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Historic Neighborhood near Kalamazoo College
West Main Hill in Kalamazoo, Michigan, boasts a rich history and distinctive architecture. Once farmland in the 1850s, it transformed into a prominent residential area with the introduction of horse trams in 1888. Today, West Main Hill features various architectural styles from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, such as Colonial Revival, Queen Anne Victorian, and Tudor Revival homes. The neighborhood's tree-lined streets, large yards, and well-maintained sidewalks create a walkable environment.
Colonials, Tudor Revivals, and Georgians are common in the West Main Hill neighborhood.
West Main Hill is located near WMU and K-College, the two main colleges in Kalamazoo.
A large Queen Anne Victorian welcomes visitors to West Main Hill.
A stately Georgian-style home awaits its owner in West Main Hill.
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Community gardens and green space
Jones Park, in the neighborhood, has a large grassy field. There's a small flower garden in Academy Green, and Henderson Park has a community garden space. Young children can play at the Henderson Tot Lot, and older residents visit the basketball and pickleball courts.
Downtown's Bronson Park is a green oasis for Kalamazoo residents, near West Main Hill.
LaCrone Park is a city park located in Northside, with a large splash pad, near West Main Hill.
Lovell Street Park is a small park located in West Main Hill with a path running from WMU.
Neighborhood kids, near West Main Hill, enjoy the skatepark at Davis Street Park.
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Eateries near Kalamazoo College and WMU
West Main Hill’s proximity to Kalamazoo College and Western Michigan University shapes its shopping and dining scene. Waldo’s Campus Tavern, a staple for college students, offers traditional bar food including burgers and weekly bar specials like Honky Tonk Tuesdays. University Roadhouse is known for its diverse menu, featuring entrees such as mango coconut curry chicken, pot roast, and fish house tacos. For a quick bite, chain restaurants like Jimmy John’s are nearby. Other notable dining options include Cosmo’s Cucina, a neighborhood favorite since 1992, known for dishes like smoked salmon pasta, Cubano pork sandwich, and Peruvian chicken. Locals go to O’Duffy’s Pub for drinks. Residents shop for groceries at South Westnedge Market and Park Street Market. For additional shopping and entertainment, the North Kalamazoo Mall and Kalamazoo Valley Museum are just 1.5 miles away.
For college kids, the University Roadhouse is always a popular location in West Main Hill.
Waldo's Campus Tavern has been catering to WMU college students in West Main Hill since 1981.
O'Duffy's Pub is a Kalamazoo institution, located just minutes from West Main Hill.
Visitors look forward to their tasty meal at Cosmo's Cucina, located near West Main Hill.
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Neighborhood yard sales in West Main Hill
The West Main Hill Community Yard Sale brings neighbors together annually. In 2022, the neighborhood introduced its first "play street" on Peake Road and Circle Street, closing them off to vehicle traffic to provide a safe area for children to play, addressing residents' concerns about speeding and a lack of sidewalks in the area.
Most homes built in the 1920s
“West Main Hill is definitely more, older, larger homes,” says Realtor Ben Barber of Keller Williams Realty - Kalamazoo Market Center. “We see a lot of stuff built in the late 1800s, early 1900s in that area. There are some historic homes in that area. There is also Kalamazoo College in that area, so you see a lot of students that live there,” Barber says. Colonial Revival homes are priced between $485,000 and $595,000, while Queen Anne Victorian homes range from $532,000 to nearly $5 million. American Four Square homes start at $225,000, and Tudor Revival homes are around $249,900. Midcentury modern homes are priced at approximately $261,000, and Cape Cod homes are about $295,000. Prairie-style homes are around $420,000. The median home price is $447,000. The neighborhood's large yards, fences, and tree-lined streets enhance its appeal, although the market currently offers few homes for sale.
A large Queen Anne Victorian welcomes visitors to West Main Hill.
A stately Georgian-style home awaits its owner in West Main Hill.
