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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private entrance
  • Large bedrooms
  • Off street parking
  • Recently renovated kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • New flooring

Location

617 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA|Vine
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Management

Lukeman Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(269) 575-4266

Property Overview

617 Forest is an appealing rental option, receiving a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, highlighting its value and excellent amenities, which scored 9 out of 10. With features like large bedrooms, a recently renovated kitchen, and off-street parking, it excels in providing a quality living experience. Its prime location near a top-rated high school and pet-friendly policies further enhance its attractiveness for potential renters.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 617 Forest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 617 Forest has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath650 sqft$775 /mo1 unit availableGreat 2 bedroom on the second floor of a triplex. Recently renovated kitchen with new flooring. Unit has private entrance on back of building, with a small deck. Large bedrooms and living room with original wood work. Pet friendly! Other Tenant Charges: $58 Application Fee(s) / $200.00 Cleaning Fee / $100.00 Admin Fee / Tenant(s) responsible for GAS & ELECTRIC All Lukeman Property Management residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $40.95/month which includes renters insurance, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), credit building to help boost your credit score with timely rent payments, $1M Identity Protection, move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application! The rental or lease of this property must comply with the City of Kalamazoo ordinance regulating the use of criminal background checks as part of the tenant screening process to provide individuals with criminal backgrounds a fair opportunity. For additional information please contact the City of Kalamazoo Civil Rights Board. Security Deposit is 1.5x the monthly rent. Half is due within 3 days of an approved application, the remaining half is due within 2 weeks OR on the day of move in - whichever comes first. Cleaning and Admin fees are due on the day of move in along with first months rent and any applicable pet fees. VIEW THIS UNIT VIA VIRTUAL TOUR AT: https www dropbox com scl fi qiebqaiuh1b3m49h2grvp Video-Aug-24-2023-3-14-48-PM mov?rlkey=otgbbzm1c8cbl4apmxszeas60&st=jl03owp7&dl=0

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Amenities for 617 Forest

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Cats OKDogs OK
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Lawn & Snow
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About 617 Forest

HomeApartments in KalamazooVine 617 Forest

617 Forest - Triplex in the Vine Neighborhood. Building offers off street parking and separate unit entries.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 617 Forest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 617 Forest has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 617 Forest
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 617 Forest is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Vine. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
617 Forest goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 617 Forest 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.
617 Forest 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 617 Forest to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

617 Forest is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Pet deposit required
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby

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 617 Forest compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Vine

2-bedroom apartments at 617 Forest cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Vine.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Vine
Kalamazoo
A table of studio rental data trends in Kalamazoo
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$720
January 2024$740
February 2024$796
March 2024$774
April 2024$775
May 2024$775
June 2024$770
July 2024$778
August 2024$785
September 2024$825
October 2024$762
November 2024$808
December 2024$811
January 2025$788
February 2025$782
March 2025$801
April 2025$780
May 2025$726
June 2025$705
July 2025$717
August 2025$777
September 2025$783
October 2025$782
November 2025$780
December 2025$780
A table of studio rental data trends in Vine
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$618
January 2024$646
February 2024$800
March 2024$782
April 2024$772
May 2024$757
June 2024$695
July 2024$698
August 2024$680
January 2025$700
February 2025$690
March 2025$690
May 2025$695
June 2025$699
July 2025$710
August 2025$717
September 2025$779
October 2025$756
November 2025$717
December 2025$710

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $775.
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Getting around Kalamazoo near 617 Forest St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 617 Forest St, Kalamazoo

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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