SOLD OCT 9, 2025

Off Market Oct 2025 for $135K

$156,620

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $892/mo

•

928

sq ft

1421 Olmstead Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

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!

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

1.04 acresLot Size

$169Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Kim Anderson, Associate Broker Anderson • Five Star Real Estate

Listed by Heather Knapper • Five Star Real Estate, Battle Creek

Contact: kim@fivestarleaders.com

Bought with Chris Jenkins • Five Star Real Estate

Bought with Kerry Keefer Fischer

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•Source:SW Michigan MLS #25046668

Redfin Estimate

$156,620

$22K since sold in October 2025$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 1.4% lower than the average sale price ($159K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 3, 2026
$165,000
A
3 beds1 bath864 sq ft
2211 Roseland Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$172,000
B
3 beds1 bath864 sq ft
2207 Homecrest Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
SOLD MAR 23, 2026
$144,001
C
3 beds1 bath912 sq ft
3233 Greenfield Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$162,000
D
2 beds1 bath768 sq ft
3315 Brookfield Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048 6810
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$145,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,353 sq ft
1118 Willis Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
SOLD DEC 29, 2025
$164,900
F
2 beds1 bath830 sq ft
1014 Foster Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

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$1,055/mo

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Market trends in 49048, MI

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.2%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$202K

$55 MoM

Avg. days on market

12d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

17 MoM

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Sale history for 1421 Olmstead Rd

Date

Event

Price

SW Michigan MLS #25046668

Oct 9, 2025

Sold

$135,000

$145/sq ft

Sep 13, 2025

Pending

—

Sep 11, 2025

Listed

$145,000

$156/sq ft

MiRealSource-MiMLS #70493311

Oct 9, 2025

Sold

$135,000

$145/sq ft

Oct 9, 2025

Sold

$135,000

$145/sq ft

Sep 13, 2025

Pending

—

Sep 11, 2025

Listed

$145,000

$156/sq ft

Sep 11, 2025

Listed

$145,000

$156/sq ft

REALCOMP #66025046668

Oct 9, 2025

Sold

$135,000

$145/sq ft

Sep 13, 2025

Pending

—

Sep 11, 2025

Listed

$145,000

$156/sq ft

SW Michigan MLS #21113801

Dec 20, 2021

Sold

$110,000

$119/sq ft

Nov 13, 2021

Pending

—

Nov 4, 2021

Listed

$110,000

$119/sq ft

Greater Lansing AoR #70237021

Dec 20, 2021

Sold

$110,000

$119/sq ft

Nov 4, 2021

Listed

$110,000

$119/sq ft

Nov 4, 2021

Listed

$110,000

$119/sq ft

REALCOMP #66021113801

Dec 20, 2021

Sold

$110,000

$119/sq ft

Nov 13, 2021

Pending

—

Nov 4, 2021

Listed

$110,000

$119/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 5, 2005

Sold

$52,900

$57/sq ft

SW Michigan MLS #2501368

Jul 26, 2005

Sold

$52,900

$57/sq ft

Jan 10, 2005

Listed

$59,000

$64/sq ft

REALCOMP #66002501368

Jul 26, 2005

Sold

$52,900

$57/sq ft

Jan 10, 2005

Listed

$59,000

$64/sq ft

SW Michigan MLS #9148449

Jul 1, 1991

Sold

$35,000

$38/sq ft

Mar 21, 1991

Listed

$37,900

$41/sq ft

Tax history for 1421 Olmstead Rd

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.04 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

928

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Kalamazoo County

APN

06-24-460-130

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.

R-2

Single and Two-Family Residential District

The intent of the R-2, Single and Two-Family Residential District is to provide neighborhoods consisting of two-family dwellings and single-family dwellings on smaller lots than permitted in the R-1 district. It is intended that new development be consistent with the established or desired form of the area. The R-2, district is intended to accommodate associated uses and facilities e.g., cultural, religious, education, governmental that serve residents of the district. It is further the intent of this district to prohibit or restrict land uses that would interfere with the development or maintenance of neighborhoods; generate traffic on local roads in excess of typical residential traffic; or, create public service costs and requirements in excess of the cost and requirements for a typical R-2 residential development. Preservation of open space, protection of flood prone areas, protection of wooded areas, and preservation of natural features is encouraged.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Fire house
Library
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached

Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
No Attached Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Radiant

Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 5
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Room Information
Basement: Slab

Exterior

Building Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
Building Area Total: 928
Construction Materials: Other

Exterior Features
Year Built: 1955

Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.04
Lot Size Area: 1.04
Lot Size Units: Acres

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Public
Living Area: 928.0

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,653.42
Tax Assessed Value: $29,878

Utilities

Other Utilities Information
Tankless Water Heater

Location

School Information
High School District: Kalamazoo

Location Information
Directions: Lake street to Olmstead, right to property on left.

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 928
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.04 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Kalamazoo County
APN: 06-24-460-130

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Edison Academy

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi

4/10

Milwood Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

6/10

Loy Norrix High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in June and 2.6 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$149,000 – $181,000

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Home values near 1421 Olmstead Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1442 Olmstead Road, Kalamazoo, MI 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1144 Sq. Ft.	$164,887
1434 Olmstead Road, Kalamazoo, MI 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1158 Sq. Ft.	$107,181

Address	Redfin Estimate
1329 Olmstead Road, Kalamazoo, MI 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 640 Sq. Ft.	$111,281
1424 Olmstead Road, Kalamazoo, MI 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 900 Sq. Ft.	$149,296

Address	Redfin Estimate
1419 Olmstead Road, Kalamazoo, MI 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1113 Sq. Ft.	$164,368
1408 Olmstead Road, Kalamazoo, MI 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1460 Sq. Ft.	$130,813

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