Kalamazoo-Portage, MI Rent Report
Apartments & Houses by Size

Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025

Kalamazoo‑Portage’s vibrant metro rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and single‑family homes that cater to students, professionals, and families alike. With Western Michigan University anchoring the area, there is strong demand for conveniently located studios and one‑bedroom units near downtown Kalamazoo, the bustling Portage Business Center, and the thriving neighborhoods of West Main and Vine. Residents enjoy easy access to cultural attractions such as the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, the Air Zoo, and the scenic River Valley Trail, making the metro an appealing place to live, work, and explore.

Rental pricing in the region reflects its varied housing stock. Studio apartments typically rent in the $1,000 range, while one‑bedroom units are often found in the $1,200‑$1,300 bracket. Two‑bedroom apartments and homes commonly sit around the $1,400 mark, and larger three‑bedroom apartments and houses frequently command rents in the $1,600‑$1,800 range. This flexibility allows renters to choose between modern apartment complexes near the downtown core and more spacious house options in family‑friendly communities like East Campus and Portage’s historic districts. The area’s balanced blend of affordability, amenities, and convenient transportation options continues to make Kalamazoo‑Portage a top choice for those seeking a dynamic Michigan Metro lifestyle.

Kalamazoo-Portage, MI Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count

Property Type Bedrooms Average Median Min - Max 25th - 75th
Apartment Studio $987 $947 $700 - $1,601 $850 - $1,105
Apartment 1 Bedroom $1,198 $1,101 $399 - $2,500 $1,000 - $1,324
Apartment 2 Bedroom $1,370 $1,284 $555 - $2,610 $1,100 - $1,605
Apartment 3 Bedroom $1,166 $1,300 $425 - $2,235 $584 - $1,575
Apartment 4+ Bedroom $1,457 $1,650 $360 - $2,600 $529 - $1,800
House 1 Bedroom $886 $897 $800 - $950 $895 - $950
House 2 Bedroom $1,264 $1,225 $650 - $2,300 $1,050 - $1,425
House 3 Bedroom $1,759 $1,625 $859 - $3,500 $1,475 - $2,100
House 4+ Bedroom $2,220 $2,162 $1,300 - $6,200 $1,700 - $2,595

In the current period, the average rent in Kalamazoo-Portage, MI was $1,002 for Studio, $1,188 for 1 Bedroom, $1,344 for 2 Bedroom, $1,636 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,142 for 4+ Bedroom.

Kalamazoo-Portage, MI

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