1517 James Street

Kalamazoo, MI
$ 158,900 Beds 3 Baths 2 Sq 1,496 Virtual Tour
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A brand new roof -- including shingles and underlayment (2024). new furnace and water heater (2025), Siding is in excellent condition! City water and sewer, copper plumbing, and a 1-car garage round it out. Refrigerator, range, microwave, washer, and dryer included. Classic 1906 Edison home blending original character with major recent updates. Inside you'll find original hardwood floors, generous living space across 3-4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, and a main-floor bedroom and full bath for easy single-level living. A large enclosed front porch adds year-round flex space, and a wood-burning fireplace anchors the living area. Set in the heart of Edison with quick access to downtown Kalamazoo and the highways, and eligible for the Kalamazoo Promise. Move-in ready with the major systems already handled -- just unpack.

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  • Price
  • $ 158,900
  • City
  • Kalamazoo
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • Kalamazoo
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.09 Acres
  • Zip
  • 49001
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,496
  • Year Built
  • 1906
  • Taxes
  • $ 2703
  • Style
  • Traditional
  • MLS#
  • 26032564
Listed By: Jonathan Hazeltine at Grand Rapids Real Estate Co. - 616-308-7946
Data Source: Michigan Regional Information Center (MICHRIC)

Features

General

Sewer Public
Heating Forced Air
Utilities Phone Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Cable Connected,High-Speed Internet
Possession Close Of Escrow
Roof Shingle
Appliances Dryer,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Garage Spaces 1
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1906
Stories Count 2
Township Kalamazoo City
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
County Kalamazoo
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name Edison
Garage Y/N true
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions Heading South on Portage Street from Downtown, turn left onto Egleston Ave then follow until you reach James St, House will be on the left hand side.
City Kalamazoo
High School District Kalamazoo
Zoning Description Res Improved
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 3920
Carport Y/N No
Listing Terms Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
Land Lease Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 2703
Home Warranty Y/N No
Lease Renewal Y/N No
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Rent Control Y/N No
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 40156
MobileHomeRemainsYN No
Legal Description 22494 REVISED PLAT OF HAYS PARK, LIBER 7 OF PLATS PAGE 15; THE NORTH 41.5FT OF LOT 461. THE NORTH 41.5FT OF LOT 462.
Senior Community None

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Ceiling Fan(s)
Basement Full
Flooring Tile,Wood
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N false
Laundry Features In Basement
Total Bedrooms 3
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Parking Features Detached
Lot Features Level
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 0.09
Spa No
Building Area Total 1496
Lot Dimensions 41.5ft x 99ft
Lot Size Acres 0.09
Road Surface Type Paved
Waterfront Y/N false
Crops Included Y/N No
Horse Y/N No
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Grandville, MI office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Price History

6/29/2026 Listed $162,900
9/23/2026 3% - $158,900

Property vs Zip Code Average in 49001

Price
AVG $180K
$160K
Taxes
AVG $2,792
$2,703
Year Built
AVG 1923
1906

1517 James Street Kalamazoo, MI is a Single Family Home for sale at $158900 with 1496 sqft and a lot size of 0.09 Acres Acre(s). 1517 James Street Kalamazoo has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1906. The property's zip code is 49001 which is in Kalamazoo, MI

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