
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Kalamazoo Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $600 (17 Rentals)
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222 Douglas Ave

110 Woodward Ave

346 S Rose St

521 S Westnedge Ave
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437 W Walnut St

180 E.Water Street

834 W Main St

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820 W Main St
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107-123 E Michigan Ave

708 W South St

400 Rose

447 W Walnut

224 Elm St
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232 Woodward (PB&J Ventures LLC)

West Walnut Apartments
Downtown Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Kalamazoo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Kalamazoo Studio Apartments | $1,164 | $650 | $1,882 |
| Downtown Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $775 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Kalamazoo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,081 | $900 | $4,090 |
| Downtown Kalamazoo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,250 | $2,550 |
| Downtown Kalamazoo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $1,295 | $1,495 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Kalamazoo Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Kalamazoo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Kalamazoo area of Kalamazoo, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at 107-123 E Michigan Ave priced from $1,100. Rose St. Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kalamazoo apartments for rent in Kalamazoo, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107-123 E Michigan Ave | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Rose St. Senior | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Nu Lovell | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Coney Island Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Lofts at Ironworks | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kalamazoo, MI
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kalamazoo area is the $1.39 price per square foot Unit 204 Model at Arlington Lofts in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Downtown Kalamazoo apartment is the 837 W South St Model at 837 W South St, Unit 3 starting at $1,495 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the West Main Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Kalamazoo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Lofts | Unit 204 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 837 W South St, Unit 3 | 837 W South St | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Skyrise Luxury Apartments | Skyliner | Floors 16 - 20 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 107-123 E Michigan Ave | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Lofts at Ironworks | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Lovell Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Nu Lovell | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Coney Island Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Rose St. Senior | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 400 Rose | Barlow | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Kalamazoo Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Kalamazoo?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Kalamazoo is 107-123 E Michigan Ave which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Downtown Kalamazoo costs $2,032.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 5 regular apartments in Downtown Kalamazoo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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