$990
1 bed2 bathsApartment
1500 East Kilgore Road, Kalamazoo, MI, 49001
1-Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Kalamazoo, MI
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$940
1 bed1 bath624 sqftApartment
1928 Colgrove Ave Unit 115, Kalamazoo, MI, 49048
$1,350
1 bed1 bathApartment
728 W Lovell St - #2, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
$925
1 bed1 bath624 sqftApartment
1928 Colgrove Ave Unit 115, Kalamazoo, MI, 49048
$1,325
1 bed1 bath600 sqftApartment
728 W Lovell St - #4, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
$955
1 bed1 bath624 sqftApartment
1928 Colgrove Ave Unit 115, Kalamazoo, MI, 49048
$990
1 bed1 bath624 sqftApartment
1928 Colgrove Ave Unit 115, Kalamazoo, MI, 49048
$1,100
1 bed1 bathApartment
105 N Kendall Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, 49006
$875
1 bed1 bathApartment
133 & 143 N Riverview Drive, Parchment, MI, 49004
$940
1 bed1 bath547 sqftApartment
1842 S 11th St, Kalamazoo, MI, 49009
$940
1 bed1 bath541 sqftApartment
1842 S 11th St, Kalamazoo, MI, 49009
$2,065
1 bed1 bath936 sqftApartment
200 E. Michigan Ave. Apt 203, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
$1,880
1 bed1 bath856 sqftApartment
200 E. Michigan Ave. Apt 202, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
$1,900
1 bed1 bath861 sqftApartment
200 E. Michigan Ave. Apt 302, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007
$825
1 bed1 bathApartment
133 & 143 N Riverview Drive, Parchment, MI, 49004
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What to Know Before Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Kalamazoo, MI
A 1-bedroom apartment in Kalamazoo hits the sweet spot for most solo renters and couples — enough space to have a real living room and a separated sleep area, without the cost of a 2-bedroom you don't fully use. For remote workers, a 1-bedroom is often the minimum viable setup: you can close a door between your workspace and your living space, which matters more than most people expect before they try working from a studio. When evaluating 1-bedrooms in Kalamazoo, pay attention to bedroom size (some 1-bedrooms are technically 1-bedrooms with a bedroom that fits a queen bed and nothing else), closet space, and whether the kitchen opens to the living room or is walled off. In-unit laundry, a parking spot, and a dedicated storage unit are the three amenities most renters wish they'd prioritized when they didn't have them. 1-bedrooms in Kalamazoo also tend to have the most competitive rental market of any unit type — more supply than studios, but more demand than 2-bedrooms, which means good 1-bedrooms in desirable Kalamazoo neighborhoods at fair prices move quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Kalamazoo, MI
In Kalamazoo, 1-bedrooms average $1,031/mo versus $838/mo for a studio. For solo renters on a tight budget, compare both filters on Rentler before applying. If you work from home or spend significant time in your apartment, the extra separation of a larger unit may be worth the difference.
Pet policies on 1-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.
Furnished 1-bedrooms are available in Kalamazoo but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.
Most landlords in Kalamazoo require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 1-bedroom at Kalamazoo's current average of $1,031/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.
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