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Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI

Pricing Updated: 03/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kalamazoo, MI area range in price from $350 to $4,090 with an overall median price of $2,266. The three Kalamazoo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eastside Kalamazoo at $1,200, Westwood at $350, and Milwood at $815. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kalamazoo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Eastside Kalamazoo$1,203$1,20013
Westwood$1,250$3501005
Milwood$1,285$8151079
Edison$1,400$5501325
Vine$1,444$584772
West Douglas / Fairmont$1,585$350934
Burke Acres$1,695$7501320
Eastwood$1,786$8501131
Eastside$1,799$5501538
Downtown Kalamazoo$1,816$5841045

Cheapest Available Kalamazoo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kalamazoo, MI is a 4 Beds unit found at The Tate on Howard in the West Main Hill neighborhood priced from $584. Vine St in the West Main Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $690. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kalamazoo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Tate on HowardThe Western4BR,2BA$584
Vine St120 VineStudio,1BA$690
Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ CommunityStudio LargeStudio,1BA$700
Concord Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$704
Seville ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$760
Davis Creek Apartments1x1 - Standard1BR,1BA$790
Sage Terrace1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$793

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI

As of March 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kalamazoo area is the $0.86 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at The Bronco Club in the in the Colony Farm neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value Kalamazoo apartment is the The SoHo Model at The Tate on Howard starting at $609 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the West Main Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kalamazoo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Bronco Club2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.86
The Tate on HowardThe SoHo4BR,2BA$0.44
The Paddock Apartment Homes2x2.5 Classic2BR,2.5BA$0.60
A2 Apartments3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$0.43
Arboretum2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.63
Aspen Ridge ApartmentsF1 (Remodel)(NT)2BR,1.5BA$1.04
126 E Stockbridge Ave, Unit 1126 E Stockbridge Ave2BR,1BA$0.83
908 S Park St, Unit 2908 S Park St2BR,1BA$1.00
Vine St120 VineStudio ,1BA$0.92
1023 Washington Ave, Unit 21023 Washington Ave1BR,1BA$1.00

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Kalamazoo Overview

Ideally located midway between both Detroit and Chicago, Kalamazoo is a southwestern city that truly represents some of the best in Michigan living. Bursting at the seams with amenities and big city excitement, all wrapped in the charm and welcoming ambiance of a much smaller locale, this prime slice of Michigan real estate should appeal to a wide assortment of lifestyles and budgets.

Why live in Kalamazoo, MI?

From the Western Michigan University campus to the thriving arts and music scene, Kalamazoo has something to offer just about everyone. Impressive natural scenery blends effortlessly with modern city convenience to create a 'best of both worlds' epicenter, all wrapped in the welcoming atmosphere of Michigan. Home to a variety of manufacturing as well as pharmaceutical industries, this on-the-move city is a great place to launch a career or raise a family.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kalamazoo, MI

Ranked #21

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Kalamazoo, MI

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kalamazoo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kalamazoo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kalamazoo is at Vine St listed at $690.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kalamazoo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kalamazoo Apartment is $725 at Concord Place Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kalamazoo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kalamazoo is starting from $838 at Sage Terrace.

What is the most affordable Kalamazoo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kalamazoo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Tate on Howard and starts from $690.

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