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Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

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Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 25, 2026

There are currently 1206 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Kalamazoo, MI that range in price from $650 to $2,500. Southside, Oakwood and Milwood are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Kalamazoo with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Southside82$1,124$650
Oakwood81$950$650
Milwood77$1,039$650
Westnedge Hill75$1,175$650
Oakland / Winchell68$1,121$650
West Douglas68$1,415$650
Westwood67$1,165$775
Eastside Kalamazoo61$1,340$650
Eastwood59$1,351$650
Burke Acres57$1,328$750

Largest Available Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kalamazoo, MI is found at Rivers Edge Apartments in the West Main Hill neighborhood and is 1,500 square feet priced from $2,060. Peregrine 100 has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,472 square feet and currently listed start at $2,244. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kalamazoo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Rivers Edge ApartmentsLive/Work Apartment1,500 Sq Ft$2,060
Peregrine 1001 BED, 1 BATH DELUXE1,472 Sq Ft$2,244
Coopers Landing Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 1004 sq ft1,004 Sq Ft$970
Mall Plaza LoftsUnit D958 Sq Ft$1,750
Arcadia Grove1 Bedroom 1 Bath with Office924 Sq Ft$985
Summer RidgeA2920 Sq Ft$1,098
Lovell Square1 Bed 1 Bath915 Sq Ft$1,443
Dover Hills Apartments1BPWD900 Sq Ft$1,235
Lofts at Ironworks1 Bed, 1 bath760 Sq Ft$1,722

Cheapest Available Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kalamazoo, MI is the 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Model starting from $592 at Hunters Ridge in the Colony Farm neighborhood. The second most affordable Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom is the 1117-4 Model at 1117 S Westnedge Ave starting at $775 in the West Main Hill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kalamazoo is currently $1,200. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kalamazoo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Hunters Ridge1 Bedroom/1 Bath$592
1117 S Westnedge Ave1117-4$775
Nottingham Place ApartmentsThe Ayers$775
Concord Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom$785
Waverly FlatzLakeview$810
Davis Creek Apartments1x1 - Standard$815
Parchment Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom$825
Goldentree Apartments1 Small$830
Candlewyck Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath East Phase$835
Seville ApartmentsOne Bedroom$841

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kalamazoo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Kalamazoo with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kalamazoo is at Hunters Ridge listed at $592.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kalamazoo Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kalamazoo is $1,200.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kalamazoo Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kalamazoo is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $2,060 at Rivers Edge Apartments.

What is the average size for Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kalamazoo is currently 812 sq ft.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.