
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Kalamazoo Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $750 (40 Rentals)
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1508 E Michigan Ave

1403 Sherwood Ave

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Walbridge Common

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518 Walnut Ct, Unit #3

520 Oak St, Unit 1

180 E.Water Street

Country Meadow Apartments
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6007 Oran Ave, Unit 3

Gilmore Apartments

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409 Park Pl

Madeira Apartments

Rivers Edge Apartments

Lakeview Apartments

2408 Texel Dr

320 W Vine St
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Peregrine Peninsula

611 Regency Way

710 Wheaton Ave, Unit #3

Gull Prairie/Gull Run Apartments and Townhomes

Emerald Park Apartments

107-123 E Michigan Ave

Abbey42 Apartments

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429 W Cedar St, Unit 3
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400 Rose

742 E Stockbridge Ave, Unit 1

914 Clinton Ave, Unit 2

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920 W Lovell St, Unit #3

346 S Rose St, Unit C

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723 W South St, Unit #1

220 W Walnut St, Unit 5

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705 W South St, Unit 1
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Nu Lovell

The Exchange

Humphrey Woods

1826 Charles Ave

1415 Sherwood Ave

539 Gayle Ave

Parchment Manor Apartments

142 Riverview Dr, Unit 3
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Eastside Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside Kalamazoo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Kalamazoo Studio Apartments | $1,070 | $752 | $1,882 |
| Eastside Kalamazoo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $200 | $2,650 |
| Eastside Kalamazoo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,863 | $750 | $3,900 |
| Eastside Kalamazoo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $1,175 | $2,794 |
| Eastside Kalamazoo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Eastside Kalamazoo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside Kalamazoo area of Kalamazoo, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at City View in the Square Co-op priced from $200. Country Meadow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Eastside Kalamazoo apartments for rent in Kalamazoo, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City View in the Square Co-op | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $200 |
| Country Meadow Apartments | 1 Bed Garden | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Parchment Manor Apartments | Parchment Manor | Studio | One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Lakeview Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| 2408 Texel Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| 611 Regency Way | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,018 |
| Gull Prairie/Gull Run Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| 107-123 E Michigan Ave | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside Kalamazoo, MI
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastside Kalamazoo area is the $0.78 price per square foot 429 W Cedar St Model at 429 W Cedar St, Unit 3 in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Eastside Kalamazoo apartment is the 920 W Lovell St Model at 920 W Lovell St, Unit #3 starting at $1,200 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the West Main Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside Kalamazoo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429 W Cedar St, Unit 3 | 429 W Cedar St | 3BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| 920 W Lovell St, Unit #3 | 920 W Lovell St | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 500 Stuart Ave, Unit Apartment #4 | 500 Stuart Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 220 W Walnut St, Unit 5 | 220 W Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 705 W South St, Unit 1 | 705 W South St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 723 W South St, Unit #1 | 723 W South St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 409 Park Pl | 409 Park Pl | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Parchment Manor Apartments | Parchment Manor | Studio | One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 2408 Texel Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Country Meadow Apartments | 1 Bed Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEastside Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Kalamazoo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastside Kalamazoo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastside Kalamazoo is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastside Kalamazoo?
The cheapest apartment in Eastside Kalamazoo is City View in the Square Co-op which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in Eastside Kalamazoo costs $1,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastside 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 19 regular apartments in Eastside 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 Eastside Kalamazoo?
Cheap apartments in Eastside Kalamazoo have an average cost of $1,139 which is $156 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastside Kalamazoo.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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