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$86,250$69 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $42,000 on Jul 28, 2022

1215 JAMES ST

KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,254 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$86K
$78K low$94K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · Jul 28, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,215 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$45,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$90,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.3
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyKALAMAZOO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Edison AcademyC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Maple Street Magnet School for the ArtsB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Loy Norrix High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Kalamazoo Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49001These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,896
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,679 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,442
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,761
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

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How this home compares

1215 James St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Kalamazoo County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Kalamazoo County

What homes are worth in Kalamazoo 49001

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$70K$325K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Kalamazoo 49001.

How it measures up in Kalamazoo 49001

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kalamazoo 49001.

Estimated value$86,250
CheaperTypical $175,462Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$69
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,254 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,203 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 1215 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEdisonKalamazoo 49001Kalamazoo County
Estimated valuepricier than$86,25014% of homes6% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6912% of homes5% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,254 ft²49% of homes55% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²7% of homes4% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than191042% of homes22% of homes8% of homes

About 1215 James St

How much is 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI is $86,250 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $78,131 to $94,369. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI last sell?

1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI last sold on Jul 28, 2022 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI?

1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,254 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI built?

1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI?

1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI is assigned to Edison Academy (elementary), rated C; Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts (middle), rated B-; Loy Norrix High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Kalamazoo Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI compare to other homes in Kalamazoo 49001?

Among the 6,792 homes in Kalamazoo 49001, it is worth more than 6% of them ($86,250 against a typical $175,462), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($69 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,254 ft² against a typical 1,203 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1910 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of Kalamazoo County, it is worth more than 2% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1215 James St, Kalamazoo, MI was $2,215. The county assessed it at $45,100.

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