Southwest Michigan
Portage, Michigan
City
Suburban city south of Kalamazoo with the Air Zoo
Portage borders Kalamazoo to the south, with shopping corridors, subdivisions and the Air Zoo aerospace museum.
History & Local Character
The city grew after World War II around manufacturing and the airport, incorporating in 1963.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing is mostly 1960s through 2000s subdivisions, apartments and townhomes.
Restaurants & Shopping
Westnedge Avenue and Center Avenue hold a wide range of restaurants and groceries.
Schools & Education
Portage Public Schools is among the strongest districts in Southwest Michigan.
Parks & Recreation
Celery Flats, Bishop's Bog and the Portage Bicentennial Trail provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-94, US-131 and Westnedge Avenue serve the city.
Local Businesses
Westnedge Avenue retailersAir ZooIndependent restaurantsManufacturers
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Nearby Attractions
- Air Zoo
- Celery Flats
- Kalamazoo Nature Center
- Downtown Kalamazoo
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Strong schools and parks
- Abundant shopping
- Quick access to Kalamazoo jobs
Considerations
- Car-dependent layout
- Traffic on Westnedge Avenue
- Higher home prices than Kalamazoo
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Portage near Kalamazoo?
Yes. Portage borders Kalamazoo to the south and shares its metro area.