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Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI

Pricing Updated: 10/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kalamazoo, MI area range in price from $390 to $4,090 with an overall median price of $2,492. The three Kalamazoo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Douglas / Fairmont at $850, Milwood at $675, and Burke Acres 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
West Douglas / Fairmont$1,400$85026
Milwood$1,612$675198
Burke Acres$1,672$675102
Eastwood$1,672$675126
Eastside Kalamazoo$1,677$675121
Westwood$1,799$390206
Eastside$1,820$67593
CBD$2,012$67563
Edison$2,050$675116
Vine$2,050$67545

Cheapest Available Kalamazoo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kalamazoo, MI is a 4 Beds unit found at Kendall Village Townhomes in the West Main Hill neighborhood priced from $390. The Tate on Howard in the West Main Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $484. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kalamazoo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kendall Village TownhomesKendall Village Tri-level4BR,2BA$390
The Tate on HowardThe Western4BR,2BA$484
Western Pines Apartments3 Bed, 1.5 Bath - Single Bed3BR,1BA$650
Concord Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$686
Walbridge CommonMicro UnitStudio,1BA$708

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI

As of October 23, 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 Kendall Village Tri-level Model at Kendall Village Townhomes starting at $390 with a $0.22 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
Kendall Village TownhomesKendall Village Tri-level4BR,2.5BA$0.22
West Campus VillageWest Village Campus - Four Bedroom Townhome *$4...4BR,2.5BA$0.25
The Tate on HowardThe Den3BR,2BA$0.39
234 Stuart Ave, Unit Penthouse234 Stuart Ave2BR,1BA$1.07
The Paddock Apartment Homes2x2.5 Premium2BR,2.5BA$0.63
132 Reed Ave, Unit 1132 Reed Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
KALAMAZOO VILLAGESThree Bed Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.90
Aspen Ridge ApartmentsD (NT)2BR,1BA$0.95
58 West – Luxury Student Living2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.87

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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 427 Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI with pricing that ranges from $390 to $4,090. There are also 110 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kalamazoo ranging from $545 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 $545 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,132.

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 $1,100 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $390.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.