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$85,000$98 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $79,000 on Jul 28, 2026

1434 FORBES ST

KALAMAZOO, MI 49006
4
Beds
1
Baths
866 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$85K
$66K low$104K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$79,000 · Jul 28, 2026
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$121,000
6.52% · recorded Jul 28, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,015 (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.$43,400 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$86,800

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.38
33
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.23
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(2)

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
Woodward School for Technology and ResearchD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Hillside Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Kalamazoo Central High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Kalamazoo Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49006These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,264
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,323 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,685
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,927
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1434 Forbes 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Kalamazoo 49006
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Kalamazoo 49006
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Kalamazoo 49006
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in West Douglas
  • Among the oldest homes in Kalamazoo 49006

What homes are worth in Kalamazoo 49006

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

This home
$97K$593K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Kalamazoo 49006.

How it measures up in Kalamazoo 49006

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kalamazoo 49006.

Estimated value$85,000
CheaperTypical $259,772Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $190Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area866 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,297 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1434 Forbes St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest DouglasKalamazoo 49006Kalamazoo County
Estimated valuepricier than$85,0002% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9839% of homes4% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than866 ft²11% of homes7% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac75% of homes50% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than188515% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes

About 1434 Forbes St

How much is 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI is $85,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $65,975 to $104,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI last sell?

1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI last sold on Jul 28, 2026 for $79,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI?

1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 866 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI built?

1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI?

1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI is assigned to Woodward School for Technology and Research (elementary), rated D; Hillside Middle School (middle), rated B; Kalamazoo Central High School (high), rated B. All sit in Kalamazoo Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI compare to other homes in Kalamazoo 49006?

Among the 5,175 homes in Kalamazoo 49006, it is worth more than almost none of them ($85,000 against a typical $259,772), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($98 against a typical $190), it is bigger than 7% of them (866 ft² against a typical 1,297 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1885 against a typical 1956). 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 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1434 Forbes St, Kalamazoo, MI was $1,015. The county assessed it at $43,400.

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