$297,689Average Value$154Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Older neighborhood rich in history
“Westnedge Hill is an older neighborhood in Kalamazoo,” says Realtor Ben Barner of Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center. “It features a mix of homes, including some larger ones, but most were built in the 1920s to 1940s. It's a very desirable and walkable area with a strong sense of community.” The neighborhood is adjacent to multiple parks with access to features for everyone from playgrounds for children to walking trails for adults and annual events. Westnedge Hill’s proximity to downtown Kalamazoo also enhances the allure, with access to shopping, dining and entertainment from art museums, galleries and concert venues.
The community of Westnedge Hill is a wonderful place to raise a family.
A mature canopy of trees shade the homes of Westnedge Hill.
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Diverse housing options with low inventory
Westnedge Hill’s housing options are diverse, although the inventory is very low with less than a months' worth of homes on the market. Condo units start at $65,000 for fixer-uppers, with more finished options around $289,000. Cottage-style homes are listed at $319,000. Cape Cod homes, abundant in the neighborhood, range from $100,000 to $338,000. Ranch-style homes are priced from $127,000 to $330,000. Bungalows are available around $150,000, while colonial-style homes, nestled among trees and gardens, range from $265,000 to $829,000. Contemporary homes, featuring large driveways and tree-lined surroundings, are priced between $247,000 and $470,000. Craftsman homes stand out at $949,000. The median home price is $277,500. The neighborhood has a CAP crime score of three.
The neighborhood of Westnedge Hill is a picturesque Kalamazoo community.
Westnedge Hill has manicured lawns and tree lined streets in Kalamazoo.
Colonial Revival and Tudor homes are some of the housing styles you will find in Westnedge Hill.
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Students at Loy Norrix High School can compete in ESports
Young children can attend Parkwood-Upjohn Elementary School, rated B by Niche. Milwood Magnet School, with a C rating, teaches grades six through eight. Loy Norrix High School, rated B-plus, offers an Esports Club, where students compete in online gaming with other schools in Michigan.
Parkwood-Upjohn Elementary School is an elementary school located in Westnedge Hill.
Milwood Magnet School holds an overall C rating on Niche.com.
Loy Norrix High School is one of two public high school in Kalamazoo.
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Take nature walks at Kleinstuck Preserve
Kleinstuck Preserve, owned by Western Michigan University, has wetlands and wooded areas where locals take walks and hikes. Dutton Park features a playground, walking trails, and a community-run public garden. Milham Park, with Portage Creek and its bridges, provides shaded walking paths and four playgrounds.
A father and his children hike the wooded trail at Kleinstuck Preserve in Westnedge Hill.
A family has a peaceful lunch in Milham Park near Westnedge Hill.
Kleinstuck Preserve is a green oasis located amongst suburban neighborhoods like Westnedge Hill.
Milham Park is a large Kalamazoo Park with many amenities, located near Westnedge Hill.
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Grab Korean BBQ at Namsan
Residents enjoy a variety of shopping and dining options that cater to diverse tastes. The nearby North Kalamazoo Mall is an outdoor shopping destination filled with local stores and restaurants. Colors and Cocktails, an interactive paint studio, allows patrons to enjoy cocktails while taking painting classes. Great Lakes Thrift Co., Kalamazoo Fashion House, and Lana’s Fashion Boutique offer clothing options. The Spirit of Kalamazoo sells ice cream, sportswear, and trinkets. For dining, Namsan Korean features Korean Hot Pot and BBQ, while Rugger's Up & Under, a longstanding bar, serves wings, nacho platters, wraps, and burgers. Locals can grocery shop at D&W Fresh Market.
Nansam Korean Restaurant serves Korean favorites and BBQ in the Westnedge Hill neighborhood.
Located on the Kalamazoo Mall, Colors & Cocktails, offers art classes near Westnedge Hill.
Located near Westnedge Hill is D&W Fresh Market, a Michigan grocery chain.
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Easy access to Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport
The Kalamazoo Metro public bus system provides convenient access throughout the city. Proximity to major highways, including US Highway 131 and Interstate Highway 94, ensures easy commutes. The neighborhood is only 2.3 miles from Downtown Kalamazoo and 3.7 miles from Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport, making travel convenient and accessible.
Halloween Forest transforms Milham Park
The annual Halloween Forest at Milham Park transforms the park into a fall-themed wonderland, featuring games like pin the spider, “boo”loon bounce, and witches brew. Inflatable games, including a corn maze, axe throwing, a barnyard kidzone, and bobbing for apples, add to the festive atmosphere.
The First Congregational Church offers free childcare five times a week for low-income families through the Kalamazoo Drop-In Child Care Center. The church also partnered with The Children's Nature Playscape on Bronson Park to transform a reclaimed green space into a nature park for kids.
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Parks in this Area
Kleinstuck Preserve
Dutton Street Park
Milham Park
Crane Park
Woods Lake Park
Upjohn Park
Kalamazoo River Valley Trail
Davis Street Park
Transit
Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International
14 min drive
Bus
Maple & Crosstown
Bus
Westnedge & Inkster (Nw Corner)
Bus
S. Burdick & Millview
Bus
Hudson & Maple
Bus
Westnedge & Maple (Nw Corner)
Bus
Westnedge & Montrose Ave (Sw Corner)
Bus
S. Burdick & Ridgewood
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Westnedge Hill
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westnedge Hill, Kalamazoo sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Westnedge Hill, Kalamazoo over the last 12 months is $280,413, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This charming brick home features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. The spacious, light-filled living room boasts an updated gas fireplace and flows into the dining area and kitchen with SS appliances and pantry. Step outside to a large composite deck with a Canopy, overlooking a private, fenced yard, and wired for a hot tub. Landscaped and raised garden beds as well. Upstairs are 3 good-sized bedrooms
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,304
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$79,657
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,749
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
62.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73%
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®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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