Affordable Kalamazoo Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Kalamazoo.

About Kalamazoo, MI.

Kalamazoo is the largest city in the Kalamazoo-Portage Metropolitan Statistical Area, with 74,262 compared to the region's 335,340 people. Kalamazoo is a unique city because it is equally distant from Chicago and Detroit, and it served as a common resting point between these cities in older days.

Its culture includes a heavy influx of college students due to a nearby college, young professionals who appreciate the inexpensive living costs, and older adults retiring on the fringes of the community. Kalamazoo is also the county seat of Kalamazoo Country and the region's center of culture and enterprise.

What to Do in Kalamazoo, MI.

Kalamazoo has many museums, sporting teams, and other unique events and activity centers that help provide a fun and engaging experience for residents and visitors. Just a few of the most popular of these include:

• Arts Council: Kalamazoo's busy Art Council organizes many events every year, including free concerts, art displays, food celebrations, and much more, all of which center on local artists as much as possible.
• Milham Park Golf Course: As one of the oldest still-in-operation golf courses in the state, Milham is entirely within Kalamazoo's city limits and provides golfing, sledding, cross-country skiing, and more.
• Kalamazoo Public Library: Kalamazoo's acclaimed library has five branches. It is commonplace to meet for various events, such as book sales, concerts, art festivals, and college-style events.
• The Kalamazoo Animation Festival International: Every other year, Kalamazoo draws on more than 500 entries from nearly 40 different countries to showcase the fantastic world of animation.

Working in Kalamazoo, MI.

Kalamazoo's economy centers heavily on Western Michigan University and provides entertainment options for its many students. For example, many breweries (the most popular, Bell's Brewery, a national chain) offer unique brews and foods to students and others. However, the city is also known for many different industries beyond entertainment and service. These include:

• Flavorings: The A.M. Todd Company produces flavor options like peppermint oils and is one of the largest companies of its type. It is currently headquartered in Kalamazoo. Kalamazoo also hosts Kalsec, a similar flavoring company.
• Manufacturing: Kalamazoo has a bustling manufacturing and industrial market, including Stryker Corporation, Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, Fabri-Kal, Parker Hannifin Aerospace's Hydraulic Systems, and more.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Kalamazoo is home to many Pfizer facilities, though many more are located in its sister city of Portage. The town also hosts Zoetis, the world's largest manufacturer of medicine and vaccinations for animals.

Kalamazoo, MI. Neighborhoods

Kalamazoo is a large enough city with ten different neighborhoods, providing many unique advantages and amenities. Let's take a look at the top-, median-, and low-price neighborhoods in Kalamazoo to give you a better idea of what to expect here:

• Van Kal Road/22nd Street: Kalamazoo's most expensive neighborhood costs more than 94.2% of all Michigan neighborhoods, with a median purchase price of $437,255. Rental price is lower than 48.6% of Michigan's communities, though, with a median of $1,280.
• Doughterys Corner: This neighborhood's median real estate price of $309,265 is more expensive than 84.5% of Michigan, while the rental price of $1,509 is higher than 73.3% of Michigan neighborhoods. Like most neighborhoods in Kalamazoo, this area has single-family homes primarily.
• Cooper: Though Cooper is Kalamazoo's least expensive neighborhood, median home prices are still more expensive than nearly 70% of Michigan at $229,133. Rental prices here are lower than almost 58% of Michigan at $1,204, making this a good place for students and lower-income individuals.

Kalamazoo, MI. School District

Kalamazoo's public school district includes many facilities. These include:

• Arcadia Elementary
• Edison Academy
• El Sol Elementary
• Greenwood Elementary
• Hillside Middle School
• Indian Prairie Elementary School
• Kalamazoo Area Math and Science Center (KAMSC)
• Kalamazoo Central High School

Kalamazoo also hosts schools like the Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program and the Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts. Other arts programs include Washington Writers' Academy and Woods Lake Elementary: A Magnet Center for the Arts. This town also hosts four different Western Michigan University campuses and has been one of the most influential adopters of wireless educational opportunities in the nation.

Moving to Kalamazoo, MI. Resource Guide

Kalamazoo's bustling city department includes help for human resources, public transportation, public safety, and various public service options. These include water, garbage, heating, sewage, and much more. Talk to officials at these departments to get yourself set up and comfortable in this new city. Kalamazoo also has many fun and engaging parks and outdoor recreation centers to visit, such as:

• Axtell Creek Park: Enjoy a playground, picnic table seating, and comfortable paved paths when visiting here.
• Blanche Hull Park: As Kalamazoo's third-largest park, this destination is a perfect place to go bird-watching.
• Bronson Park: As the oldest park in Kalamazoo, this park has an attractive old-school feel that many may enjoy.
• Crane Park: This 10-acre garden park is a popular destination for outdoor weddings, with 700 feet of pathways.
• Dutton Street Park: This comfy park in Vine includes play equipment, benches, and flower beds.
• Eastern Hills Golf Club: Play up to 27 holes on this well-maintained golf course, with a pro shop and full-service bar.
• Fairmount Dog Park: Give your dog a chance to enjoy some outdoor fun and visit with friendly dogs in this park.

Kalamazoo, MI. Housing

Kalamazoo's real estate median price of $189,100 (50.1 on a cost of living chart) is much lower than Michigan's $207,800 (65.5 on the cost of living front). The homes in Kalamazoo are typically for one to two families and have 2 to 4 bedrooms, depending on the neighborhood. Many apartments and condos also serve the area, though many center on college students.