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Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI

Pricing Updated: 08/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kalamazoo, MI area range in price from $600 to $4,200 with an overall median price of $3,178. The three Kalamazoo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Milwood at $950, CBD at $675, and Downtown Kalamazoo at $675. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kalamazoo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Milwood$950$9501
CBD$1,625$67516
Downtown Kalamazoo$1,625$6759
Vine$1,625$80011
West Douglas / Fairmont$1,650$60014
Eastside$1,772$80012
Edison$1,975$67522
Burke Acres$2,295$1,1003
Eastwood$2,295$1,3001
Northside$2,700$60038

Cheapest Available Kalamazoo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kalamazoo, MI is a 4 Beds unit found at The Tate on Howard in the West Main Hill neighborhood priced from $484. Western Pines Apartments in the Colony Farm neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kalamazoo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Tate on HowardThe Western4BR,2BA$484
Western Pines Apartments3 Bed, 1.5 Bath - Single Bed3BR,1BA$650
Concord Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$733
1619 Fraternity Village Dr0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$780
Davis Creek Apartments1x1 - Standard1BR,1BA$790
Cherokee Westlawn Apartments: Age 55+ Only1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$795
Seville ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$798
Clayborne FlatzCrane1BR,1BA$800
Golden Tree Apartments, A 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$830
Sage Terrace2 Beds | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$838

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI

As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kalamazoo area is the $0.20 price per square foot Plan A Model at Firehouse Crossings in the in the Colony Farm neighborhood starting from $390. The second greatest value Kalamazoo apartment is the Four Bed Two Bath Model at Santos Hill starting at $390 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the West Main Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kalamazoo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Firehouse CrossingsPlan A6BR,4BA$0.20
Santos HillFour Bed Two Bath4BR,2BA$0.21
Kendall Village TownhomesKendall Village Townhomes4BR,2.5BA$0.22
North Campus Village4 Bedroom Townhomes4BR,2.5BA$0.22
The Tate on HowardThe Den3BR,2BA$0.39
Kendall Ridge North4-Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.26
The Paddock Apartment Homes2x2.5 Classic2BR,2.5BA$0.60
A2 Apartments3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$0.43
Kendall Ridge South3 bed 3 bath3BR,3BA$0.36
Arboretum2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.61

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Kalamazoo, MI
Population: 76,545

Ranked #459

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kalamazoo, MI

Ranked #21

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalamazoo

What type of rentals are currently available in Kalamazoo?

There are currently 422 Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI with pricing that ranges from $399 to $4,090. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kalamazoo ranging from $600 to $4,200.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kalamazoo ranges from $600 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,126.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kalamazoo?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kalamazoo range from $610 to $2,778, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $945 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $484.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.