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Highlights

  • Hardwood flooring
  • Lots of storage space
  • Two large bedrooms
  • Off-street parking (shared)

Location

849 Kalamazoo Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, USA|South East End
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Management

Urban Pharm

Leasing office

(616) 855-4540

Property Overview

849 Kalamazoo Ave SE offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.5/10, highlighted by an exceptional 10/10 price rating and 9/10 scores for both amenities and location. Renters get hardwood flooring, two large bedrooms, plentiful storage, and shared off-street parking in a walkable, bustling area with a vibrant social scene and many nearby restaurants, plus reasonable access to transit and groceries. A 7/10 trustworthiness rating reflects a clear, detailed listing that helps set accurate expectations.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$1,195 /mo1 unit availableGreat value in this spacious upper apartment. Two large bedrooms and a medium sized third bedroom or office. Fresh paint and hardwood flooring throughout. Kitchen remodel in 2025. Lots of storage space. Water and lawn service are included in the rent. Off-street parking. Pets may be permitted with additional fees.

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Amenities for 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE

Apartment Amenities

Water Included

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Lawn CareLawn Service Included
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE

HomeApartments in Grand RapidsSouth East End 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE

Great value in this spacious upper apartment. Two large bedrooms and a medium sized third bedroom or office. Fresh paint and hardwood flooring throughout. Kitchen remodel in 2025. Lots of storage space. Water and lawn service are included in the rent. Off-street parking. Pets may be permitted with additional fees.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
849 Kalamazoo Ave SE offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
849 Kalamazoo Ave SE goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn care. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
849 Kalamazoo Ave SE is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
849 Kalamazoo Ave SE provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

849 Kalamazoo Ave SE is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 100 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in South East End

3-bedroom apartments at 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South East End.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
South East End
Grand Rapids
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Grand Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,562
June 2024$1,573
July 2024$1,618
August 2024$1,587
September 2024$1,505
October 2024$1,544
November 2024$1,574
December 2024$1,593
January 2025$1,591
February 2025$1,597
March 2025$1,608
April 2025$1,582
May 2025$1,600
June 2025$1,567
July 2025$1,517
August 2025$1,528
September 2025$1,497
October 2025$1,495
November 2025$1,532
December 2025$1,578
January 2026$1,530
February 2026$1,514
March 2026$1,534
April 2026$1,596
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South East End
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,181
August 2024$1,198
September 2024$1,210
October 2024$1,197
November 2024$1,195
December 2024$1,157
January 2025$1,150
March 2025$1,191
April 2025$1,179
May 2025$1,129
June 2025$1,154
September 2025$1,243
October 2025$1,196
November 2025$1,201
December 2025$1,295
January 2026$1,195
February 2026$1,197

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near 849 Kalamazoo Ave SE

Ridgemoor Park Montessori

2555 inverness rd se

grand rapids, MI, 49546

PK, K-6Public
C+

Kent Education Center - Oakleigh

2223 gordon st nw

grand rapids, MI, 49504

K-8Public
C

Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center

977 44th st sw

wyoming, MI, 49509

PK, KPublic
B-

Lincoln School

860 crahen ave ne

grand rapids, MI, 49525

K-12Public

Lincoln Developmental Center

862 crahen ave ne

grand rapids, MI, 49525

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

South East End | Grand Rapids, MI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Grand Rapids near 849 Kalamazoo Ave Se

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 849 Kalamazoo Ave Se, Grand Rapids

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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