
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $400 (86 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northside area of Kalamazoo.


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1335 N Church St, Unit #2, Unit #2

1023 Washington Ave

1020 W Kalamazoo Ave

842 Davis St

720 Village St

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Walbridge Common

1324 S Westnedge Ave

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717 W S St

809 W Cedar St
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1332 Poplar Pl

223 E North St

609 Pearl St

724 W South St

180 E.Water Street

219 E North St

834 W Main St

Rivers Edge Apartments

Kendall Manor Apartments

708 Mills St, Unit 7
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708 Mills St, Unit 6

1700 E G Ave

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530 W South St, Unit K, Unit K

Gilmore Apartments

720 N Park St, Unit 3

1338 Portage Street

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529 McCourtie St, Unit Apt# 2, Unit Apt# 2

1315 Race St

Lakeview Apartments

2909 W Michigan Ave, Unit 2-C
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320 W Vine St

820 W Main St

1404 W Michigan Ave, Unit 2

725 W Vine St

714 S Burdick St, Unit 2

633 W North St, Unit 2

708 W South St

920 Washington Ave

213 W Vine St

3622 Douglas Ave
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400 Rose

Wildwood off Main

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629 W South St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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821 W South St, Unit 2E, Unit 2E

220 W Walnut St, Unit 5, Unit 5

The Exchange

232 W Michigan Ave

The Lofts at Sprague (Sprague and Michigan LLC)

Lofts at Ironworks

636 Florence St
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Northside, Kalamazoo, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Studio Apartments | $1,004 | $700 | $1,882 |
| Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $200 | $2,650 |
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $800 | $4,090 |
| Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $1,223 | $2,550 |
| Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Northside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northside area of Kalamazoo, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at City View in the Square Co-op priced from $200. The Tate on Howard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $484. Here are the most affordable Northside 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 |
| The Tate on Howard | The Western | 4BR,2BA | $484 |
| 222 Douglas Ave | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $852 |
| Parchment Manor (Brickstone River View Management LLC) | Parchment Manor | One Bedroom. One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Kendall Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Arcadia Grove | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, MI
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $0.22 price per square foot Kendall Village Tri-level Model at Kendall Village Townhomes in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $390. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the Unit 204 Model at Arlington Lofts starting at $2,195 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the West Main Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kendall Village Townhomes | Kendall Village Tri-level | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.22 |
| Arlington Lofts | Unit 204 | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Tate on Howard | The Den | 3BR,2BA | $0.39 |
| 723 W South St, Unit 5 | 723 W South St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 220 W Walnut St, Unit 5 | 220 W Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Arcadia Grove | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Parchment Manor (Brickstone River View Management LLC) | Parchment Manor | One Bedroom. One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 1023 Washington Ave, Unit 1 | 1023 Washington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 118 N Riverview Dr, Unit Apt 3 | 118 N Riverview Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Kendall Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northside is under $895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northside?
The cheapest apartment in Northside is City View in the Square Co-op which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in Northside costs $3,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northside?
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 6 regular apartments in Northside 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 Northside?
Cheap apartments in Northside have an average cost of $212 which is $3,188 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northside.
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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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