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281 Oak Lawn Dr

Battle Creek, MI 49037 - Calhoun County

House

2 beds

2 baths

Cats & dogs OK

W/D hookups

About 281 Oak Lawn Dr

Pet Friendly, Eat-in kitchen, Refrigerator, Central air conditioning, Living room, Dining room, On-site manager, Laundry hookups in unit, Back porch, Private porch, Pets negotiable, Tenant pays gas and electric, Master bath, One year lease, Gas furnace, Media room / clubhouse, Carpet floors, Cats negotiable, Dogs negotiable, No smoking, Playground, Basketball court, 2 parking spots, Snow removal not included, Lawn care not included & Off-street parking.

3 days on RentalSource

RentalSource last checked: 2 hours ago · Listing updated: October 29, 2026

Managed by: Creek Valley Bedford Hills · (269) 397-4722

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Property Summary

Property Type:	House
Rental Fee:	$1,150
Bedrooms:	2 beds
Bathrooms:	2 baths
Size:	Inquire

Pets:	Cats & dogs
Laundry:	Hookups
Parking:	Yes
Available:	Inquire
ID:	84595669

Amenities

Washer/Dryer Hookups
Air Conditioning
Parking
Balcony/Patio
Carpeted Floors
Clubhouse
Media Room
On-Site Management
Playground/Park
Refrigerator
Smoke-Free
Sport Court

Additional Details

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom house at 281 Oak Lawn Dr in Battle Creek, MI 49037 rents for $1,150 a month. It is pet friendly. 281 Oak Lawn Dr was advertised by Creek Valley Bedford Hills on October 29, 2026.

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(269) 397-4722

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