49048 — Comstock, MI Home Values
Typical home value $203,540 as of June 2026 · 17th of 19 in Kalamazoo-Portage, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 49048, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 49048 compares in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area
ZIP code 49048 (Comstock, MI) has a typical home value of $203,540 as of June 2026, ranking 17th of 19 ZIP codes tracked in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area, more expensive than about 16% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +28.9%, from $157,846 in June 2021 to $203,540 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 12.8× the annual rent ($1,329/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 49048 has a population of 23,999, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 65.6% White, 19.7% Black or African American, 6.9% Hispanic or Latino, 5.7% two or more races, 1.5% Asian, 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.2% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.2% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| STEM Academy | 175 HUNT ST, KALAMAZOO, MI | 0.9 mi |
| Forest Academy | 5196 COMSTOCK AVE, KALAMAZOO, MI | 1.9 mi |
| Comstock Elementary School | 1423 N 28TH ST, KALAMAZOO, MI | 1.9 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 49048?
$203,540 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 49048 an expensive ZIP code in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area?
49048 ranks 17th of 19 ZIP codes in the Kalamazoo-Portage, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 16% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 49048 changed over the past year?
+3.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 49048?
The typical home price is 12.8× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,329/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 49048?
23,999, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 49048?
STEM Academy (0.9 mi), Forest Academy (1.9 mi), Comstock Elementary School (1.9 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 49048?
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.