311 Elm Street

Beautifully preserved 1919 Cape Cod nestled in the heart of Kalamazoo's sought after Stuart Historic District! This charming 3 bedroom home seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates, offering the perfect balance of historic character and everyday comfort. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch swing overlooking the tree lined street, then spend evenings entertaining on the spacious patio in the private fenced backyard. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, rich oak trim, beautifully preserved millwork, and a stunning gas fireplace with an ornate mantel and marble surround that serves as the heart of the home. The updated kitchen features new cabinetry, tile flooring, updated appliances, and generous prep space. An enclosed flex room provides endless possibilities as a walk in pantry, home office, fitness room, hobby space, or additional storage. Upstairs, the primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, skylights, and an oversized Beautifully preserved 1919 Cape Cod nestled in the heart of Kalamazoo's sought after Stuart Historic District! This charming 3 bedroom home seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates, offering the perfect balance of historic character and everyday comfort. Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch swing overlooking the tree lined street, then spend evenings entertaining on the spacious patio in the private fenced backyard. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, rich oak trim, beautifully preserved millwork, and a stunning gas fireplace with an ornate mantel and marble surround that serves as the heart of the home. The updated kitchen features new cabinetry, tile flooring, updated appliances, and generous prep space. An enclosed flex room provides endless possibilities as a walk in pantry, home office, fitness room, hobby space, or additional storage. dressing room that also makes an ideal nursery, reading nook, or home office. Two additional bedrooms, a walk up attic, and versatile lower level bonus spaces provide exceptional flexibility for today's lifestyle. Major updates completed in 2020 include the renovated kitchen, updated electrical panel, central air conditioning, appliances, and a high efficiency washer and dryer. Located in the highly desirable Kalamazoo Promise School District, this home is just blocks from Kalamazoo College, minutes from Western Michigan University, and within walking distance of Comensoli's Italian Bistro, downtown restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, parks, and local entertainment. With the new downtown event center on the horizon, this location offers outstanding long term investment potential while providing the convenience of an incredibly walkable lifestyle. The property also features a private two car brick parking pad plus convenient public parking directly across from the property, offering practical off street parking in this desirable historic neighborhood. Whether you're searching for a charming primary residence, a home close to the colleges, or an investment opportunity in one of Kalamazoo's most beloved historic districts, 311 Elm Street is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Kalamazoo history.