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A vibrant college town in west Kalamazoo
Knollwood is a vibrant neighborhood in west Kalamazoo, adjacent to Western Michigan University. Just 3.5 miles from downtown Kalamazoo, the area is known for its high concentration of college students and numerous multifamily houses. This lively area offers residents easy access to schools in the Kalamazoo Public School District, as well as parks, college sports venues, and several bars and restaurants, making it a quintessential college town with a unique blend of history, culture, and modern amenities.
Knollwood is located to all of the amenities of downtown Kalamazoo.
Anchoring Knollwood is Western Michigan University, a state public university.
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Grab a beer at The Old Goat Tavern
The bustling commercial corridor along West Michigan Avenue offers a variety of shopping and dining options. Local favorites include Two Fellas Grill for sandwich wraps and Middle Eastern Appetite, popular for its Arabic Chicken Shawarma Plate and marinated chicken shish kebab. Residents can shop for essentials at CVS or explore fashion at Kzoo Fashion, a sneaker store, or Citi Trends. Grocery shopping is convenient with Trader Joe's and Harding's Market nearby. For nightlife, The Old Goat Tavern offers a wide selection of Michigan microbrews and traditional bar food, while The Library Kitchen and Taphouse is a popular spot among students for its daily drink specials.
The Old Goat Tavern is a bar located near the WMU campus in Knollwood.
Located in Knollwood, Middle Eastern Appetite serves delicious Mediterranean cuisine.
Two Fellas Grill serves a variety of delicious wraps in Knollwood.
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Play a game of disc golf at Knollwood Park
Knollwood Park is a central recreational space featuring an 18-hole disc golf course, playground, and large open field perfect for kicking a soccer ball or tossing a football.
A WMU student studies the disc golf course at Knollwood Park for his next move.
A man practices for his next disc golf tournament in Knollwood Park.
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Multifamily housing options
"There is a section of Knollwood where people are using them as rental homes. Student homes, student housing," says Realtor Suzanne Sloan of Five Star Real Estate. Condos with community amenities like pools and tennis courts start at $115,000 in the neighborhood, while Colonial-style homes begin at $220,000. There are many newly constructed townhomes with three bedrooms and two-car garages priced around $400,000. Duplex homes cost approximately $570,000. Minimal traditional-style homes start at $150,000, and contemporary multifamily homes are available for $302,000. Larger multifamily houses can exceed $1 million. The median price of homes is $111,250. Despite the different housing styles, inventory in Knollwood is low, similar to Kalamazoo overall, says Sloan. "We haven't seen that stereotypical balanced market of six months of inventory. I've been in business for 17 years, other than during the recession. We haven't had six months of inventory," Sloan says.
A multifamily complex located in the Knollwood neighborhood.
A row of newer townhouses is located in the Knollwood neighborhood.
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Loy Norrix High upper-class students participate in the Career Launch Kalamazoo program
Students can attend Woodward School for Technology and Research for pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, which has a C rating from Niche. For grades six through grade eight, students can go to Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts educates students which has a B rating from Niche. Students can then attend Loy Norrix High School, rated B-plus. The Career Launch Kalamazoo program allows high school juniors and seniors to gain paid on-the-job training, industry certifications, and college credit, preparing them for future careers. Private school options include Heritage Christian Academy, which teaches pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and has a B-plus Niche rating.
Many students attend Western Michigan University after graduation. The school offers popular majors, including interdisciplinary studies, finance, accounting, marketing, and nursing.
Loy Norrix High School is one of two High Schools located in Kalamazoo.
The Maple Street Magnet School is a public arts middle school located in Kalamazoo.
Woodward School of Technology is a Kalamazoo Public school near Knollwood.
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Just 3.5 miles from downtown
Knollwood is well-connected, with easy access to Interstate Highway 94 and US Route 131. The neighborhood is just a 3.5-mile drive to downtown Kalamazoo. The Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport is about eight miles away, making air travel convenient. The Kalamazoo Metro public bus service ensures reliable transportation within the neighborhood and to other parts of the city. The neighborhood's proximity to WMU makes it walkable.
Anchoring Knollwood is Western Michigan University, a state public university.
Knollwood is located to all of the amenities of downtown Kalamazoo.
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The Broncos are always fun to watch at Waldo Stadium near Knollwood.
Community Spirit through WMU Broncos Athletics
College game days, especially Western Michigan men's hockey games at Lawson Ice Arena and football games at Waldo Stadium, are major events that bring the community together.
Adapting to climate change
Similar to Kalamazoo overall, Knollwood experiences cold winters marked by heavy snowfall. In recent years Kalamazoo has had climate changes, including more heavy rainstorms and high heat temperatures. Local government have prioritized initiatives that focus on sustainability and protecting natural resources including recycling programs.
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On average, homes in Knollwood, Kalamazoo sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Knollwood, Kalamazoo over the last 12 months is $114,850, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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