1908 Benjamin Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
OFF MARKET

1908 Benjamin Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Oakland-Winchell
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,643 sqft (on 0.50 acres)

$490,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,084/mo*
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$490,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,084/mo*
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5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,643 sqft
(on 0.50 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to 1908 Benjamin Avenue. A Winchell classic with private ½ acre hilltop setting, unique design with 2 1/2 stories facing Benjamin Ave and 1 ½ stories facing Sheffield Dr, offering over 3,600 sq ft including private in-law apartment with separate entrance. Exceptional architectural detail throughout - moldings, trim, windows, doors, hardwood floors, and plaster construction. Open foyer and stairway, living room with fireplace and built-in bookshelves, large remodeled open kitchen with center island, gas range and double oven. formal dining room, family room with built - in bookshelves and French doors opening to patio. Main floor primary suite with dressing room, sitting room/nursery and remodeled full bath with separate tub and shower. Two spacious family bedrooms with remodeled shared bath, in-law apartment features living room with fireplace flanked by bookshelves, dining area, updated kitchen with new range, countertops, sink and 2 bedrooms with full bath. 2 car garage with attached workshop/potting room, beautiful heated patio and heated stairway to garage. Covered front porch, new aggregate concrete front walkway and front step, professionally landscaped yard with numerous plantings and sprinkler system. Walk to Winchell Elementary School, Woods Lake, Oakwood Plaza and WMU. Minutes from downtown. Kalamazoo Promise qualified.
1908 Benjamin Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,643 sqft single-family home in Oakland-Winchell, built in 1939. It last sold for $475,000 on Apr 18, 2025 (4% below the $495,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $490,500, with a rent estimate of $3,058/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1908 Benjamin Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: SlabNumber of Rooms: 13
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3643 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Phone Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Cable ConnectedAppliances: Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener OwnedDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,In Kitchen,Lower Level,Washer HookupRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Hot WaterHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 3Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Storms, Skylight(s), Screens, Replacement, Bay/Bow, Window TreatmentsFlooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile, Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1939
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Block, Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0629232001

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $495,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Mar 13 2025

Location

Direction & Address
City: Kalamazoo
School Information
High School District: Kalamazoo

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2568 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.50 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 25001609
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Tom K Kocher, (269) 599-4130
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices MI
Bought with: Marissa Harrington, (269) 352-5865, Keller Williams- Portage St
Source: MichRIC, MLS#25001609

Price History for 1908 Benjamin Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/18/2025$475,000Sold
MichRIC #25001609
03/14/2025$495,000PendingMichRIC #25001609
03/06/2025$495,000PriceChange
MichRIC #25001609
01/14/2025$509,900PriceChange
MichRIC #25001609
10/21/2024$525,000PriceChange
MichRIC #24050398
09/24/2024$549,900Listed For SaleMichRIC #24050398

Market trends in Kalamazoo

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$228K
$6.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.5%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$155
$1MoM
Available listings
344
9MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,234
Assessment$352,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1908 Benjamin Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2121 Benjamin Ave, Kalamazoo, MI
0.14
Single-Family Home
$408,200
12/12/25
5
3
2,471
2226 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo, MI
0.35
Single-Family Home
$595,000
07/25/25
4
3
3,382
2121 Sheffield Dr, Kalamazoo, MI
0.15
Single-Family Home
$450,000
09/04/25
4
2.5
2,328
1917 Benjamin Ave, Kalamazoo, MI
0.06
Single-Family Home
$480,000
08/12/25
3
2
2,304
2203 Sheffield Dr, Kalamazoo, MI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$745,000
07/01/26
5
4.5
3,832
1734 Embury Rd, Kalamazoo, MI
0.47
Single-Family Home
$525,000
05/08/26
3
3
4,400
1430 Spruce Dr, Kalamazoo, MI
0.36
Single-Family Home
$590,000
11/12/25
3
2.5
2,351
2433 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo, MI
0.52
Single-Family Home
$549,000
02/20/26
4
3
2,809
2525 Sheffield Dr, Kalamazoo, MI
0.59
Single-Family Home
$600,000
01/09/26
4
3
2,924
1907 Chevy Chase Blvd, Kalamazoo, MI
0.63
Single-Family Home
$435,000
03/23/26
3
3
3,037

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Oakland-Winchell

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  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say there's wildlife

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say there are community events

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    "Winchell is a great place to live, great schools and friendly neighbors, in a safe and well maintained community."
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