Kalamazoo County property record for 1424 Charles Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,245 sqft · built 1895 |
| Lot Size | 0.16 acres (6,970 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $13,000 (Apr 2017) |
| Tax Bill | $655 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2017 Sale Mar 2017 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 06-14-328-004 |
| Primary APN | 06-14-328-004 |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,245 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 789 sqft |
| Basement Area | 789 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 789 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1895 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1895 |
| Lot Area | 6,970 sqft (0.16 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 55 ft deep x 41 ft wide |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Street Address | 1424 CHARLES AVE |
|---|---|
| City | KALAMAZOO |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49048-1839 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | RD-19 |
| Legal Description | 3550 PHELPS ADDITION N 2 1/2 R OF S 5 R OF LOT 2 & COM AT SW COR OF N 2 1/2 R OF S 5 R OF LOT 2 PHELPS ADDITION CONT SWLY 4 R |
| Legal Subdivision | PHELPS ADD |
| Legal Lot Number | 1-2 |
| Jurisdiction | KALAMAZOO MI |
| Township / Civil Division | KALAMAZOO |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2005 |
| Census Tract | 100 |
1424 Charles Ave is owned by an individual who bought it in April 2017.
Source: Kalamazoo County records, as of July 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 3103 MICHAEL AVE, KALAMAZOO, MI 49004-1603 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Apr 26, 2017 | Warranty Deed, Transfer DEVON TITLE COMPANY |
| Mar 30, 2017 | Warranty Deed, Transfer DEVON TITLE COMPANY |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Apr 26, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Apr 26, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Mar 30, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 201714681 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KALAMAZOO MI |
| Recording Date | Apr 26, 2017 |
| Property Address | 1424 CHARLES AVE, KALAMAZOO, MI 49048-1839 |
| Document Number | 2017014681 |
| Instrument Date | Apr 17, 2017 |
| Instrument | 2017-014681 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 12, 2021 |
| Title Company | DEVON TITLE COMPANY |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $111.80 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 203 W CORK ST, 203, KALAMAZOO, MI 49001-4713 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 3103 MICHAEL AVE, KALAMAZOO, MI 49004-1603 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KALAMAZOO MI |
| Recording Date | Mar 30, 2017 |
| Property Address | 1424 CHARLES AVE, KALAMAZOO, MI 49048-1839 |
| Document Number | 2017009033 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 22, 2017 |
| Instrument | 2017-009033 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 12, 2021 |
| Title Company | DEVON TITLE COMPANY |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $12.90 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 596 HARWAY AVE, 596, KALAMAZOO, MI 49048-3447 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 203 W CORK ST, KALAMAZOO, MI 49001-4713 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 1424 Charles Ave was $655.
Source: Kalamazoo County assessment roll, as of September 18, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Kalamazoo County |
| Municipality | Kalamazoo City |
| Unified School District | Kalamazoo Public School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $39,800 | $79,600 | |
| 2025 | $655.00 | ||
| 2023 | $28,100 | $56,200 | |
| 2019 | $1,023.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 1424 Charles Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 1982.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective June 8, 2025 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (1982) |
| Most Recent Claim | Mar 1982 · tidal / storm surge |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 1424 Charles Ave is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 98% of the US · lower than 95% of Michigan |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | KALAMAZOO serves 192,992 people · EPA ID MI0003520 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Lead | 4 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Corrosion control Jul 2019 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 277 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless · Fiber, DSL in parts of the area | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Metronet.
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