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property at 1724 Lay Blvd

$825 - $945

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1724 Lay Blvd

KalamazooMI49001

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property at 2860 S 9th St

$895 - $995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2860 S 9th St

KalamazooMI49009

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Lincolnshire Townhouses
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lincolnshire Townhouses

3437 Lincolnshire BlvdKalamazoo, MI 49001
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Copper Beech Townhomes
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Copper Beech Townhomes

5820 Copper Beech BlvdKalamazoo, MI 49009
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Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI

Pricing Updated: 02/04/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Kalamazoo, MI area range in price from $555 to $4,090 with an overall median price of $2,681. The three Kalamazoo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Douglas / Fairmont at $650, Eastside Kalamazoo at $595, and Burke Acres at $650. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kalamazoo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Douglas / Fairmont$1,395$65022
Eastside Kalamazoo$1,495$595158
Burke Acres$1,610$650150
Milwood$1,717$595118
Eastwood$1,725$595160
Edison$1,750$595144
Westwood$1,799$555212
CBD$1,907$650101
Eastside$1,950$595119
Downtown Kalamazoo$2,032$65058

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 $484. Hunters Ridge in the Colony Farm neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $592. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kalamazoo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Tate on HowardThe Western4BR,2BA$484
Hunters Ridge1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$592
KALAMAZOO VILLAGESTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$747
1117 S Westnedge Ave1117-41BR,1BA$775
Concord Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
1619 Fraternity Village Dr0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$780
Seville ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$789
Nottingham Place ApartmentsThe Ayers1BR,1BA$805
Davis Creek Apartments1x1 - Standard1BR,1BA$815
Parchment Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI

As of February 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kalamazoo area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Basement Model at Nu Michigan Ave in the in the Colony Farm neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Kalamazoo apartment is the Kendall Village Tri-level Model at Kendall Village Townhomes starting at $390 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the West Main Hill 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.
Nu Michigan Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Basement2BR,1BA$0.89
Kendall Village TownhomesKendall Village Tri-level4BR,2.5BA$0.22
West Campus Village (West Campus Village Townhomes LLC)West Village Campus - Four Bedroom Townhome *PR...4BR,2.5BA$0.27
The Tate on HowardThe Den3BR,2BA$0.39
The Wyatt2BR/2BA- Townhome2BR,2BA$0.55
A2 Apartments3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$0.44
KALAMAZOO VILLAGESThree Bed Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.90
5923 Angling Rd, Unit Furnished Angling Rental5923 Angling Rd1BR,1BA$0.95
Arboretum Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.63
The Bronco Club5 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Townhome (Bedroom Only)5BR,3.5BA$0.88

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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 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 $825.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kalamazoo?

The cheapest apartment in Kalamazoo is Hunters Ridge which is listed at $592, while the average apartment in Kalamazoo costs $2,681.

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 504 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 $567 which is $2,114 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kalamazoo.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.