Kalamazoo Township, MI: Homes for Sale & Local Guide

Kalamazoo Township is a separate municipality from the City of Kalamazoo, home to 22,777 people (2020 Census) in areas bordering the city, Parchment, and Comstock, Cooper and Oshtemo townships. Neighborhood names such as Westwood can cross the city–township line. It suits buyers who want established neighborhoods close to the city.

By Jason Veenstra, REALTOR®, Associate Broker and Team Leader, Veenstra Team | eXp Realty. Updated November 11, 2026.

Kalamazoo Township at a glance

  • Type: Charter township (Kalamazoo Charter Township), Kalamazoo County, Michigan

  • Population: 22,777 (2020 U.S. Census)

  • Borders: City of Kalamazoo, City of Parchment, Comstock Township, Cooper Township and Oshtemo Township

  • Drive to downtown Kalamazoo: about 3.0 miles, roughly 8 minutes without traffic, from the township’s geographic center (the township has several separate sections) to Kalamazoo City Hall (OpenStreetMap routing)

  • Area: about 11.7 square miles

  • School districts: Kalamazoo Public Schools (about 62% of the township’s area), Parchment School District (about 27%) and Comstock Public Schools (about 11%). Confirm each address with the district.

  • Property taxes: 2025 homestead (PRE) totals of 47.0773 mills (Kalamazoo Public Schools), 45.3731 (Comstock) and 43.9170 (Parchment). Rates vary by school district and exclude special assessments; see the county’s 2025 millage table.

  • Township website: ktwp.org

Homes for sale in Kalamazoo Township

Search current homes for sale in the ZIP codes that cover most of Kalamazoo Township, then save a search to hear about new listings. These ZIPs also include parts of the City of Kalamazoo and neighboring townships, so check the municipality on each listing.

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Kalamazoo Township housing market trends

Here is a snapshot of residential listings and sales recorded in the MLS for Kalamazoo Charter Township itself, not the wider mailing area. We update it monthly.

  • Active listings: 54 (median list price $234,000)

  • Sold in the last 30 days: 22 homes, median sale price $232,500

  • Sold in the last 12 months: 301 homes, median sale price $200,000

  • Median days on market: 12 (homes sold in the last 12 months)

  • Months of supply: 2.2 (active listings divided by average monthly sales over the last 12 months)

Source: Southwest Michigan MLS via Flexmls, as of November 11, 2026. Residential listings; Municipality = Kalamazoo Twp, Kalamazoo County. Last 30 days = closings since October 12, 2026; last 12 months = closings since November 11, 2025. Medians are shown when there are at least three sales and are rounded to the nearest $100. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

What is it like to live in Kalamazoo Township?

Kalamazoo County lists the City of Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo Township separately. The city’s own neighborhood guide notes that Westwood includes both city and township areas, which makes it especially important not to treat the neighborhood name as a legal boundary.

Local reference points include Eastwood and Westwood recreation organizations, while the township hall is on Riverview Drive. A broad Kalamazoo search can mix these township locations with city neighborhoods and other surrounding municipalities. Use the parcel’s location to organize the comparison before applying city-specific programs or services.

The township’s 2014 Non-Motorized Transportation Master Plan focuses on links among neighborhoods, schools, parks, businesses and adjacent communities. It is useful background for why sidewalks, crossings and connections matter here, but it is not evidence that every proposed route has been built.

When comparing homes, walk or drive the actual route you would use to a park, bus stop or regular destination. Pay attention to street crossings and gaps in the connection, not just the distance on a listing map. That property-level view is more useful than labeling the entire township walkable or car-dependent.

What parks are in Kalamazoo Township?

The township identifies Grand Prairie Golf Course on Grand Prairie Road, Westwood Little League on the same corridor and Eastwood Little League on Fordham Avenue. These places give a first visit more specific reference points than a general ‘Kalamazoo’ label.

Its parks resources also include a map for locating township parks. Parchment Little League, listed as an area resource, is at Kindleberger Park in the City of Parchment, not a reason to place that park in Kalamazoo Township. Check each program’s own registration and participation boundaries.

What school districts serve Kalamazoo Township?

Three districts serve the township. U.S. Census Bureau school-district boundaries show Kalamazoo Public Schools covering about 62% of the township’s area, Parchment School District about 27% and Comstock Public Schools about 11%.

School enrollment also needs its own check. If a scholarship program affects your move, consult the program’s current rules rather than assuming that the word Kalamazoo in an address establishes eligibility. Bring us the address and the features that matter most, and we can help you compare the property within the correct local context.

What should buyers check before buying in Kalamazoo Township?

The township directs building permits and inspections to Kalamazoo Area Building Authority. Its planning and zoning office is the starting point for local use and development questions. City rules, city rental programs and city-specific benefits should not be applied to a township address without verification.

Property taxes depend on the school district and whether the home is your principal residence. The county’s 2025 millage table lists homestead (PRE) totals of 47.0773 mills in the Kalamazoo Public Schools part of the township, 45.3731 in the Comstock part and 43.9170 in the Parchment part. Non-homestead totals run from 61.9170 to 64.7370 mills.

Watch: the Westwood neighborhood

Take a local’s tour of the Westwood area with Jason. Westwood includes both city and township territory, so check the municipality for any specific home.


Frequently asked questions about Kalamazoo Township

Where is Kalamazoo Township?

Kalamazoo Charter Township is in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, and borders the City of Kalamazoo, the City of Parchment, and Comstock, Cooper and Oshtemo townships. It is a separate municipality from the City of Kalamazoo.

How many people live in Kalamazoo Township?

The 2020 U.S. Census counted 22,777 residents in Kalamazoo Charter Township.

What school districts serve Kalamazoo Township?

Kalamazoo Public Schools, Parchment School District and Comstock Public Schools each serve part of the township. Confirm the district for a specific address with the district.

Is Kalamazoo Township the same as the City of Kalamazoo?

No. They are separate municipalities in the county directory.

Is Westwood entirely in the City of Kalamazoo?

No. The city’s neighborhood guide says Westwood includes both city and township areas.

Who handles township building permits and inspections?

The township identifies Kalamazoo Area Building Authority as the provider. Confirm the project’s zoning and permit requirements before starting.

What are property tax rates in Kalamazoo Township?

In 2025 the homestead (PRE) millage totals were 47.0773 mills in the Kalamazoo Public Schools area, 45.3731 in the Comstock area and 43.9170 in the Parchment area, per Kalamazoo County’s millage table. Special assessments are not included.

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Sources

Community information reviewed November 11, 2026. Property details and availability can change.

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