Milwood Homes for Rent

Milwood in Kalamazoo is a neighborhood known for its historic homes and proximity to the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek airport. The area features a mix of Colonial-style homes from the 1930s and ranch-style homes from the 1950s, with the median construction year being 1952. The "Golden Triangle" between Portage Street and Lovers Lane is particularly sought after. Residents enjoy local attractions such as the Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum, which showcases historic planes and offers community events. One Well Brewing, a local brewery with pinball machines and arcade games, is a popular spot for socializing. For outdoor activities, Milham Park provides walking paths, a creek, and the Milham Park Golf Club, while Emerald Drive Park is a hub for dog walkers and soccer games. The neighborhood is served by the Kalamazoo Metro bus system, and major thoroughfares like Interstate 94 offer easy travel to Detroit and Chicago. Shopping options include nearby Crossroad Park with stores like Target and Barnes and Noble. Dining options are primarily local, with places like Traveler’s Craft BBQ and Whiskey Bar and El Ranchero. Milwood Elementary and Milwood Magnet School serve younger students, while high school students attend the highly rated Loy Norrix High School, benefiting from the Kalamazoo Promise scholarship program. While the neighborhood is generally safe, the southern part near the airport experiences jet noise, and the area has a history of tornadoes, with the most recent EF2 tornado occurring in May 2024.