
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI from $300 (101 Rentals)
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628 W Ransom St

Kendall Off Main

The Tate on Howard

Westchester Woods Apartments

Walbridge Common

Concord Place Apartments

1023 Washington Ave, Unit 2

1023 Washington Ave

1123 Egleston Ave

Seville Apartments

Haven on Main

Cherokee Westlawn Apartments: Age 55+ Only

506 Wheaton Ave, Unit 3

Aspen Ridge Apartments

917 W South St, Unit 2 bedroom main floor

The Colonial (311-315 Woodward LLC)

Country Meadow Apartments

180 E.Water Street

Candlewyck Apartments

Lakeview Apartments

Nottingham Place Apartments

Oakhurst Apartments

706 Locust St

221 W Emerson St

1704 Knollwood Ave

Whitehall Apartments

The Willows (Sprague and Michigan LLC)

Denway Circle Apartments

Mill Creek Apartments

Madeira Apartments

Chestnut Hills Apartments

2909 W Michigan Ave

Gilmore Apartments

Gull Prairie/Gull Run Apartments and Townhomes

Woodstone Apartments

The Landing

Forest View On 11th

Kendall Manor Apartments

4671 Winding Way, Unit APT 3

Village Square Apartments

3614 Douglas Ave
Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kalamazoo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Kalamazoo Studio Apartments | $1,023 | $670 | $1,610 |
Cheap Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $550 | $2,780 |
Cheap Kalamazoo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $555 | $4,090 |
Cheap Kalamazoo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $690 | $2,725 |
Cheap Kalamazoo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $450 | $2,453 |
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Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Kalamazoo, MI area range in price from $399 to $4,090 with an overall median price of $2,293. The three Kalamazoo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eastside Kalamazoo at $1,206, Milwood at $815, and Vine at $399. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kalamazoo Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Eastside Kalamazoo | $1,206 | $1,206 | 13 |
Milwood | $1,292 | $815 | 907 |
Vine | $1,340 | $399 | 967 |
West Douglas / Fairmont | $1,552 | $399 | 1120 |
Westwood | $1,560 | $575 | 856 |
Edison | $1,700 | $550 | 1140 |
Burke Acres | $1,717 | $750 | 1005 |
Eastside | $1,830 | $550 | 1292 |
Downtown Kalamazoo | $1,837 | $399 | 1157 |
Eastwood | $1,845 | $850 | 896 |
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 $609. Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kalamazoo apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Tate on Howard | The Western | 4BR,2BA | $609 |
Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ Community | Studio Large | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Concord Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $734 |
Seville Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $780 |
Davis Creek Apartments | 1x1 - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
Cherokee Westlawn Apartments: Age 55+ Only | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Aspen Ridge Apartments | B (RW) | 1BR,1BA | $804 |
Parchment Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kalamazoo area is the $0.70 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Nu Lovell in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $1,205. The second greatest value Kalamazoo apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at The Bronco Club starting at $1,365 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Colony Farm neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kalamazoo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Nu Lovell | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
The Bronco Club | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
The Tate on Howard | The SoHo | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
The Paddock Apartment Homes | 2x2.5 Classic | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.60 |
A2 Apartments | 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.43 |
Nottingham Place Apartments | The Cambridge | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
Parchment Manor Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Arboretum | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.63 |
Aspen Ridge Apartments | F1 (Remodel)(NT) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
1023 Washington Ave, Unit 2 | 1023 Washington Ave | 1BR,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 LifestyleKalamazoo, MI
Ranked #21
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Kalamazoo, MI
Parchment Northwood Elementary School
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kalamazoo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kalamazoo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kalamazoo is under $820.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kalamazoo?
The cheapest apartment in Kalamazoo is Concord Place Apartments which is listed at $756, while the average apartment in Kalamazoo costs $2,293.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kalamazoo?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7,341 regular apartments in Kalamazoo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kalamazoo?
Cheap apartments in Kalamazoo have an average cost of $497 which is $1,796 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kalamazoo.
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