Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Kalamazoo Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $500 (11 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Peregrine Peninsula priced from $1,000. 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
Peregrine PeninsulaSTUDIO - 2026Studio,1BA$1,000
107-123 E Michigan Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Nu Lovell2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kalamazoo, MI

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kalamazoo area is the $1.14 price per square foot 220 W Walnut St Model at 220 W Walnut St, Unit 5 in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Downtown Kalamazoo apartment is the 705 W South St Model at 705 W South St, Unit 1 starting at $1,250 with a $1.25 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.
220 W Walnut St, Unit 5220 W Walnut St1BR,1BA$1.14
705 W South St, Unit 1705 W South St1BR,1BA$1.25
Lovell Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.24
723 W South St, Unit #1723 W South St1BR,1BA$1.25
629 W South St, Unit 4629 W South St2BR,1BA$1.25
821 W South St, Unit 2E821 W South St1BR,1BA$1.25
107-123 E Michigan Ave2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.90
Nu Lovell2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.51
530 W South St, Unit K530 W South St1BR,1BA$1.28
717 W S St, Unit 8717 W S St1BR,1BA$1.65

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Kalamazoo

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Kalamazoo?

There are currently 108 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kalamazoo, MI with pricing that ranges from $575 to $3,900. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Kalamazoo ranging from $500 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Kalamazoo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Kalamazoo ranges from $500 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,584.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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