$145,000
PENDING

1421 Olmstead Rd Kalamazoo, MI 49048

Estimated payment $907/month

Total Views 835
2 Beds
1 Bath
928 Sq Ft
$156 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Screened Porch
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garden

About This Home

Set on an acre, this property offers more than just a home, it's a lifestyle. Enjoy the serene beauty of Davis Creek right in your own backyard. For those who love homesteading, you'll appreciate the raised garden beds, wild raspberries, and grapevines. Built as an innovative solution to the post-war housing shortage, this steel-constructed Lustron home blends timeless mid-century design with modern comfort & low-maintenance living. Its durable steel build, creekside setting, and history-packed charm make it truly one of a kind. Inside, you'll find 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a bright and airy living area, built-in cabinetry, & classic pocket doors. Home retains its mid-century appeal. With a garage & extra storage space/barn, this property is as functional as it is charming. This is your chance to own a true piece of America where history, charm, & modern living come together!

Listing Agent

Kimberly Anderson

Five Star Real Estate Brokerage Email: kim@fivestarleaders.com License #6506047849 Listed on: 09/11/2025

Five Star Real Estate

Co-Listing Agent

Heather Knapper

Five Star Real Estate, Battle Creek Brokerage Email: kim@fivestarleaders.com

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,653

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 1.04 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 97.94x462.58
  • Private Waterfront
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 928 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Screened Porch
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Screened Patio

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,653

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Attribution Contact: kim@fivestarleaders.com
  • Location Property Info:Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Info:New Construction2: No
  • General Property Info:Lot Dimensions: 97.94x462.58
  • General Property Info:Waterfront3: No
  • General Property Info:Basement: No
  • General Property Info:Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 928.0
  • General Property Info:Main Level Primary: Yes
  • Tax Info:Annual Property Tax: 1653.42
  • Waterfront Options:Water Access YN: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Heat Source:Natural Gas3: Yes
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Fireplace: No
  • Heat Type:Hot Water: Yes
  • Heat Type:Radiant: Yes
  • Substructure:Slab: Yes
  • Water Heater:Tankless: Yes
  • Landscape:Garden Area: Yes
  • General Property Info:SqFt Above Grade: 928.0
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup: Yes
  • General Property Info Garage YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style:Ranch: Yes
  • Fencing:Fenced Back: Yes
  • Fencing:Chain Link: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Other
  • Fireplace: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Slab
  • LivingArea: 928.0
  • General Property Info:Stories2: 1.0
  • Appliances Range: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Exterior Features: Scrn Porch
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Chain Link
  • List Price: 145000.0
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Porch(es), Screened
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Other
  • Waterfront Features: Stream/Creek
  • Waterfront: No
  • Access Feat:Accessibility Features2: No
  • Exterior Features:Scrn Porch: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch(es): Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Screened: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Parking Features:Detached2: Yes
  • General Property Info:Garage Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiant
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Association/Amenities

  • Water Fea Amenities:Private Frontage: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 1.04
  • Lot Size Area: 1.04
  • Lot Dimensions: 97.94x462.58
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 45302.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1653.42
  • Tax Year: 2025

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,644 $35,000 $0 $0
2024 $311 $31,100 $0 $0
2023 $296 $27,600 $0 $0
2022 $1,557 $27,400 $0 $0
2021 $1,659 $25,400 $0 $0
2020 $1,633 $23,800 $0 $0
2019 $1,573 $22,300 $0 $0
2018 $1,534 $22,000 $0 $0
2017 $0 $22,000 $0 $0
2016 -- $22,100 $0 $0
2015 -- $21,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $20,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/13/2025 09/13/25 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $145,000 +31.8% $156 / Sq Ft
12/20/2021 12/20/21 Sold $110,000 0.0% $119 / Sq Ft
11/13/2021 11/13/21 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2021 11/04/21 For Sale $110,000 -- $119 / Sq Ft
Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $110,000 Star Title
Warranty Deed $52,900 Pinnacle Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $25,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Source: Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25046668

Southwestern Michigan Association of REALTORS®

APN: 06-24-460-130