Cheap Apartments for Rent in the CBD Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $500 (36 Rentals)

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property at 838 W Main St

838 W Main St

KalamazooMI49006
property at 834 W Main St

834 W Main St

KalamazooMI49007

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property at 622 Minor Ave

622 Minor Ave

KalamazooMI49008

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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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720 Village

KalamazooMI49007

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Vine St
Studio Apartments

Vine St

120 W Vine StKalamazoo, MI 49001
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Walbridge Common
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walbridge Common

714 Walbridge StKalamazoo, MI 49007
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447 W Walnut
1 Bedroom Apartments

447 W Walnut

447-449 W Walnut StKalamazoo, MI 49007
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West Walnut Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

West Walnut Apartments

814-816 W Walnut StKalamazoo, MI 49007
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CBD, Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available CBD Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the CBD area of Kalamazoo, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 107-123 E Michigan Ave priced from $1,100. Harrison Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,198. Here are the most affordable CBD apartments for rent in Kalamazoo, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
107-123 E Michigan Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Harrison Circle1 Bedroom 80%1BR,1BA$1,198
Nu BurdickOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,220
Lovell Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,328
Mall Plaza LoftsUnit C1BR,1BA$1,600
Skyrise Luxury ApartmentsSunrise | Floors 16 - 202BR,2BA$1,820

Best Value Apartments for Rent in CBD, MI

As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the CBD area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2 BED, 2 BATH - 2 STORY Model at Peregrine 100 in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value CBD apartment is the 220 W Walnut St Model at 220 W Walnut St, Unit 4 starting at $1,295 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the West Main Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for CBD apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Peregrine 1002 BED, 2 BATH - 2 STORY2BR,2BA$1.44
220 W Walnut St, Unit 4220 W Walnut St1BR,1BA$1.08
Skyrise Luxury ApartmentsSkyliner | Floors 16 - 202BR,2BA$1.58
107-123 E Michigan Ave2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.61
Lovell Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.46
827 W Walnut St, Unit 2827 W Walnut St2BR,1BA$1.08
731 Village St, Unit 731 Village Street731 Village St1BR,1BA$1.06
Nu BurdickOne bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03
Harrison Circle1 Bedroom 80%1BR,1BA$2.14
1125 S Westnedge Ave, Unit 21125 S Westnedge AveStudio ,1BA$1.82

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cbd, Kalamazoo, MI

Ranked #21

Among neighborhoods in Kalamazoo, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap CBD Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom CBD Apartment is $1,100 at 107-123 E Michigan Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom CBD Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in CBD is starting from $1,700 at 107-123 E Michigan Ave.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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.