Why Live in Southside
Southside in Kalamazoo has transitioned from its industrial roots to become a lively residential neighborhood that’s popular with young families and first-time buyers. The area features a wide range of updated older homes, including Colonial Revival, Folk Victorian, Cape Cod, Craftsman, and Dutch Colonial styles. Colonial Revival homes sell for $312,500 to $410,000, Folk Victorians from $325,000 to $475,000, Cape Cod and Craftsman homes at about $290,000, and Dutch Colonials from $230,000 to $285,000.
Locals shop at Midtown Fresh Market and have dining options like Nagle’s Top Dog & Malt Shoppe, Nonla Burger, Happy’s Pizza, and Green Top Tavern. North Kalamazoo Mall, less than two miles away, adds more retail options, including Lana’s Boutique and Great Lake Thrift Co. Southside offers Crane Park with its tennis courts and hilltop views, Kleinstuck Preserve for nature walks, and Southside Park with new play structures and basketball courts. The neighborhood regularly participates in citywide events like the Do-Dah Parade and the Kalamazoo County Youth Fair and Family Festival.
Interstate 94 offers convenient travel to Chicago and Detroit, and the Kalamazoo Metro bus system connects the neighborhood with downtown. The Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport, just three miles away, gives residents easy access for longer trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southside a good place to live?
Southside is a good place to live. Southside is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable. Southside is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Southside has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.5 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $90,002 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 45.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Southside are home owners, with 35.5% of residents renting and 64.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Southside can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Southside neighborhood guide.
Is Southside, MI a safe neighborhood?
Southside, MI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Southside?
The median home price in Southside is $105,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $21,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $510 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $22K a year to afford the median home price in Southside. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Southside is $90K.
What are the best public schools in Southside?
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What are the best private schools in Southside?
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Are home prices dropping in Southside?
Yes, home prices in Southside are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Southside, MI
On average, homes in Southside, Kalamazoo sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Southside, Kalamazoo over the last 12 months is $90,000, down 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$90,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$90,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$351,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$92
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$105,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-29%