The Z communities are seven apartment communities managed by JMZ Management in seven Metro Detroit cities and townships, with 1 to 3 bedroom layouts, cat-friendly policies and smoke-free buildings. Here is how they compare and how to apply.
The quick answer
- Plymouth area (Wayne County): Z on Plymouth in Plymouth Township and Z on Coolidge in Plymouth, both with quartz kitchens and in-unit washers and dryers.
- Farmington and Farmington Hills (Oakland County): Z on Kingslane, walkable to downtown Farmington, and Z on Fourteen, with large two-bedroom, two-bath homes.
- Clawson (Oakland County): Z on Maple, with 2 and 3 bedroom layouts near Somerset Collection and downtown Birmingham.
- Walled Lake (Oakland County): Z on Decker, served by Walled Lake schools.
- Dearborn Heights (Wayne County): Z on Pardee, about 9 miles from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW).
- Every community: cat-friendly ($350 one-time fee plus $25 per month) and smoke-free.
Who manages the Z communities?
JMZ Management is a property management company based at 40020 Twelve Mile Rd in Novi. Rents below are starting rents as listed in October 2026; call to confirm current pricing, since rents and availability change. You can see every community on our Z apartment communities page.
Z on Plymouth, Plymouth Township
Z on Plymouth sits at 40275 Plymouth Rd in Plymouth Township. It has 80 homes in 10 two-story buildings and has been through a $2.5 million renovation. One-bedroom homes are 850 square feet and two-bedroom homes are 1,000 square feet.
- Standouts: quartz kitchens, stainless appliances, luxury vinyl plank (LVP) floors, full-size washer and dryer in every home, glass showers, central air, private deck or patio, and storage lockers.
- Starting rents: $1,499 (1BR) and $1,699 (2BR) as listed in October 2026; call to confirm current pricing.
- Pets: up to two cats; no dogs.
- Leasing: 248-246-1752
See the Z on Plymouth community page.
Z on Coolidge, Plymouth
Z on Coolidge is at 725 to 775 Coolidge in the City of Plymouth, under a mile from downtown Plymouth. It offers one and two bedroom homes.
- Standouts: quartz counters, white shaker cabinets, a sit-up bar, stainless appliances, glass showers, in-unit washer and dryer, private deck, and storage lockers.
- Starting rent: $1,499 as listed in October 2026; call to confirm current pricing.
- Leasing: 248-246-1752
See the Z on Coolidge community page.
Z on Fourteen, Farmington Hills
Z on Fourteen is a smaller community at 32023 W. 14 Mile in Farmington Hills. Its two-bedroom, two full bath homes are about 1,500 square feet, and it sits near I-96, I-696, M-5 and I-275.
- Standouts: granite counters, stainless appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, central air, private balcony, walk-in pantry, and a carport for each home.
- Starting rent: $1,800 as listed in October 2026; call to confirm current pricing.
- Leasing: 248-221-1266
See the Z on Fourteen apartments page.
Z on Kingslane, Farmington
Z on Kingslane is at 33354 Kingslane Ct in Farmington, walkable to downtown Farmington and near Schoolcraft College. It offers one and two bedroom homes.
- Standouts: granite in many units, air conditioning, private storage, a deck and dishwasher in select units, and garages for rent.
- Utilities: a utility fee covers heat, gas, water and trash.
- Pricing: call for current pricing.
- Leasing: 248-221-1266
See the Z on Kingslane apartments page.
Z on Maple, Clawson
Z on Maple is at 629 to 649 W. Maple Rd in Clawson, about 1 mile from I-75 and near Somerset Collection and downtown Birmingham. It offers two and three bedroom layouts.
- Standouts: a courtyard, free parking, and a private washer and dryer plus basement storage at 649 W. Maple.
- Starting rent: $1,299 as listed in October 2026; call to confirm current pricing.
- Leasing: 248-221-1266
See the Z on Maple apartments page.
