49017 — Battle Creek, MI Home Values
Typical home value $191,271 as of June 2026 · 9th of 12 in Battle Creek, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 49017, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 49017 compares in the Battle Creek, MI area
ZIP code 49017 (Battle Creek, MI) has a typical home value of $191,271 as of June 2026, ranking 9th of 12 ZIP codes tracked in the Battle Creek, MI area, more expensive than about 33% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +27.9%, from $149,550 in June 2021 to $191,271 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 15.4× the annual rent ($1,033/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 Battle Creek, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Battle Creek.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 49017 has a population of 20,785, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 76.9% White, 11% Black or African American, 5.6% two or more races, 5.6% Hispanic or Latino, 0.4% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.4% Asian, and 0.2% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gull Lake Virtual Partnership | 315 HUTCHINSON RD, BATTLE CREEK, MI | 1.6 mi |
| North Pennfield Elementary | 7422 POORMAN RD, BATTLE CREEK, MI | 2.6 mi |
| Pennfield Purdy School | 6510 PURDY DR, BATTLE CREEK, MI | 3.1 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 49017?
$191,271 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 49017 an expensive ZIP code in the Battle Creek, MI area?
49017 ranks 9th of 12 ZIP codes in the Battle Creek, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 33% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 49017 changed over the past year?
+3.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 49017?
The typical home price is 15.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,033/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 49017?
20,785, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 49017?
Gull Lake Virtual Partnership (1.6 mi), North Pennfield Elementary (2.6 mi), Pennfield Purdy School (3.1 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 49017?
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 Battle Creek, 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.