
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Kalamazoo Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $300 (16 Rentals)
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917 W South St, Unit 2 bedroom main floor

The Colonial (311-315 Woodward LLC)

180 E.Water Street

Gilmore Apartments

The Landing

107-123 E Michigan Ave

Western Pines Apartments

821 W South St, Unit 2E

530 W South St, Unit L
Downtown Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Kalamazoo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Kalamazoo Studio Apartments | $1,133 | $700 | $1,555 |
Downtown Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $850 | $2,780 |
Downtown Kalamazoo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,831 | $825 | $4,090 |
Downtown Kalamazoo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $690 | $2,550 |
Downtown Kalamazoo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $779 | $609 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Kalamazoo Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Kalamazoo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Kalamazoo area of Kalamazoo, MI is a 4 Beds unit found at The Tate on Howard priced from $609. The Colonial (311-315 Woodward LLC) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kalamazoo apartments for rent in Kalamazoo, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Tate on Howard | The Western | 4BR,2BA | $609 |
The Colonial (311-315 Woodward LLC) | The Colonial Apartments - 315 - One Bedroom **H... | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Arcadia Grove | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
The Landing | One Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
107-123 E Michigan Ave | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kalamazoo, MI
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kalamazoo area is the $1.49 price per square foot 2 BED, 2 BATH w/DEN 2 STORY Model at Peregrine Plaza in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Downtown Kalamazoo apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Nu Lovell starting at $1,205 with a $0.70 price per square foot in the West Main Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Kalamazoo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Peregrine Plaza | 2 BED, 2 BATH w/DEN 2 STORY | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
Nu Lovell | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
The Tate on Howard | The SoHo | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
Peregrine Tower | 1 BED, 1.5 BATH | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
Skyrise Luxury Apartments | Skyliner | Floors 16 - 20 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
107-123 E Michigan Ave | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
Western Pines Apartments | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Upgraded | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
Lovell Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
The Landing | Two Bedroom - Medium | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
127 Elm St, Unit 3 | 127 Elm St | Studio ,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI
Ranked #12
Among neighborhoods in Kalamazoo, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Kalamazoo Neighborhood in Kalamazoo, MI
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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 Downtown Kalamazoo Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Kalamazoo?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Kalamazoo is The Colonial (311-315 Woodward LLC) which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Downtown Kalamazoo costs $1,816.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 13 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Kalamazoo?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Kalamazoo have an average cost of $359 which is $1,457 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Kalamazoo.
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