49002 — Portage, MI Home Values
Typical home value $276,063 as of August 2026 · 11th of 19 in Kalamazoo-Portage, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 49002, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 49002 compares in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area
ZIP code 49002 (Portage, MI) has a typical home value of $276,063 as of August 2026, ranking 11th of 19 ZIP codes tracked in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area, more expensive than about 47% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +24.4%, from $221,881 in August 2021 to $276,063 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 13.9× the annual rent ($1,653/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Kalamazoo.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 49002 has a population of 19,444, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 85.7% White, 5.1% Hispanic or Latino, 4.8% two or more races, 2.6% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.5% another race, and 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portage Central High School | 8135 S WESTNEDGE AVE, PORTAGE, MI | 1.6 mi |
| Portage Central Middle School | 8305 S WESTNEDGE AVE, PORTAGE, MI | 1.7 mi |
| Central Elementary School | 8422 S WESTNEDGE AVE, PORTAGE, MI | 1.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 49002?
$276,063 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 49002 an expensive ZIP code in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area?
49002 ranks 11th of 19 ZIP codes in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 47% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 49002 changed over the past year?
+4.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 49002?
The typical home price is 13.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,653/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 49002?
19,444, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 49002?
Portage Central High School (1.6 mi), Portage Central Middle School (1.7 mi), Central Elementary School (1.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 49002?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.