Living & Working Near Downtown Kalamazoo
Urban Center
The River’s edge district is part of Kalamazoo’s vibrant urban center. With the People’s Food Co-op, Walnut & Park Coffee, and Brewery Outre in the neighborhood and a short walk to many other restaurants you can leave your car behind and enjoy the freedom that urban living provides.
Walkability
Kalamazoo is a small city that packs a big punch when it comes to walkability. With lighted sidewalks and posted city maps navigating the city day or night is an enjoyable adventure. The Kalamazoo River Valley Trail system provides a great hiking, biking and running park leading from the city in every direction.
Live/Work
Live-work-play is becoming Kalamazoo’s mantra. Renovated buildings provide industrial living opportunities while great restaurants, theatre and art all provide dynamic entertainment…all within Kalamazoo’s walkable core. WMU medical school and KVCC culinary campus are also providing opportunities to residents.
Available Apartments & Commercial Space
The following links will take you to the specific buildings in the River’s Edge District.
Harrison Circle Apts.
The project calls for new construction of a five-story building with 80 apartment units and a commercial space on the first floor. Four of the units will be two-bedroom units, and 76 will be one-bedroom units.
Built in 2021
Solid Concrete Construction
Outdoor Grill area
On site parking
Energy efficient
Ignertia Building
This renovated factory embraces the features of the original 1939 Kalamazoo Iron and Metal Co. steel bow trusses, exposed brick and concrete floors are an integral part of the interior design. Ignertia is home to four loft apartments, two condominiums, an art studio, gallery and office space.
Located at the head of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail it is less than 4 minutes walking distance to many of the local points of interest. The building is located 100 yards from entry to the KVRT biking trail, 5 blocks from Amtrak and only 12 minutes walking from the geographical center of downtown Kalamazoo it is uniquely positioned to provide for downtown living without the expense of a car.
1939 renovated factory.
Spacious grass yard and patio.
- Next to grocery store, bakery and restaurant.
- Walking distance to downtown.
Norbridge Building
Built in 2014, the Norbridge Building is a multi-use building featuring one 8,000 square foot office space and five loft style apartments.
Located at the head of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail it is less than 4 minutes walking distance to many of the local points of interest. The building is located 100 yards from entry to the KVRT biking trail, 5 blocks from Amtrak and only 12 minutes walking from the geographical center of downtown Kalamazoo it is uniquely positioned to provide for downtown living without the expense of a car.
Built in 2014.
Residence patios.
- Next to grocery store and bakery.
- Walking distance to downtown.
Walbridge Common
Built in 1924 as a warehouse for the Kalamazoo Stationary Company the Walbridge Common Building is a long-time fixture of Kalamazoo’s North East Side. Constructed of concrete and brick; with roof top decks and sweeping views of downtown. In it’s “new life” this iconic building will be home to 47 apartments and a restaurant further adding to the vibrant River’s Edge District.
Located at the head of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail it is less than 4 minutes walking distance to many of the local points of interest. The building is located 100 yards from entry to the KVRT biking trail, 5 blocks from Amtrak and only 12 minutes walking from the geographical center of downtown Kalamazoo it is uniquely positioned to provide for downtown living without the expense of a car.
1924 renovated warehouse.
On-site restaurant.
Next to grocery store and bakery.
Walking distance to downtown.
Commercial Space
Interesting commercial space available in this neighborhood opening in 2023.
Unique Industrial Commercial Spaces
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