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Central location and caring neighbors
While the Eastside neighborhood of Kalamazoo is often overlooked, long-term residents, community advocates and investors see its potential. “It’s underrated by a lot of people because there used to be a dump there that was contaminated and had an odor, but the dump no is no longer used. It’s been sealed up, and the odor is no longer prevalent,” says C David Howard, a Realtor and franchise broker at Century 21.
Situated just west of downtown Kalamazoo on Gull Road, Eastside offers easy access to shopping, dining and two major hospitals. “It’s very affordable, and the location is excellent,” says Howard. “You can get just about anywhere in the county within a 20-minute drive.”
A strong community spirit pairs well with relatively low home prices and a convenient location. Kalamazoo Eastside Neighborhood Association is committed to improving the quality of life in the area through community outreach efforts – from sharing resources to hosting events.
The Eastside neighborhood of Kalamazoo is located near many retail and restaruant options.
Downtown Kalamazoo is a great resource for Eastside residents.
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Getting around using Gull, Main and more
Commuting is made easy with several main roads running through Eastside, including Gull, Main, East Michigan and Riverview Drive. Bus Route 9 runs along Gull Road, and Route 5 runs along Main, so public transit is within walking distance for most residents. Interstate 94 is about 5 miles south of the neighborhood, and Highway 131 is about 6 miles west. The easiest way to drive into downtown Kalamazoo from Eastside would be to take Gull, Main or Michigan.
Shopping and dining in every direction
Eastside is at the center of shopping options. Residents head east on Gull to grab essentials from Walmart and groceries from Meijer and Aldi. On the neighborhood’s west side, restaurants like Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken and Fish Express line Riverview Drive. Downtown Kalamazoo is just across the Kalamazoo River and can be reached in 5 minutes by car. There, residents enjoy the Kalamazoo Valley Museum and shop at unique vintage stores like The Heritage Company Architectural Salvage & Supply. Some of the city’s most popular diners are also downtown including Hopcat, a Michigan chain known for its fries and extensive beer list.
Eastside residents can enjoy fast-food favoriets like Lee's Famous Recipe chicken.
Eastside is located near downtown where you can enjoy restaurants such as Hopcat.
For fast Eastside grocery trips, Harding's Market is a local favorite.
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Long-standing Eastside homes
No two houses in Eastside are identical. There's an eclectic mix of ranch, Dutch colonial, bungalow, four-square and saltbox home styles, all boasting unique characteristics. Some houses were built as early as 1885 and some as late as 2000 – but most were built in the 1940s and '50s. On average, houses are about 1,400 square feet. Prices depend on the size, year built and level of renovations done but can range from $65,000 to $200,000.
“It’s quality housing at an affordable price,” says Will Howson, a broker with United Country Real Estate who also owns rental properties in the area. “They’re not huge or tiny, and that seems to be what people are liking. As home prices have increased people are latching on to this neighborhood.”
Eastside residents take a lot of pride in their neighborhood.
Eastside includes a variety of styles, including bungalow homes.
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Kalamazoo Public Schools
Nearby public schools include Northeastern Elementary School, which has a C rating on Niche and serves kindergarten through fifth-grade students. Maple Street Magnet School is a popular next step for sixth through eighth grade. The middle school is about 4 miles west of the neighborhood and has a B rating. Kalamazoo Central High School also has a B rating and is about 7 miles west. The high school was the first public high school in Michigan and is ranked the seventh-best high school in the state.
Northeastern Elementary School is a public school in the Kalamazoo Public School system.
The Maple Street Magnet School is a public arts middle school located in Kalamazoo.
Kalamazoo Central High School has earned a B- from the Niche.com website.
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Events hosted by KENA
Kalamazoo Eastside Neighborhood Association hosts year-round events for residents of all ages. Their annual Spirit of Family event is a community favorite with food, games and giveaways. They also do diaper drives throughout the year and share information about free, family-friendly activities in the city.
The Eastside Neighborhood Association offers needed services for the community.
Eastside includes several smaller neighborhood restaurants dotted throughout.
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Sherwood Park and Mayor’s Riverfront Park
The playscape at Sherwood Park is the go-to to let kids burn off steam. Situated on the corner of Wallace and Charles, the playground is within walking distance for many. Mayor’s Riverfront Park is just across the Kalamazoo River and offers 64 acres of recreation. The hiking trail, which runs 35 miles along the Kalamazoo River, is a nature escape at the heart of a bustling location. The park is also home to the Kalamazoo Growlers Baseball stadium and a playground. Red Arrow Golf Course is a small, par 29 course adjacent to Mayor’s Riverfront Park that offers public access.
Sherwood Park includes a playground and green space to be enjoyed by Eastside residents.
Eastside is not far from Mayors' Riverfront Park, with a playground and other amenities.
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Noise concerns and traffic jams
Eastside is located directly between Ascension Borgess Hospital and Bronson Methodist Hospital. While the hospitals are major employers, and residents find solace in having easy access to both, there’s plenty of noise pollution from emergency vehicles throughout the day. There’s also a railroad track that runs along Michigan and crosses Riverview Drive, which creates more noise for residents who live on either. The train also causes small traffic jams throughout the day.
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Parks in this Area
Mayors Riverfront Park
Verburg Park
Sherwood Park
Rockwell Park
Transit
Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International
17 min drive
Bus
E. Michigan & Engleman
Bus
Michigan & Engleman
Bus
East Main Street & Tremble Avenue
Bus
E. Main & Trimble
Bus
Riverview & Sherwood
Bus
E. Main & Southworth
Bus
East Main & Sherwood
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Eastside
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Eastside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eastside, Kalamazoo sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Eastside, Kalamazoo over the last 12 months is $143,500, up 33% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,580
Median Age
30
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,095
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,274
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.7%
College Graduates
6.9%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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