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Take Interstate 94 to Detroit
West Main Hill sits near Interstate Highway 94, providing easy access to Detroit and Chicago. The neighborhood is 1.5 miles from downtown Kalamazoo and 5.6 miles from the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport. Residents can also ride the Kalamazoo Metro public bus around the city.
Kalamazoo Central High graduates get free ride to public colleges and universities
Woodward School for Technology & Research, a public elementary school, holds a C rating on Niche. Students typically progress to Linden Grove Middle School, which has a B rating, and then to Kalamazoo Central High School, which also has a B rating. Kalamazoo Central, the alma mater of New York Yankees Hall of Famer Derek Jeter, offers the Kalamazoo Promise, providing graduates with free tuition at any public college in Michigan. St. Augustine Cathedral School, a private institution, offers an A-plus-rated education from elementary through middle school. Kalamazoo College is a nearby private school.
Kalamazoo Central High School is one of two high schools in Kalamazoo.
Linden Grove Middle School is one of KPS's newer schools, located near West Main Hill.
Woodward School for Technology is an elementary school located near West Main Hill.
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Packaging plant contributing to high levels of gas in Kalamazoo air
A May 2023 report from the Michigan Department of Human Services confirmed hazardous air quality in parts of Kalamazoo. High levels of hydrogen sulfide gas were found around the Graphic Packaging International paper mill and the city’s wastewater treatment plant, posing long-term health risks to residents, especially children. The neighborhood has a CAP Crime Score of four.
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Parks in this Area
Dutton Street Park
La Crone Playground
Bronson Park
Knollwood Park
Upjohn Park
Kalamazoo River Valley Trail
Henderson Park
Academy Green
Jones Park
Transit
Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International
18 min drive
Bus
W. Main & Catherine
Bus
W. Main & Rr Tracks
Bus
W. Main & Thompson
Bus
W. Michigan & Sprague
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Main Hill
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Main Hill, Kalamazoo sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Main Hill, Kalamazoo over the last 12 months is $361,221, down 20% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Close to Kalamazoo College, Western Michigan University, and the city's vibrant downtown, this stately six-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features beautiful hardwood floors and 9-foot ceilings. Located in the highly sought-after West Main Hill area on Grand Avenue and built with solid turn-of-the-century craftsmanship, this historic home has a lovely back yard and a three-car garage. The owners recently
Designed by architect Forrest Van VolkenBerg, construction on this stately Dutch Colonial Revival style home was completed in 1911. This is the first time this home has been sold since 1945. The Craftsman style expressions of the period are distinguishable in the eyebrow window, bracketed eaves, pierced pier canopy covering the arched front entry and the enclosed 3 season porch. This iconic home
Private 3 BR, 3 bath nature retreat in the heart of historic West Main Hill Neighborhood. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home, located in desirable West Main Hill is just over a mile from downtown, but a world apart. Entering the spacious foyer you are drawn to the expansive 40 foot solarium/great room with its 16'ceilings and wall to wall thermal windows looking out to a private park-like setting
Welcome to The Lofts at Sprague, boasting an array of sleek finishes and thoughtful accents, this fully renovated apartment building is a paradigm of modern Kalamazoo living.Features of the building include three stories of newly renovated 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartments, private parking lot, and secured entry. Each apartment flows into a beautiful open-concept kitchen and living space. The
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath. Refrigerator & Stove included. All utilities included. Tenant responsible for snow removal. $895/month, $895 security deposit & $400 non-refundable cleaning fee. Please call Property Management Systems at 269-323-7771 for more information on this property.
Property Id: 1838392Newly renovated semi-studio/1 BR on 2nd floor just above laundry facility. Front door parking and walking distance to school, rec center and all games. Brand new kitchen, flooring, and full bath. 1 tenant per unit per zoning code.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,773
Median Age
25
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
5.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,470
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,212
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
61%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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