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$270,956$150 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

3967 OBSERVATION AVE

KALAMAZOO, MI 49004
2.5
Baths
1,803 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
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

$271K
$244K low$298K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,050 (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.$141,350 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$130,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$282,700

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyKALAMAZOO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Parchment North Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades 4–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Parchment High SchoolC+
High · Grades 8–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Parchment Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Parchment School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49004These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.15,743
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.700 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,846
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

3967 Observation 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 more than 65% of homes in Kalamazoo 49004
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Kalamazoo 49004
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Kalamazoo 49004
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Kalamazoo 49004
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Kalamazoo 49004

What homes are worth in Kalamazoo 49004

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

This home
$111K$533K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Kalamazoo 49004.

How it measures up in Kalamazoo 49004

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kalamazoo 49004.

Estimated value$270,956
CheaperTypical $227,647Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $190Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,803 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,241 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 3967 Observation Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKalamazoo 49004Kalamazoo County
Estimated valuepricier than$270,95665% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15018% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,803 ft²82% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac67% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than196865% of homes53% of homes

About 3967 Observation Ave

How much is 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI is $270,956 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $244,150 to $297,762. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI last sell?

3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI?

3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,803 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI built?

3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI?

3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI is assigned to Parchment North Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Parchment High School (high), rated C+; Parchment Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Parchment School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI compare to other homes in Kalamazoo 49004?

Among the 5,776 homes in Kalamazoo 49004, it is worth more than 65% of them ($270,956 against a typical $227,647), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($150 against a typical $190), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,803 ft² against a typical 1,241 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1968 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Kalamazoo County, it is worth more than 49% 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 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3967 Observation Ave, Kalamazoo, MI was $3,050. The county assessed it at $141,350.

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