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$392,259$226 / 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 92How 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 $360,000 on Aug 24, 2023

5181 N 8TH ST

KALAMAZOO, MI 49009
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,732 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.
1.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$392K
$363K low$422K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$360,000 · Aug 24, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,145 (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.$211,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$194,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$423,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.26 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1.71
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(6)

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
Alamo Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.2 mi
H
Otsego High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.5 mi
M
Otsego Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.5 mi

District: Otsego Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49009These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
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.45,429
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.445 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,809
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,908
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

5181 N 8th 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 more than 79% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Kalamazoo County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Kalamazoo County

What homes are worth in Kalamazoo 49009

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

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$121K$812K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Kalamazoo 49009.

How it measures up in Kalamazoo 49009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kalamazoo 49009.

Estimated value$392,259
CheaperTypical $351,894Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$226
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,732 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,854 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size1.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.67 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 5181 N 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKalamazoo 49009Kalamazoo County
Estimated valuepricier than$392,25961% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22671% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,732 ft²43% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.71 ac74% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198742% of homes70% of homes

About 5181 N 8th St

How much is 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI is $392,259 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $362,721 to $421,797. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI last sell?

5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI last sold on Aug 24, 2023 for $360,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI?

5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,732 square feet of living space and a 1.71-acre lot.

When was 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI built?

5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI?

5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI is assigned to Alamo Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Otsego High School (high), rated A; Otsego Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Otsego Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI compare to other homes in Kalamazoo 49009?

Among the 13,562 homes in Kalamazoo 49009, it is worth more than 61% of them ($392,259 against a typical $351,894), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($226 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,732 ft² against a typical 1,854 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (1.71 ac against a typical 0.67 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1987 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Kalamazoo County, it is worth more than 79% 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 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5181 N 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI was $6,145. The county assessed it at $211,900.

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