Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Kalamazoo Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $600 (19 Rentals)

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Nu Burdick
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nu Burdick

319 N Burdick StKalamazoo, MI 49007
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447 W Walnut
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

447 W Walnut

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

West Walnut Apartments

814-816 W Walnut StKalamazoo, MI 49007
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Lovell Square
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lovell Square

475 W Lovell StKalamazoo, MI 49007
Student Housing
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Downtown Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Kalamazoo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Kalamazoo area of Kalamazoo, MI is a Studio unit found at Nu Burdick priced from $690. 107-123 E Michigan Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kalamazoo apartments for rent in Kalamazoo, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nu BurdickStudioStudio,1BA$690
107-123 E Michigan Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Lovell Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,184
Nu LovellTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,205
Coney Island LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kalamazoo, MI

As of November 29, 2025 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 Skyliner | Floors 16 - 20 Model at Skyrise Luxury Apartments starting at $1,895 with a $1.61 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arlington LoftsUnit 2042BR,2BA$1.39
Skyrise Luxury ApartmentsSkyliner | Floors 16 - 202BR,2BA$1.61
107-123 E Michigan Ave2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.61
Lofts at Ironworks1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.00
717 W S St, Unit 6717 W S St2BR,1BA$1.35
180 E.Water StreetTwo Beds One Bath2BR,1BA$2.06
Lovell Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Nu LovellTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.40
Coney Island LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.67
Nu BurdickStudioStudio ,1BA$1.97

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI

Ranked #20

Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Kalamazoo Neighborhood in Kalamazoo, MI

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

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 $2,095.

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 9 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

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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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