49009 — Kalamazoo, MI Home Values
Typical home value $378,346 as of June 2026 · 3rd of 19 in Kalamazoo-Portage, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 49009, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 49009 compares in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area
ZIP code 49009 (Kalamazoo, MI) has a typical home value of $378,346 as of June 2026, ranking 3rd of 19 ZIP codes tracked in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area, more expensive than about 89% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +21.0%, from $312,591 in June 2021 to $378,346 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 25.1× the annual rent ($1,258/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 49009 has a population of 47,606, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 76.3% White, 8.5% Black or African American, 6.3% two or more races, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Asian, 0.4% another race, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boys To Men Group Home | 6025 LITCHFIELD LN, KALAMAZOO, MI | 1.5 mi |
| Prairie Ridge Elementary School | 2294 S 9TH ST, KALAMAZOO, MI | 2.6 mi |
| Kalamazoo RESA West CampusECSE | 4606 CROYDEN AVE, KALAMAZOO, MI | 2.6 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 49009?
$378,346 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 49009 an expensive ZIP code in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area?
49009 ranks 3rd of 19 ZIP codes in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 89% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 49009 changed over the past year?
+2.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 49009?
The typical home price is 25.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,258/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 49009?
47,606, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 49009?
Boys To Men Group Home (1.5 mi), Prairie Ridge Elementary School (2.6 mi), Kalamazoo RESA West CampusECSE (2.6 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 49009?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 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.