
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $600 (62 Rentals)
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516 Oak St

1508 E Michigan Ave

132 Reed St

3025 E Main St

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Walbridge Common

223 E North St

1320 S Westnedge Ave

1332 Poplar Pl

932 S Park St
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2839 Gull Rd

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1332 Poplar Pl, Unit 2

420 Pearl St

417 Oak St

609 Pearl St

Country Meadow Apartments

180 E.Water Street

609 E Stockbridge Ave, Unit 1

708 Mills St, Unit 7

603 W Vine St
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1410 Oak St

708 Mills St, Unit 6

1313 Huntington Ave

229 W Walnut St, Unit 2

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413 W Vine St, Unit 1

1321 Huntington Ave

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530 W South St, Unit K

1338 Portage Street

Gilmore Apartments

714 Village St
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1315 Race St

Lakeview Apartments

1536 Henson Ave

1403 Sherwood Ave

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213 Rose Pl, Unit 213 Rose Place

Peregrine Peninsula

Rivers Edge Apartments

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620 Minor Ave, Unit 3

620 Minor Ave, Unit 3

2408 Texel Dr
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107-123 E Michigan Ave

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608 W Kalamazoo Ave, Unit 1

608 W Kalamazoo Ave, Unit 1

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515-2 Minor Ave, Unit 2

515 Minor Ave, Unit 2

742 E Stockbridge Ave, Unit 1

Abbey42 Apartments

400 Rose

1003 Newland Pl

Vine St
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Eastside, Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Studio Apartments | $1,054 | $650 | $1,882 |
| Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,518 | $200 | $2,650 |
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $800 | $3,900 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,325 | $2,550 |
| Eastside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,775 | $1,775 |
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There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eastside Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI.
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Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside 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 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 |
| Lakeview Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Harrison Circle | 1 Bedroom 80% | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 2408 Texel Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, MI
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 BED, 2 BATH Model at Peregrine Tower in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 220 W Walnut St Model at 220 W Walnut St, Unit 5 starting at $1,250 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the West Main Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peregrine Tower | 2 BED, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 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 |
| 413 W Vine St, Unit 1 | 413 W Vine St | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 213 Rose Pl, Unit 213 Rose Place | 213 Rose Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 515-2 Minor Ave, Unit 2 | 515-2 Minor Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 620 Minor Ave, Unit 3 | 620 Minor Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 530 W South St, Unit K | 530 W South St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Country Meadow Apartments | 1 Bed Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1332 Poplar Pl, Unit 2 | 1332 Poplar Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEastside, Kalamazoo, MI
Ranked #19
Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastside is at The Exchange listed at $1,655.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastside Apartment is $200 at City View in the Square Co-op.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastside is starting from $1,000 at Country Meadow Apartments.
What is the most affordable Eastside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Eastside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeview Apartments and starts from $1,325.
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