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$137,565$106 / 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 97How 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 $54,000 on Nov 29, 2010

437 FOREST ST

KALAMAZOO, MI 49001
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,296 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$138K
$133K low$142K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$54,000 · Nov 29, 2010
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.$12,209
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$9,767
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.95%
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.$125,356
CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC · recorded Dec 23, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,427 (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.$63,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$127,200

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.18
79
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.46 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(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.

M
Maple Street Magnet School for the ArtsB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Woods Lake Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Loy Norrix High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 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%

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.No

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

437 Forest 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 89% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Vine
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Vine

What homes are worth in Kalamazoo 49001

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

This home
$68K$329K

This home is worth more than 36% 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$137,565
CheaperTypical $169,462Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$106
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,203 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 437 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVineKalamazoo 49001Kalamazoo County
Estimated valuepricier than$137,56528% of homes36% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10663% of homes35% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²22% of homes60% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²34% of homes8% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than192589% of homes42% of homes14% of homes

About 437 Forest St

How much is 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI is $137,565 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $133,345 to $141,785. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI last sell?

437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI last sold on Nov 29, 2010 for $54,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI?

437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI built?

437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI was built in 1925, making it 101 years old.

What schools serve 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI?

437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI is assigned to Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts (middle), rated B-; Woods Lake Elementary School (elementary), 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 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI compare to other homes in Kalamazoo 49001?

Among the 6,792 homes in Kalamazoo 49001, it is worth more than 36% of them ($137,565 against a typical $169,462), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($106 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,203 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1925 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of Kalamazoo County, it is worth more than 11% 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 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 437 Forest St, Kalamazoo, MI was $1,427. The county assessed it at $63,600.

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