
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI from $400 (69 Rentals)
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516 Oak St

306 Woodward Ave, Unit 2

312 Woodward Ave, Unit 8

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Walbridge Common

809 W Cedar St

1320 S Westnedge Ave

1332 Poplar Pl

223 E North St

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1332 Poplar Pl, Unit 2
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227 Douglas Ave

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717 W S St, Unit 8

180 E.Water Street

609 Pearl St

724 W South St

1700 E G Ave

Kendall Manor Apartments

609 E Stockbridge Ave, Unit 1

229 W Walnut St, Unit 2

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413 W Vine St, Unit 1
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603 W Vine St

805 Douglas Ave, Unit 1

708 Mills St, Unit 6

805 Douglas Ave, Unit 3

708 Mills St, Unit 7

429 Davis St

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530 W South St, Unit K

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821 W Kalamazoo Ave, Unit 3

1338 Portage Street

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1315 Race St

714 Village St

Lakeview Apartments

2909 W Michigan Ave, Unit 2-C

1536 Henson Ave

1403 Sherwood Ave

820 W Main St

Peregrine Peninsula

Rivers Edge Apartments

940 W Lovell St
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1404 W Michigan Ave, Unit 2

725 W Vine St

620 Minor Ave, Unit 3

2408 Texel Dr

107-123 E Michigan Ave

Somerset On The Hill Apartments

1003 Newland Pl

Vine St

222 Douglas Ave

Walbridge Common
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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 | $1,012 | $625 | $1,882 |
| Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $200 | $2,650 |
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $800 | $3,900 |
| Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $1,223 | $2,550 |
| Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,450 | $2,100 |
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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 |
| Kendall Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Arcadia Grove | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath with Office | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Harrison Circle | 1 Bedroom 80% | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, MI
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $0.35 price per square foot The Western Model at The Tate on Howard in the in the West Main Hill neighborhood starting from $484. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Arcadia Grove starting at $1,129 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Colony Farm 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tate on Howard | The Western | 4BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| Arcadia Grove | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| 220 W Walnut St, Unit 5 | 220 W Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 723 W South St, Unit #1 | 723 W South St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 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 |
| 502 Vale Ave, Unit 3c | 502 Vale Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 530 W South St, Unit K | 530 W South St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Kendall Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1332 Poplar Pl, Unit 2 | 1332 Poplar Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Among cities in Michigan for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments
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 11 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 $455 which is $2,945 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northside.
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