Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo MI
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Kalamazoo Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,085/mo
Up 3% From Last Year
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Explore Rent Prices Near Kalamazoo, MI
Kalamazoo, MI’s average rent price is $1,249 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
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| Portage | $1,031 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
Kalamazoo, MI Apartments for Rent
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.
Kalamazoo, MI Rental Insights
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Kalamazoo, MI has very few transit options. Residents typically rely on driving for daily needs.
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Students renting in Kalamazoo, MI have access to Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo Valley C.C., Arcadia, Kalamazoo Valley C.C., Tex Twp, and Kellogg Community College.