Bell KramerYpsilanti, Michigan

Bell Kramer Ypsilanti

Bell Kramer occupies a small pocket at Ypsilanti's edge near the Historic South Side, and the gateway into town from I-94. Barely a dozen addresses across two blocks, I chose to include it anyway because it feels like a mini-neighborhood — the kind of area you could walk end to end in a few minutes. The housing stock is primarily early 20th century, with recorded builds ranging from approximately 1858 through 2004, and the property types reflect the neighborhood's transitional character: duplexes, single-family homes, and small commercial buildings on the same block.

The duplexes and multi-unit properties tend toward two-bedroom layouts with cozy eat-in kitchens, separate entrances, and independent utilities — a configuration that appeals to both owner-occupants and small-scale investors. Lots here are comparatively generous, ranging from about an eighth of an acre up to about 1-1/4 acres, providing more breathing room than many parts of central Ypsilanti. Many properties blend original architectural features with more recent updates.

Bell Kramer is a good value for purchasers interested in an economical option while maintaining the convenience of proximity to downtown, local universities and hospitals, quick highway access, and easy commutability to nearby areas — one of Ypsi's tiny neighborhoods worth mentioning.¹ ⁴

Homes for Sale in Bell Kramer

There are currently no active listings in Bell Kramer.¹ Turnover here is infrequent — with only 19 addresses, available properties are uncommon.

Bell Kramer Home Prices

One home has sold in Bell Kramer over the past two years at $277,500, with 126 days on market; not enough data to draw conclusions. For context, Bell Kramer's location near the Historic South Side and Downtown places it in a part of Ypsilanti where comparable neighborhoods see median prices in the $180,000 to $280,000 range.¹ ⁴

Dining & Shopping Near Bell Kramer Ypsilanti

Bell Kramer's position near downtown puts a concentration of restaurants within a short drive, some within a walk. The immediate area offers:

• El Sabor De Mi Tierra Pupuseria — 0.1 mi, Salvadoran
• Ma Lou's Fried Chicken — 0.4 mi, southern-style fried chicken
• Tanduri Korner — 0.5 mi, Indian

Grocery & Bodega

• Joe's Market — 0.1 mi
• Fatou Caribbean Market — 0.5 mi, Caribbean and West African grocery ³

Parks Near Bell Kramer

• Waterworks Park — 0.4 mi
• North Bay Park — 0.4 mi
• Huron Landing — 0.5 mi, Huron River access ³

Bell Kramer School District

The neighborhood is served by Ypsilanti Community Schools.²

FAQ

Q: How much do homes cost in Bell Kramer Ypsilanti?

A: Only 1 home has sold in the past 24 months at $277,500. The neighborhood has just 19 addresses, so sales are infrequent and individual transactions are not representative of a broader trend.

Q: What types of properties are in Bell Kramer?

A: Bell Kramer is a mix of duplexes, single-family homes, and small multi-unit buildings, mostly from the early 1900s. Many properties have separate entrances and utilities per unit. Lots tend to be more generous than in central Ypsilanti.

¹ SparkMLS, 24-month lookback from April 2026 ² Michigan Department of Education school district boundaries ³ Google Places API, April 2026. Verify hours and availability directly. ⁴ Broker/owner editorial content