If it is character and charm you are looking for, look no further than this cute Cape Cod on over ½ acre located near many city conveniences. You will love the cozy wood burning fireplace, beautiful woodwork, newer floors and updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Upstairs there is a quaint book nook area, 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom and ample storage space. The home has many additional updates such as new porch windows, roof shingles, gutters, foam insulation, outdoor shed and lean-to and asphalt driveway. The spacious and private yard is outlined by many mature trees you can enjoy from the expansive deck.
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
0.65 acresLot Size
$171Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kelli Scheffers• Inspired Living Real Estate
Listed by Tamara Koning• Inspired Living Real Estate
Bought with Team Leader Knapp/Knight Team Knight-Major• RE/MAX Advantage
If it is character and charm you are looking for, look no further than this cute Cape Cod on over 1/2 acre located near many city conveniences. You will love the cozy wood burning fireplace, beautiful woodwork, newer floors and updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Upstairs there is a quaint book nook area, 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom and ample storage space. The home has many additional updates such as new porch windows, roof shingles, gutters, foam insulation, outdoor shed and lean-to and asphalt driveway. The spacious and private yard is outlined by many mature trees you can enjoy from the expansive deck.
SW Michigan MLS #9142340
Sep 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jul 12, 1990
Listed
$69,900
$41/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #2547616
Jan 13, 2006
Sold
$135,000
$78/sq ft
Nov 3, 2005
Listed
$129,900
$75/sq ft
REALCOMP #66002547616
Jan 13, 2006
Sold
$135,000
$78/sq ft
Nov 3, 2005
Listed
$129,900
$75/sq ft
SW Michigan MLS #9149942
Apr 30, 1992
Sold
$53,000
$31/sq ft
May 6, 1991
Listed
$57,000
$33/sq ft
REALCOMP #66009149942
Apr 30, 1992
Sold
$53,000
$31/sq ft
May 6, 1991
Listed
$57,000
$33/sq ft
REALCOMP #66009142340
Sep 12, 1990
Listing Removed
—
Jul 12, 1990
Listed
$69,900
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,646 (+3.0%)
2024
$4,511 (+4.8%)
2023
$4,305 (+5.2%)
2022
$4,091 (+3.4%)
2021
$3,956 (+2.1%)
2020
$3,874 (+4.9%)
2019
$3,693
Tax history for 1810 N Drake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,646 (+3.0%)
2024
$4,511 (+4.8%)
2023
$4,305 (+5.2%)
2022
$4,091 (+3.4%)
2021
$3,956 (+2.1%)
2020
$3,874 (+4.9%)
2019
$3,693
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
150 ft.
Lot depth
63 ft.
Lot size
0.65 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,698
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kalamazoo County
APN
06-07-310-001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
RS5
Residential Single-Dwelling District
The primary purpose of the RS districts is to accommodate the development of single dwelling units on individual lots. The districts are intended to create, maintain and promote primarily owner-occupied housing, although they do permit nonresidential uses that are compatible with residential neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Office
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Laminate Floor, Water Softener/Owned
# of Rooms Total: 7
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher
Has Fireplace
Window Features: Replacement
Room Information
Basement: Full
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Building Area Total: 1,725
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1926
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.65
Lot Size Area: 0.65
Lot Size Units: Acres
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Water Source: Public
Living Area: 1725.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2014
Tax Annual Amount: $3,343
Tax Assessed Value: $62,687
Utilities
Other Utilities Information
Natural Gas Water Heater
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Cable Connected, Broadband
Location
School Information
High School District: Kalamazoo
Location Information
Directions: From West Main travel north on Drake Road, past Beech to house on the left. From
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,698
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Kalamazoo County
APN: 06-07-310-001
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
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Schools
Indian Prairie Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Hillside Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
Kalamazoo Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
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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 100° 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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Estimated sale price
$280,000 – $339,000
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