Skip to content
Photo 1 of 25
Photo 1 of 25 — 311 Elm Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
View all 25 photos

311 Elm Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Kalamazoo County

Key Facts

3Beds
2Baths
1,293Sq Ft
1919Year Built
0.07Lot (acres)

Description

Beautifully preserved 1919 Cape Cod nestled in the heart of Kalamazoo's sought after Stuart Historic District! This charming 3 bedroom home seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates, offering the perfect balance of historic character and everyday comfort. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch swing overlooking the tree lined street, then spend evenings entertaining on the spacious patio in the private fenced backyard. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, rich oak trim, beautifully preserved millwork, and a stunning gas fireplace with an ornate mantel and marble surround that serves as the heart of the home. The updated kitchen features new cabinetry, tile flooring, updated appliances, and generous prep space. An enclosed flex room provides endless possibilities as a walk in pantry, home office, fitness room, hobby space, or additional storage. Upstairs, the primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, skylights, and an oversized Beautifully preserved 1919 Cape Cod nestled in the heart of Kalamazoo's sought after Stuart Historic District! This charming 3 bedroom home seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates, offering the perfect balance of historic character and everyday comfort. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch swing overlooking the tree lined street, then spend evenings entertaining on the spacious patio in the private fenced backyard. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, rich oak trim, beautifully preserved millwork, and a stunning gas fireplace with an ornate mantel and marble surround that serves as the heart of the home. The updated kitchen features new cabinetry, tile flooring, updated appliances, and generous prep space. An enclosed flex room provides endless possibilities as a walk in pantry, home office, fitness room, hobby space, or additional storage. dressing room that also makes an ideal nursery, reading nook, or home office. Two additional bedrooms, a walk up attic, and versatile lower level bonus spaces provide exceptional flexibility for today's lifestyle. Major updates completed in 2020 include the renovated kitchen, updated electrical panel, central air conditioning, appliances, and a high efficiency washer and dryer. Located in the highly desirable Kalamazoo Promise School District, this home is just blocks from Kalamazoo College, minutes from Western Michigan University, and within walking distance of Comensoli's Italian Bistro, downtown restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, parks, and local entertainment. With the new downtown event center on the horizon, this location offers outstanding long term investment potential while providing the convenience of an incredibly walkable lifestyle. The property also features a private two car brick parking pad plus convenient public parking directly across from the property, offering practical off street parking in this desirable historic neighborhood. Whether you're searching for a charming primary residence, a home close to the colleges, or an investment opportunity in one of Kalamazoo's most beloved historic districts, 311 Elm Street is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Kalamazoo history.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Cape Cod

Year Built

1919

Living Area

1,293 sq ft

Lot Size

0.07 acres

Lot Dimensions

33.25x90

Ownership

Private Owned

Days on Market

4

MLS® Listing#

26036719

Property Features

Interior

High Speed Internet

Appliances

DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveOvenRangeRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Natural GasForced AirWood Stove

Flooring

Ceramic TileTileWood

Fireplace

Wood BurningLiving RoomGas Log

Basement

Partial

Parking

Paved

Laundry

In Basement

Patio

CoveredPatioPorch

Fencing

VinylBack Yard

Lot Features

Corner LotGardenWooded

Construction

StuccoWood Siding

Roof

Composition

Windows

Skylight(s)Insulated Windows

Security

Smoke Detector(s)

Community

Sidewalks

Utilities

Natural Gas AvailableElectricity AvailableCable AvailableNatural Gas Connected

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Schools

District:
Kalamazoo

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$3,535

Tax year 2026

Assessed Value

$68,923

Parcel Number

06-16-419-010

Directions

From W. Main; north on Elm

Affordability Calculator

$44,800

Estimated monthly payment

$1,192/mo

Principal $179,200 · Est. interest $250,000 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Kalamazoo, MI

$266,372
Median Listing Price
42
Median Days on Market
1,707
Median Sq Ft
$153
Median Price / Sq Ft
602
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 16% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 13% above the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Kalamazoo, MI.

Location

Map showing the location of 311 Elm Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Getting Around

Walk
Bike

Points of Interest in Kalamazoo, MI

Showing the Kalamazoo area map.

Nearby Schools

  • St. Augustine Cathedral

    School · 0.2 mi away

  • Woodward School

    Elementary · 0.2 mi away

  • Arcus Center for Social Justice Leadership

    School · 0.5 mi away

  • El Sol Elementary

    Elementary · 0.7 mi away

  • Kamsc - Kalamazoo Area Math and Science Center

    Secondary · 0.7 mi away

  • Navigator Academy

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Lincoln International Studies School

    Elementary · 0.7 mi away

  • KPS's West Main Professional Development Center

    School · 0.8 mi away

  • Northglade Montessori Magnet School

    Elementary · 1.1 mi away

  • Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Phoenix High School

    Secondary · 1.2 mi away

  • Hillside Middle School

    Secondary · 1.2 mi away

  • Reformed Heritage Christian School

    School · 1.3 mi away

  • Chemistry Building

    School · 1.3 mi away

  • Kalamazoo Public Schools

    School · 1.4 mi away

  • Dunbar Hall

    School · 1.4 mi away

  • Brown Hall

    School · 1.4 mi away

  • Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts

    Secondary · 1.4 mi away

  • Edison Environmental Science Academy

    School · 1.5 mi away

  • Montessori School

    Elementary · 1.6 mi away

Commute Calculator

Travel mode

Nearby Homes

Similar Homes Nearby

Similar Home Values

Comparable nearby listings and their asking prices.

Moving Cost Estimate

EXIT Agents in Kalamazoo

Southwest Michigan Regional Information Center logo

Listing Courtesy: eXp Realty LLC - 2696004397

Presented by: Chauvon R Collins

The properties on this web site come in part from the Broker Reciprocity Program of the Member MLS’s of the Southwestern Michigan Regional Information Center. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. © 2026 Southwestern Michigan Regional Information Center, LLC. All rights reserved.

The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of one or more Multiple Listing Services (MLS). Listing information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate. Copyright © EXIT Realty® and respective MLS providers.

Data provided by SWMRIC. MLS® Listing#26036719. © 2026EXIT Realty®. All rights reserved.