1228 Forbes Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,344 sqft
- 8,712 sqft lot
- $167 per sqft
- 1908 build
- – on site
If you're looking for vintage charm with modern potential, don't miss this unique property, now on the market for the first time in 50+ years! The well-maintained 3-bedroom home features 2 full baths, gorgeous craftsman-style trim and moldings, custom cabinetry, and custom built-ins throughout. The bright, open main level and large kitchen is ideal for family time and hosting, and both the loft-style attic and basement offer additional options for more living space. The deep 2.5-car attached garage has plenty of space for parking, tinkering, and storage. Roof was just replaced! Also included is an extra lot with an 800 sq. ft. 3-stall second garage, offering endless potential for a home-based business, rental income, extra storage, or resale opportunities. Don't miss this one!
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Last updated Mar 27, 2025
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MLS# 25011848 —
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The Building
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Year Built:1908
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New Construction:false
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Construction Materials:Aluminum Siding
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Architectural Style:Historic, Traditional
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Foundation Details:None
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Building Features:None
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Patio And Porch Features:Enclosed, Porch(es)
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Accessibility Features:No
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Direction Faces:None
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Roof:Composition
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Stories:2
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Basement:No
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Basement:Crawl Space, Partial
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Basement:Yes
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Common Walls:None
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Building Area Total:1344.0
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Exterior Material -Aluminum Siding:true
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Roofing -Composition:true
Interior
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Rooms Total:10
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Interior Features:Garage Door Opener
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Flooring:Carpet, Linoleum
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Fireplace:false
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:1344.0
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Main Level SqFt:672.0
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Upper Level SqFt:672.0
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Basement SqFt:616.0
Location
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Directions:From US-131, take W. Main east, turn left on Hilbert, turn right on Forbes. Home is on the north side of the street between Denner Street and Ingleside Terrace. From downtown, take Kalamazoo Ave. west and follow it north as it splits and becomes Douglas Ave, then take the first left turn onto Forbes Street and head west to home.
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Cross Street:Denner St
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Latitude:42.295714
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Longitude:-85.601887
The Property
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Parcel Number:06-16-327-002
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Property Attached:No
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Lot Size SqFt:8712.0
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Lot Size Acres:0.2
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Lot Size Area:0.2
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Lot Size Units:Acres
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Topography:None
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Waterfront:false
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View:None
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View:No
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Inclusions:None
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Zoning:None
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Zoning Description:RD-19
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Current Use:None
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Possible Use:None
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Frontage Type:None
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Water Access:No
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Waterfront:No
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Other Structures:Second Garage
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Road Surface Type:Paved
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Road Frontage:140.0
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Office phone:
- (269) 459-1471
Taxes
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Tax Year:2025
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Tax Year:2025.0
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Tax Legal Description:18366 2ND REVISED PLAT DOUBLEDAYS ADDITION, PART OF LOTS 85-86 BEG ON N LI OF FORBES ST 47 FT W OF E LI OF LOT 85 N PAR WITH SD E LI TO PT 60 FT S OF N LI OF SD LOT W 2.56 FT S 1 FT W PAR WITH N LI OF LOTS 85-86 & 61 FT S THEREFROM TO PT 3 FT E OF W LI OF SD LOT 86 S TO N ST LI E ON N ST LI 64.18 FT TO BEGIN. 18364 2ND REVISED PLAT DOUBLEDAYS ADDITION E 47 FT OF LOT 85 EXC N 60 FT.
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Tax Annual Amount:2289.0
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Tax Assessed Value:34102
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Taxable Value:34102.0
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Annual Property Taxes:2289.0
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:3
Baths
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Total Baths:2
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Total Baths:2.0
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Partial Baths:None
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Full Baths:1
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Full Baths:2
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Full Baths:1
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Three Quarter Baths:None
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Quarter Baths:None
The Listing
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Virtual Tour URL Branded:None
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling:Window Unit(s)
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Cooling:true
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Heating:true
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Heating:Forced Air
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Heat Type -Forced Air:true
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Heat Source -Natural Gas:true
Utilities
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Dishwasher:true
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Sewer:Public
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Sewer -Publictrue
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Water Source:Public
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Water Public:true
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
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Refrigerator:true
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Oven:true
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Disposal:true
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Washer:true
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Dryer:true
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Laundry Features:In Basement
Schools
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Elementary School District:None
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Middle Or Junior School District:None
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High School District:Kalamazoo
The Community
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Senior Community:No
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Pool Private:No
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Association:No
Parking
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Garage:true
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Attached Garage:true
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Garage Spaces:2.5
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Carport Spaces:None
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Parking Total:None
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Parking Features:Garage Door Opener, Attached
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$225,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$1,204
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Taxes | $190 |
Insurance | $61 |
Utilities | $189 See report |
Total | $1,644/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
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