Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $600 (40 Rentals)

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120 E Maple St

KalamazooMI49001

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Vine St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vine St

120 W Vine StKalamazoo, MI 49001
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Nu Burdick
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nu Burdick

319 N Burdick StKalamazoo, MI 49007
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Walbridge Common
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walbridge Common

714 Walbridge StKalamazoo, MI 49007
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Humphrey Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Humphrey Woods

1809-1811 Humphrey StKalamazoo, MI 49048
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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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Rivers Edge (5636)
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rivers Edge (5636)

640 Gull RdKalamazoo, MI 49007
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Apple Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Apple Ridge

2231 Flower StKalamazoo, MI 49001
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Big Bend Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Big Bend Apartments

2220 Gull RdKalamazoo, MI 49048
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Harrison Circle
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harrison Circle

525 E Ransom 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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Eastside, Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Kalamazoo, MI is a Studio unit found at Nu Burdick priced from $690. 1117 S Westnedge Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Kalamazoo, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nu BurdickStudioStudio,1BA$690
1117 S Westnedge Ave1119-61BR,1BA$775
Rose St. Senior2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$792
Country Meadow Apartments1 Bed Garden1BR,1BA$850
Rivers Edge (5636)STUStudio,1BA$852
Skyrise Luxury ApartmentsSkyliner | Floors 16 - 202BR,2BA$960
Lakeview Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$990
Harrison Circle1 Bedroom 80%1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, MI

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside 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 Eastside apartment is the Meridian | 21st Floor Model at Skyrise Luxury Apartments starting at $1,875 with a $1.56 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arlington LoftsUnit 2042BR,2BA$1.39
Skyrise Luxury ApartmentsMeridian | 21st Floor1BR,1BA$1.56
Lovell Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Lakeview Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath A Lakeview2BR,1BA$1.27
Rose St. Senior2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.99
Walbridge Common1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.58
529 McCourtie St, Unit Apt# 2529 McCourtie St1BR,1BA$1.27
Country Meadow Apartments1 Bed Balcony1BR,1BA$1.41
132 Reed Ave, Unit 3132 Reed AveStudio ,1BA$1.17
Rivers Edge (5636)STUStudio ,1BA$1.59

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Eastside, Kalamazoo, MI

Ranked #20

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Eastside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastside is under $999.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastside?

The cheapest apartment in Eastside is 1117 S Westnedge Ave which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Eastside costs $1,950.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastside?

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 4 regular apartments in Eastside 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?

Cheap apartments in Eastside have an average cost of $120 which is $1,830 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastside.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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

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