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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: September 16, 2025

There are currently 1044 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Kalamazoo, MI that range in price from $704 to $3,200. Milwood, Westnedge Hill and Oakwood 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
Milwood70$1,110$825
Westnedge Hill66$1,235$780
Oakwood65$1,030$704
Southside65$1,340$780
Westwood62$1,163$704
West Douglas57$1,404$780
Oakland / Winchell52$1,127$704
West Main Hill52$1,440$780
Eastwood47$1,425$825
Sloan47$1,450$780

Largest Available Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kalamazoo, MI is found at Wildwood off Main in the West Main Hill neighborhood and is 1,005 square feet priced from $1,299. Coopers Landing Apartments in the Burke Acres neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,004 square feet and currently listed start at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Kalamazoo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Wildwood off MainIronwood Renovated 1x11,005 Sq Ft$1,299
Coopers Landing Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - 1004 sq ft1,004 Sq Ft$1,300
Mall Plaza LoftsUnit D958 Sq Ft$1,750
Arcadia Grove1 Bedroom 1 Bath with Office924 Sq Ft$975
Summer RidgeA2920 Sq Ft$1,163
Lovell Square1 Bed 1 Bath915 Sq Ft$1,328
Dover Hills Apartments1BPWD900 Sq Ft$1,225
Parkway FlatsA8888 Sq Ft$1,590
Ironworks1 Bed, 1 bath760 Sq Ft$1,722

Cheapest Available Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 16, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Kalamazoo, MI is the One Bedroom Model starting from $704 at Concord Place Apartments in the Colony Farm neighborhood. The second most affordable Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Cherokee Westlawn Apartments: Age 55+ Only starting at $795 in the West Main Hill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Kalamazoo is currently $1,226. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Kalamazoo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Concord Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom$704
Cherokee Westlawn Apartments: Age 55+ Only1 Bed, 1 Bath$795
Clayborne FlatzCrane 1$800
Davis Creek Apartments1x1 - Standard$815
1117 S Westnedge Ave1119-6$825
Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom Small$830
Country Meadow Apartments1 Bed Garden$850
Seville ApartmentsOne Bedroom$872
Parchment Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom$875
Lakeview Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Lakeview$935

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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.

Kalamazoo, MI
Population: 76,545

Ranked #459

in US Census Population by City

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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

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 1 Bedroom Kalamazoo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Kalamazoo with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kalamazoo is at Concord Place Apartments listed at $704.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kalamazoo is $1,226.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kalamazoo is a 1,005 square feet unit starting from $1,299 at Wildwood off Main.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kalamazoo is currently 525 sq ft.

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