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$146,431$189 / 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 90How 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

2609 AMHERST AVE

KALAMAZOO, MI 49008
2
Beds
1
Baths
775 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$146K
$132K low$161K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,525 (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.$75,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$70,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$150,000

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.4
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.0.21
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

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

E
Woods Lake Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Loy Norrix High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Milwood Magnet SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Kalamazoo Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49008These 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.98
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 100.21

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,201
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,528 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,021
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,119
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

2609 Amherst Ave 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 87% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Kalamazoo County

What homes are worth in Kalamazoo 49008

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

This home
$90K$759K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Kalamazoo 49008.

How it measures up in Kalamazoo 49008

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kalamazoo 49008.

Estimated value$146,431
CheaperTypical $263,007Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area775 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 2609 Amherst Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOakwoodKalamazoo 49008Kalamazoo County
Estimated valuepricier than$146,43118% of homes14% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18951% of homes48% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than775 ft²26% of homes7% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac66% of homes47% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than192627% of homes24% of homes14% of homes

About 2609 Amherst Ave

How much is 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI is $146,431 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $131,990 to $160,872. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI last sell?

2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI?

2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 775 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI built?

2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI was built in 1926, making it 100 years old.

What schools serve 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI?

2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI is assigned to Woods Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Loy Norrix High School (high), rated A-; Milwood Magnet School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Kalamazoo Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI compare to other homes in Kalamazoo 49008?

Among the 5,318 homes in Kalamazoo 49008, it is worth more than 14% of them ($146,431 against a typical $263,007), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($189 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 7% of them (775 ft² against a typical 1,458 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1926 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Kalamazoo County, it is worth more than 13% 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 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2609 Amherst Ave, Kalamazoo, MI was $2,525. The county assessed it at $75,000.

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