The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 49026 sells for about $265,000, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 20 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $956 a month.
ZIP 49026 — Bloomingdale
The housing market in 49026 shows steady growth with moderate price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand remains strong, supported by a stable local economy and high quality of life, though rising interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years.
This area is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to regional employment hubs and quality public schools.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 20 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.0% · poverty 20.1% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 49026, Kalamazoo County MI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the area remain generally stable and are consistent with regional averages for similar suburban communities in Southwest Michigan.
The area is served by highly regarded public school districts that consistently meet state performance benchmarks.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, primarily seasonal severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with localized flood risks in specific low-lying areas.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Kalamazoo employment hub, with steady demand for residential development and infrastructure maintenance.
Property taxes are assessed at the local municipal level based on state-equalized values, with additional levies for school districts and county services.
Residents primarily commute via I-94 and US-131, providing direct access to major employment centers in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek.
The area features extensive access to local parks, walking trails, and proximity to several inland lakes, alongside established retail corridors.
The rental market remains tight with low vacancy rates, driven by consistent demand from students and professionals working in the nearby medical and educational sectors.
The economy is anchored by the healthcare, pharmaceutical, and higher education sectors, with significant employment provided by regional medical centers and universities.
The area is well-connected by major highway corridors, facilitating regional transit, while local public bus services provide limited coverage.
Ongoing development focuses on infill residential projects and the expansion of commercial retail space along major thoroughfares.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal, county, and school district tax levies, with no significant special assessment districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's moderate risk profile for natural disasters.
Data retrieved from census.gov ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Extensive trail system and green space.
Community gathering space with historical exhibits.
Popular for recreational boating and fishing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.