Kalamazoo is a city in the state of Michigan, USA. Casita offers rooms in this city in buildings that have state-of-the-art facilities and has close proximity to all the major universities and entertainment spots in the city.
Why Book Student Accommodation in Kalamazoo?
The city derives its name from the Potawatomi word “negikanamazo” which translates into “stones like otters”. Native Americans are the earliest settlers of the city. Kalamazoo is quite the choice for international students. It has an ethnically diverse population and has renowned higher education institutions. Casita provides you with affordable student accommodation options in Kalamazoo in a perfect location near the University of Western Michigan and Kalamazoo College. Furthermore, it is in the heart of life and entertainment.
Universities in Kalamazoo
Casita offers luxurious student accommodation in Kalamazoo within a short distance to these higher-education institutions:
Western Michigan University
one student accommodation option within a five-minute car ride from the university.
Kalamazoo train station is within a six-minute walk from the university. Business Ct. at Wilber bus station is a seven-minute walk from the university and Ring Road S. & Western View Apts bus station is a one-minute walk.
Nearby places of interest: Kalamazoo Valley Museum, Bronson Park, Asylum Lake Preserve, and Kleinstuck Preserve/Nature Trail.
Kalamazoo College
one student accommodation option within a ten-minute car ride from the college.
Kalamazoo train station is within an 18-minute walk from the university. W.Michigan & RR Tracks bus station is a six-minute walk from the college and Oakland & Eddies Ln/Lovell bus station is also a six-minute walk.
Nearby places of interest: Discover Kalamazoo and River Villa & Jan Schau Wildflower Walk.
Student Life
Is Kalamazoo MI a good place to live?
Kalamazoo city is one of the best places to live in Michigan. It has a low cost of living and has a young population making it a great destination for international students. Furthermore, it has a mix of cultures so students won’t feel like outsiders to the city. The city also has a central and strategic location because it has big cities like Detroit and Chicago nearby and the commute journeys around the city are under 20 minutes. Kalamazoo is also a fun city to live in because it hosts many arts and culture festivals and events that include Kalamazoo Pride and Black Arts Festival. Also, Kalamazoo has affordable student accommodation provided by Casita near the major universities in the city.
Transportation in Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo has a variety of transportation links students can use to get around the city. Transportations means in the city include buses, rails, and taxis. Buses in Kalamazoo are managed by Metro Transit company which offers 20 routes that include a route to Western Michigan University at affordable prices and subscriptions. It is worth mentioning that students at Western Michigan University can use the buses free of charge when showing their student ID.
Kalamazoo’s rail services are provided by Amtrak railroad services. It has a station located downtown that is linked to a newly renovated bus station.
If you want a taxi ride in Kalamazoo, you have to call a taxi provider in the city and book one. Taxi services in Kalamazoo include Uber, Godspeed Transportation, and Bronco Taxi.
Must-Visit Places in Kalamazoo
While in Kalamazoo, we recommend you check out Kalamazoo Nature Center. Other cool places to visit are the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Kalamazoo Farmers Market, Kalamazoo State Theatre, Markin Glen County Park, The Henderson Castle, and Al Sabo Preserve.
Other Student Accommodations in the USA
Besides having affordable student accommodation in Kalamazoo, Casita offers other student accommodation options in nearby cities:
Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, Indianapolis, and Madison.