Z on Decker, Walled Lake
Z on Decker is at 2151 Decker Rd in Walled Lake, with 48 apartments in 6 buildings served by Walled Lake schools. One-bedroom homes are 850 square feet and two-bedroom homes are 1,000 square feet.
- Standouts: new Trex decks on upstairs homes, patios on downstairs homes, granite in many homes, and LVP floors.
- Starting rents: $1,175 (1BR) and $1,275 (2BR) as listed in October 2026; call to confirm current pricing.
- Leasing: 248-284-6990
See the Z on Decker apartments page.
Z on Pardee, Dearborn Heights
Z on Pardee is at 5660 Pardee in Dearborn Heights, about 9 miles from DTW. It has 56 units: one-bedroom homes of about 750 square feet and two-bedroom homes of about 900 square feet.
- Standouts: a landscaped courtyard, balconies, 24/7 laundry, and storage.
- Starting rents: $999 (1BR) and $1,150 (2BR) as listed in October 2026; call to confirm current pricing.
- Leasing: 248-221-1266
See the Z on Pardee apartments page.
How to choose the right Z community
Start with your commute
Z on Fourteen is near I-96, I-696, M-5 and I-275. Z on Maple is about 1 mile from I-75. Z on Pardee is about 9 miles from DTW. If you want to walk to restaurants and shops, Z on Coolidge is under a mile from downtown Plymouth and Z on Kingslane is walkable to downtown Farmington.
Match the space to your household
Need a third bedroom? Z on Maple offers 3BR layouts. Want the most room in a two-bedroom? Z on Fourteen's homes are about 1,500 square feet with two full baths. Z on Plymouth and Z on Decker both list 850 square foot one-bedrooms and 1,000 square foot two-bedrooms.
Decide how much laundry convenience matters
Z on Plymouth, Z on Coolidge and Z on Fourteen have in-unit washers and dryers. Z on Maple has a private washer and dryer at 649 W. Maple, and Z on Pardee has 24/7 laundry.
Compare total monthly cost
Z on Pardee and Z on Decker list the lowest starting rents among the Z communities. At Z on Kingslane, ask how the utility fee compares with paying heat, gas and water yourself. If you have a cat, add the $25 monthly cat fee to your budget.
How to apply for a Z community apartment
- Check what is open on our available apartments search.
- Call the community's leasing line to confirm current pricing and availability and to schedule a tour.
- Ask what the application requires, including documents, fees and move-in costs.
- Plan for the pet and smoking rules. Every community is cat-friendly, with a $350 one-time fee plus $25 per month. Z on Plymouth allows up to two cats and no dogs. All seven communities are smoke-free.
Frequently asked questions
How many Z communities does JMZ Management have?
Seven, in seven Metro Detroit cities and townships: Plymouth Township, Plymouth, Farmington Hills, Farmington, Clawson, Walled Lake and Dearborn Heights.
Are the Z communities pet-friendly?
All seven are cat-friendly, with a $350 one-time fee plus $25 per month. Z on Plymouth allows up to two cats and no dogs. Call the leasing office before applying with any other pet.
Which Z communities have an in-unit washer and dryer?
Z on Plymouth, Z on Coolidge and Z on Fourteen. Z on Maple has a private washer and dryer at 649 W. Maple.
Do any Z communities have three-bedroom apartments?
Yes. Z on Maple in Clawson offers 2 and 3 bedroom layouts. Call 248-221-1266 to check current three-bedroom availability.
Which Z community has the lowest listed starting rent?
Z on Pardee in Dearborn Heights, with one-bedrooms starting at $999 as listed in October 2026. Call 248-221-1266 to confirm current pricing.
Ready to find your next home? Search open units at jmzmanagement.com/search-available-apartments, compare all seven at jmzmanagement.com/apartment-communities, or call leasing: 248-246-1752 for Z on Plymouth and Z on Coolidge, 248-221-1266 for Z on Fourteen, Z on Kingslane, Z on Maple and Z on Pardee, or 248-284-6990 for Z on Decker.
