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property at 838 W Main St

838 W Main St

KalamazooMI49006

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property at 622 Minor Ave

622 Minor Ave

KalamazooMI49008

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property at 820 W Main St

820 W Main St

KalamazooMI49007
property at 720 Village

720 Village

KalamazooMI49007

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Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI

Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kalamazoo, MI area range in price from $435 to $4,090 with an overall median price of $2,360. The three Kalamazoo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Douglas / Fairmont at $650, Westwood at $435, and Milwood 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$1,545$65018
Westwood$1,575$435198
Milwood$1,607$650163
Burke Acres$1,655$65065
Eastwood$1,820$650123
Eastside Kalamazoo$1,920$650119
Edison$1,920$650129
CBD$1,950$65060
Eastside$1,965$650117
Vine$2,050$65076

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. Clayborne Flatz in the Colony Farm neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. 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
Clayborne FlatzUpjohnStudio,1BA$700
Concord Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$747
Sage TerraceStudio | 1 BathStudio,1BA$748
Davis Creek Apartments1x1 - Standard1BR,1BA$790
Cherokee Westlawn Apartments: Age 55+ Only1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$795
Aspen Ridge ApartmentsB (RW)1BR,1BA$804
Lakeview Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
Nottingham Place ApartmentsThe Ayers1BR,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kalamazoo area is the $0.39 price per square foot The Den Model at The Tate on Howard in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $610. The second greatest value Kalamazoo apartment is the 2x2.5 Classic Model at The Paddock Apartment Homes starting at $779 with a $0.60 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.
The Tate on HowardThe Den3BR,2BA$0.39
The Paddock Apartment Homes2x2.5 Classic2BR,2.5BA$0.60
Nu Lovell2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$1.11
Arboretum2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.61
Country Club Park Apartments (320 S. Drake LLC)Country Club Park - Two Bedroom **$200 OFF FIRS...2BR,1BA$1.07
Aspen Ridge ApartmentsF1 (Remodel)(NT)2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Seville ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.11
Ravine ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Parchment Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.08
1023 Washington Ave, Unit 21023 Washington Ave1BR,1BA$1.00

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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 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 $830.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kalamazoo?

The cheapest apartment in Kalamazoo is Concord Place Apartments which is listed at $747, while the average apartment in Kalamazoo costs $2,360.

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 255 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 $696 which is $1,664 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kalamazoo.

Expert Rental Resources

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.