1228 Forbes Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 - Photo 1

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$205,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,344 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

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!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1228 Forbes St

General

Sold For: $205,000
Taxes: $2,289
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: SWMRIC_MLS
MLS ID: 25011848
Added to Site: 309 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 10
Interior Features: Garage Door Opener
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Equipment: Second Garage

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached

Location

Area: Greater Kalamazoo - K
County: Kalamazoo
Cross Streets: Denner St
Driving 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.

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Construction: Aluminum Siding
Basement: Yes
Roof: Composition
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 1,344
Living Area: 1,344 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1908

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Second Garage

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,712
Frontage: Paved
Zoning: RD-19

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $2,289
Terms: Cash, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

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.
Property ID: 06-16-327-002

Listed by Bellabay Realty, LLC, Missy A Alkema
Sold by CENTURY 21 Affiliated, Nick A Lucchetti

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Schools

Schools serving 1228 Forbes St

School District:Kalamazoo Public School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Woodward School For Technology And Research 606 Stuart Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007	PK-5	0.3 mi
Hillside Middle School, Kalamazoo, MI 1941 Alamo Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49006	6-8	0.8 mi
Kalamazoo Central High School 2432 North Drake Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49006	9-12	2.7 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1228 Forbes St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

5/15/2025

Sold

$205,000

-5.53%

MLS

4/10/2025

Price Reduced

$217,000

-3.56%

MLS

3/27/2025

Listed

$225,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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