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property at 1209 Jack Pine Dr

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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1209 Jack Pine Dr

KalamazooMI49006
property at 1133 Kimbark Ave

$600

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6 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1133 Kimbark Ave

KalamazooMI49006

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Walbridge Common
$752 - $2,052
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 7

Walbridge Common

714 Walbridge StKalamazoo, MI 49007
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property at 940 W Lovell St

$799 - $999

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940 W Lovell St

KalamazooMI49007

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Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Kalamazoo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kalamazoo, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at City View in the Square Co-op in the West Main Hill neighborhood priced from $200. 1619 Fraternity Village Dr in the Colony Farm neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kalamazoo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
City View in the Square Co-op1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$200
1619 Fraternity Village Dr1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$800
Kilgore ApartmentsLOW INCOME! STUDENTS WELCOME! Kilgore Apartment...Studio,1BA$825
Goldentree Apartments1 Small1BR,1BA$875
Parchment Manor ApartmentsParchment Manor | One Bedroom. One Bathroom1BR,1BA$875
Oakhurst Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$885
Country Meadow Apartments1 Bed Balcony1BR,1BA$900
Peppertree Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI

As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kalamazoo area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 BED, 2 BATH Model at Peregrine Tower in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Kalamazoo apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Nu Michigan Ave starting at $1,360 with a $0.76 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Peregrine Tower2 BED, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.94
Nu Michigan Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.76
West Campus VillageWest Village Campus - Four Bedroom Townhome *PR...4BR,2.5BA$0.27
KALAMAZOO VILLAGESThree Bed Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.90
Nottingham Place ApartmentsThe Belmont2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Arboretum Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.63
Country Club Park2 Bed 1 Bath - Balcony2BR,1BA$1.07
Kendall Off Main2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.09
The Wyatt2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.77
The Bronco Club5 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Townhome (Bedroom Only)5BR,3.5BA$0.82

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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 Cheap Kalamazoo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kalamazoo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kalamazoo is at Kilgore Apartments listed at $825.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kalamazoo Apartment is $200 at City View in the Square Co-op.

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 $885 at Oakhurst Apartments.

What is the most affordable Kalamazoo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kalamazoo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at KALAMAZOO VILLAGES and starts from $1,038.

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