Childhood home of MLB legend Derek Jeter hits the Michigan market. Take a look
The childhood home of one of the most prolific baseball players of all time has landed on the real estate market in Kalamazoo, Michigan, for $299,900.
Mr. November himself, Derek Jeter, the legendary former shortstop for the New York Yankees, lived in this house as a child, the listing on Realtor.com says.
And as expected, the listing has a lot of baseball puns.
“Step up to the plate and own the childhood home of MLB star Derek Jeter!” the listing starts.
“This home knocks it out of the park featuring five bedrooms, three bathrooms and is a grand slam in every aspect! Within the past three years all mechanicals, siding & gutters have been updated -- it pitches you the perfect combination of comfort and durability. But the real MVP? Location!”
The house is right next to Jeter’s high school, Kalamazoo Central High, where he wowed with his extraordinary batting average and his rows and rows of honors.
“This charming home backs up to Kalamazoo Central High School, offering a front-row seat to the excitement of student life and community events,” the listing says.
“This home is a triple threat it’s located just moments away from shops and restaurants, so you can indulge in the best of what Kalamazoo has to offer. Plus, it’s Kalamazoo Promise eligible, meaning your future All-Stars can swing for the fences with their education.”
The 2,100-square-foot home is a charmer with colorful bedrooms, offices and an ample backyard. Features, per the listing, include:
Partial basement
Laminate floor
Eat-in kitchen
Ceiling fans
Patio
Attached garage
“You’ll feel like you’re in the big leagues as you step into the primary suite, complete with an office space; It’s your own personal dugout for productivity!” the listing continues.
“Don’t just dream of hitting it out of the park, make it a reality with this home run listing! With plenty of space to stretch out and make memories, this home is a game changing play waiting to happen.”
Jeter spent his entire professional career with the Yankees and helped them win five World Series. During his impressive tenure, Jeter had a batting average of .310 with 3,465 hits, 260 home runs, 1,311 RBIs and 358 stolen bases. He was inducted into the the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020.
Kalamazoo is about a 140-mile drive west from Detroit.
Currently, the listing is “pending.”
This story was originally published June 27, 2024 at 7:58 AM with the headline "Childhood home of MLB legend Derek Jeter hits the Michigan market. Take a look."