Arcadia Grove
1324 Lafayette Ave,
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
$399 - $2,235 | Studio - 6 Beds
Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, MI
Area Guide
Western Michigan University calls this close-knit community home
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Nestled in southwestern Michigan between Chicago and Detroit, Kalamazoo is the fun-loving home to Western Michigan University. This college town boasts a sprawling campus and innumerable entertainment options. Locals enjoy cheering on the Broncos at Waldo Stadium and watching the Kalamazoo Wings at Wings Event Center. But more than just athletic events, this lively city features top-notch local amenities.
After you find your affordable apartment in the city, you can sample the craft brews at Bell’s Brewery, taste the fresh produce at the Bank Street Farmers Market, peruse the outdoor Kalamazoo Mall, or catch a live performance at Famers Alley Theatre. Outdoor recreation and exploration is a popular activity in this suburb, from the biking trails at the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail to the exhibits and walking trails at the Kalamazoo Nature Center.
Whether you’re an art, science, or culture enthusiast, Kalamazoo has you covered! Check out the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum, Kalamazoo Valley Museum, and Gilmore Car Museum. This community comes together for several seasonal festivals, including the Kalamazoo Animation Festival International, Irving Gilmore International Keyboard Festival, and the Bach Festival.
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 July 2025, the average apartment rent in Kalamazoo, MI is $982 for a studio, $1,077 for one bedroom, $1,311 for two bedrooms, and $1,556 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kalamazoo has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,077/month
701 Sq Ft
House
$1,655/month
1,198 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,813/month
1,334 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Kalamazoo, MI is 15.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Kalamazoo is 39.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $982 - $1,556. You can expect to pay 2.8% less for groceries, 2.6% less for utilities, and 2.3% 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
9
KingWestwood Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
591 Students
6
Public
Grades K-5
351 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
273 Students
6
Lincoln International Studies School
Public
Grades PK-5
226 Students
6
Public
Grades K-8
260 Students
9
Public
Grades 8-12
434 Students
5
Maple Street Magnet School For The Arts
Public
Grades 6-8
860 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
742 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
705 Students
4
Public
Grades 9-12
1,771 Students
6
Public
Grades 9-12
1,612 Students
6
Public
Grades 8-12
434 Students
5
Public
Grades 9-12
378 Students
4
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
Edward Rose & Sons
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MTH Management
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Village Green
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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 June 2025.