$171,610Average Value$181Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Former home of Kalamazoo’s Coney Island
In southwest Kalamazoo, the Oakwood neighborhood is the site of a former amusement park nicknamed "Kalamazoo's Coney Island." Oakwood Amusement Park was the pride of the area, featuring attractions like a roller rink, merry-go-round, and roller coaster before it was pushed into Lake Henry after the park shut down amid the arrival of the car and declining popularity. Today, that area is Woods Lake Park, a popular natural retreat for locals to unwind.
Oakwood is a small neighborhood located in the southern Kalamazoo region.
Oakwood is a blue-color neighborhood with a mix of older couples and young families.
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Take the Metro bus to get around the city
Oakwood offers convenient transportation options for its residents. The Kalamazoo Metro bus system provides regular service throughout the neighborhood and other parts of the city. The neighborhood's proximity to Interstate 94 eases commutes, and the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport is only five miles away. Additionally, bike lanes and ride-sharing options further enhance local connectivity. For healthcare needs, Bronson Methodist Hospital is approximately 3.4 miles away.
Home prices make Oakwood appealing to first-time buyers
Oakwood provides diverse and affordable housing options, featuring modest single-family homes, larger fixer-upper investment opportunities, and rental properties. "Lovely little cottage-style homes, first-time homebuyers, small families... you've got access to all of the food and in-between restaurants and grocery stores you could want," says Realtor Allen Wheeler of the Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center team. The median home price in Oakwood is around $165,000, offering accessible options for first-time homebuyers and families. Cape Cods typically start around $109,000 and feature driveways and garages. Bungalows start at $75,000, with fenced backyards available around $125,000. Minimal Traditional homes cost approximately $128,000, with some priced between $150,000 and $202,000. Ranch homes range from $105,000 to $165,000, while modern condominiums are priced around $340,000.
Dutch Calonials, bungalows, and Gablefront homes highlight the traditional homes of Oakwood.
Housing in Oakwood has a range of older, traditional styles to choose from.
A perfect ranch home to raise a family in, located in Oakwood.
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Oakwood Plaza is a shopping hub full of local businesses
Oakwood Plaza, the neighborhood's commercial hub, hosts a variety of locally owned businesses. Notable establishments include Initial Attraction, a gift shop specializing in personalized items, and Bookbug, an independent bookstore.
Locals can grab a bite to eat at Fletcher's Pub, which serves a menu of sandwiches, burgers, pork chops, and pot roast. They also offer drinks like mango jalapeno margaritas and blueberry gin cucumber spritzers. Schultz Treat Street sells gourmet hot dogs, sandwiches like pesto mozzarella or grilled mac, and ice cream, including cones, shakes, malts, and sundaes. Residents can shop for groceries at D&W Fresh Market. "Another awesome thing about being in the Oakwood neighborhood is that you are within walking distance to so many different things... not only making it convenient but encouraging a healthy lifestyle as well," Wheeler says.
Starting in March 2024, the city of Kalamazoo has urged residents to continue to support local businesses amid road construction along Whites Avenue near Oakwood Plaza to reduce it from four lanes to three to maintain traffic flow and decrease accidents, adding bike lanes, and repairing and improving sidewalks.
Oakwood Plaza is a large shopping center located just outside of the Oakwood neighborhood.
Located in Sawall Health Foods market is Cafe 36, a farm to table restaurant near Oakwood.
This is a Bood Store and Bookbug is an independent bookstore located in the Oakwood Plaza.
Oakwood Plaza is the center of Oakwood neighborhood retail, with several stores and retaurants.
Fletcher's Pub is a neighborhood pub located in the Oakwood Plaza.
Schultz Treat Street serves favorites like hot dogs and ice cream near Oakwood.
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Go kayaking at Woods Lake Park
Woods Lake Park, the former site of an early 1900s amusement park, features a sandy beach, picnic pavilions, and scenic walking paths, offering a peaceful escape for nature lovers. In July, Kzoo Parks, the Kalamazoo River Watershed Council, and the Kalamazoo Nature Center host an event for children to learn kayaking on the lake. Children play on the playground at Springmont Tot Lot.
Nearby Kleinstuck Preserve, a nature reserve managed by Western Michigan University, is a place where locals can take scenic walks surrounded by wildflowers and several types of birds.
Woods Park, located near Oakwood, offers a sandy beach, perfect for hot summer days.
You can bring your boat or kayak to Woods Lake, located near Oakwood.
Kleinstuck Preseve has walking baths and trails to enjoy near Oakwood..
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Students can take drama lessons at Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts
Students in Oakwood can attend Winchell Elementary School, which has an A- rating on Niche. Middle school students can attend Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts, with a B rating on Niche. The school offers specialized programs in music and drama. Older students can attend Loy Norrix High School, rated B-plus on Niche. Parents can also send their children to Kalamazoo Christian School, a private option that teaches pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, which has yet to be rated.
Nearby is Western Michigan University, a popular public college in Kalamazoo.
Winchell Elementary School has earned an outstanding A- rating on Niche.com.
The Maple Street Magnet School is a public arts middle school located in Kalamazoo.
Loy Norrix High School is one of two High Schools located in Kalamazoo.
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The Oakwood Neighborhood Center provides space and programs for the Oakwood community.
Oakwood Neighborhood Association offers programs for the community
The Oakwood Neighborhood Association organizes programs that bring residents together, such as the Summer Youth Art Program, which enriches local youths with art and music activities. The neighborhood center hosts a weekly senior drop-in program and after-school tutoring sessions, offering support for all ages.
Occasional tornadoes in Kalamazoo
Oakwood's CAP Index crime score is three, which is less than the national average of four. The area is also susceptible to occasional tornadoes in the spring.
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Parks in this Area
Kleinstuck Preserve
Crane Park
Knollwood Park
Woods Lake Park
Harbors West Park
Springmont Tot Lot
Transit
Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International
15 min drive
Bus
Parkview & Barnard
Bus
Oakland & Benton
Bus
Oakland & Logan
Bus
Parkview & Wood
Bus
Oakland & Stevens
Bus
Parkview & Laird
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Oakwood
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oakwood, Kalamazoo sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Oakwood, Kalamazoo over the last 12 months is $171,583, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
BACK ON MARKET due to buyer's financial situation changing prior to close. Updated 2 bedroom 1 bath home in highly coveted Oakwood Neighborhood. Master bedroom is huge and features a spacious closet and statement fireplace. The living room has cathedral ceilings and a large picture window. Updated bath and kitchen. Brand New stove with transferrable manufacture warranty and refrigerator has 18
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,409
Median Age
37
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,155
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,900
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93%
College Graduates
26.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8%
% Population in Labor Force
78.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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