58 West – Luxury Student Living
5800 Jefferson Commons Dr,
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
$399 - $969
Studio - 4 Beds
Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MI
Area Guide
Western Michigan University calls this close-knit community home
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Welcome to Kalamazoo, a historic city in southwestern Michigan where past meets present. Located between Detroit and Chicago, this community of over 73,000 residents combines cultural attractions with abundant green spaces. As home to Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College, the city maintains a strong educational presence. The downtown area features the Kalamazoo Mall, America's first outdoor pedestrian shopping district, lined with independent businesses and eateries. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the extensive Kalamazoo River Valley Trail system, which connects multiple parks throughout the region. Current rental trends show moderate growth, with average one-bedroom apartments renting for $1,054 (up 2.9% year-over-year), while two-bedrooms average $1,295 (up 1.8% year-over-year).
Housing options in Kalamazoo span from historic properties in the Vine neighborhood to contemporary apartments near the Western Michigan University campus. Each area offers distinct characteristics - the Stuart neighborhood showcases impressive architecture, while Westnedge Hill features tree-lined streets and classic homes. Downtown has evolved with the addition of residential lofts and new housing developments. The city celebrates its cultural heritage through events like the Irving S. Gilmore International Keyboard Festival and maintains a respected craft brewing tradition. Kalamazoo's legacy of innovation includes being the original headquarters of Gibson Guitar Corporation and pioneering accessibility with the nation's first curb cuts in the 1940s. Today, the city continues this forward-thinking approach through the Kalamazoo Promise, which provides college tuition support for Kalamazoo Public Schools graduates.
Explore the City
Kalamazoo locals love spending their Saturday mornings at the Kalamzoo Farmer's Market.
Bronson Park is located downtown and is a green oasis in the middle of a busy city.
The Kalamazoo Mall was the first open-air outdoor mall in the country, established in 1959.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Kalamazoo, MI is $951 for a studio, $1,094 for one bedroom, $1,287 for two bedrooms, and $1,578 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kalamazoo has increased by 3.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,094/month
704 Sq Ft
House
$1,884/month
1,135 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,333/month
560 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,366/month
1,595 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Kalamazoo, MI is 14.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Kalamazoo is 37.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $951 - $1,578. You can expect to pay 2.6% less for groceries, 3.3% less for utilities, and 2.1% less for transportation.
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Transportation
51
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
51
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-8
260 Students
KingWestwood Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
591 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
273 Students
Indian Prairie Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-3
204 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
483 Students
Public
Grades K-8
260 Students
Public
Grades 8-12
434 Students
Maple Street Magnet School For The Arts
Public
Grades 6-8
860 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
705 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
742 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,771 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,612 Students
Public
Grades 8-12
434 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
378 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
99 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Kalamazoo Valley Museum
- Kalamazoo Nature Center
- Chipman Preserve
- Wolf Lake Hatchery Visitor Center
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International
Top Apartments in Kalamazoo
Houses for Rent in Kalamazoo
Property Management Companies in Kalamazoo, MI
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Princeton Management
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Trillium Ventures MSV
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The Choice Group
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.