is Top of the Drive Apartments located?

Top of the Drive Apartments is located at 12870 W Outer Dr near the Brightmoor area of Detroit, MI

What is the current rent range at Top of the Drive Apartments?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Top of the Drive Apartments currently range from $625 to $800

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Top of the Drive Apartments are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Popularity 3.2

    The Popularity rating shows you the popularity level for this community based on the activity of other shoppers on ApartmentHomeLiving.com in relation to the local average.

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Top of the Drive Apartments Apartments are 8.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the Brightmoor area, and 48.97% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Brightmoor Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$625$625+$0-0.0%
    1 Bedroom$800$889-$89-10.0%
    2 Bedroom$900$1,069-$169-15.8%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Detroit

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$625$1,287-$662-51.4%
    1 Bedroom$800$1,491-$691-46.3%
    2 Bedroom$900$1,771-$871-49.2%

    Methodology: On 03/25/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 104 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Top of the Drive Apartments (Brightmoor), and 3012 other apartment communities in Detroit using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 03/25/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0
2 Renters Reviews
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  • Top of the drive

    January 6, 2020
    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
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Top of drive

    September 9, 2019
    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
    • Property Manager Responded

      September 11, 2019
      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.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Gompers ElementaryMiddle School

Detroit Public Schools Community District
14450 Burt Road
Public School - Grades PK-8 (838 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
1/10

Cody High School

Detroit Public Schools Community District
18445 Cathedral Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (466 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.6 miles away
1/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Top of the Drive Apartments.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

18301 W. McNichols
6 minute drive / 3.14 miles away
3011 W Grand Blvd
20 minute drive / 9.38 miles away
480 W. Hancock St.
21 minute drive / 9.97 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Autozone
9423 Telegraph Rd
4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away
Walgreen's
26000 Five Mile Rd
5 minute drive / 2.39 miles away
Walgreens
20001 Seven Mile Rd
7 minute drive / 3.54 miles away

Colleges and Universities

8200 West Outer Drive
7 minute drive / 3.44 miles away
5101 Evergreen Road
8 minute drive / 3.98 miles away
4901 Evergreen Rd
9 minute drive / 4.5 miles away

Groceries

Aldi
25851 Grand River Ave
8 minute drive / 4.13 miles away
Kroger
7350 N Middlebelt Rd
9 minute drive / 4.47 miles away
Westborn Market
21755 Michigan Ave
11 minute drive / 5.18 miles away

Hospitals

6245 Inkster Rd
9 minute drive / 4.22 miles away
6071 W Outer Drive
10 minute drive / 4.87 miles away
28050 Grand River Avenue
11 minute drive / 5.5 miles away

Military Bases

14 minute drive / 6.58 miles away

Parks and Recreation

8450 West 10 Mile Rd
18 minute drive / 8.69 miles away
6325 W Jefferson Ave
21 minute drive / 9.91 miles away

Top of the Drive Apartments has 2 parks within 9.9 miles, including Detroit Zoo, and Fort Wayne.

Restaurants and Dining

29508 Northwestern Hwy
19 minute drive / 9.11 miles away
419 South Main Street
20 minute drive / 9.47 miles away
4313 W. Thirteen Mile Road
21 minute drive / 9.95 miles away

Shopping Centers

14010-14128 Telegraph Rd
2 minute drive / 0.89 miles away
20425-20427 Plymouth Rd
3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away
14615-14839 Telegraph Rd
3 minute drive / 1.29 miles away

Top of the Drive Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.7 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Detroit Studio Apartments $1,287$550$3,175
Detroit 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,491$479$5,000
Detroit 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,771$578$8,080
Detroit 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,186$750$8,589
Detroit 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,617$790$3,500

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