Pavilion Township, MI: Homes for Sale & Local Guide

Pavilion Township is home to 6,387 people (2020 Census) east of Portage in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. Long Lake, Indian Lake, cropland and the historic Scotts area, with Scotts Mill County Park, give it several distinct settings. It suits buyers who want lake-area or rural homes; five school districts serve different parts.

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

Pavilion Township at a glance

  • Type: Township in Kalamazoo County, Michigan

  • Population: 6,387 (2020 U.S. Census)

  • Borders: Brady Township, City of Portage, Climax Township and Comstock Township

  • Drive to downtown Kalamazoo: about 10.4 miles, roughly 24 minutes without traffic, from the center of the township to Kalamazoo City Hall (OpenStreetMap routing)

  • Area: about 35.0 square miles

  • School districts: Vicksburg Community Schools (about 39% of the township’s area), Climax-Scotts Community Schools (about 25%), Portage Public Schools (about 16%), Comstock Public Schools (about 13%) and Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools (about 7%). Confirm each address with the district.

  • Property taxes: 2025 homestead (PRE) totals from 32.6929 to 35.6315 mills, depending on the school district. Rates vary by school district and exclude special assessments; see the county’s 2025 millage table.

  • Township website: paviliontwpmi.gov

Homes for sale in Pavilion Township

Search current homes for sale with a Scotts address, which covers much of Pavilion Township, then save a search to hear about new listings. Other Pavilion homes carry Kalamazoo, Vicksburg or Portage addresses, and some Scotts addresses are in Climax Township, so check the municipality on each listing.

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Pavilion Township housing market trends

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

  • Active listings: 7 (median list price $400,000)

  • Sold in the last 30 days: 2 homes (too few sales for a meaningful median)

  • Sold in the last 12 months: 72 homes, median sale price $337,300

  • Median days on market: 7.5 (homes sold in the last 12 months)

  • Months of supply: 1.2 (active listings divided by average monthly sales over the last 12 months)

Small sample: only 7 active listings right now, so the active-listing figures and the 30-day numbers can swing noticeably from month to month. Treat them as a rough guide and ask us for a property-specific price analysis.

Source: Southwest Michigan MLS via Flexmls, as of November 11, 2026. Residential listings; Municipality = Pavilion 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 Pavilion Township?

The township’s own community imagery highlights Long Lake, Pickeral Lake, Indian Lake, homes on Deep Point and cropland near Scotts. These are helpful clues to Pavilion’s varied landscape: water is part of the story, but so is working land.

The township’s history connects Scotts with the arrival of the railroad in the 1870s and the movement of agricultural products to wider markets. The old depot site at 36th Street and the tracks, and the school bell displayed at the Scotts Community Center, give that history specific local reference points.

What parks are in Pavilion Township?

Scotts Mill County Park is in Pavilion Township on South 35th Street, south of Q Avenue. Its historic water-powered grist mill is the central landmark, accompanied by woods, a pond and places to walk, fish and picnic.

The park’s current visitor page lists a playground, hiking trails, fishing and a picnic shelter. It is a county-operated destination rather than a township subdivision amenity. Current park information is the place to check entry arrangements, shelter reservations and events before planning a visit.

What school districts serve Pavilion Township?

Five districts serve parts of the township. U.S. Census Bureau school-district boundaries show Vicksburg Community Schools covering about 39% of the township’s area, Climax-Scotts Community Schools about 25%, Portage Public Schools about 16%, Comstock Public Schools about 13% and Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools about 7%. Confirm school assignment with the district for the specific address.

What should buyers check before buying in Pavilion Township?

For a lake-area home, the useful details include the shoreline relationship, any documented access, outdoor maintenance and the condition of the house and its systems. For a property near agricultural land, consider the lot’s usable area, neighboring land uses and the practicality of your proposed outbuilding or workspace.

The township map is a better guide than the mailing city alone. Long Lake, Indian Lake and Scotts are meaningful local names, but none should substitute for confirming the particular parcel and the township’s current zoning provisions.

Pavilion’s official service page explains that sewer and water questions can involve several entities, including South County Sewer and Water Authority, Kalamazoo County, Portage and the township for certain Long Lake matters. That makes service responsibility an especially important part of a Pavilion purchase.

Ask which entity serves the address, whether a private system is involved, and whether connection charges or assessments apply. The township also provides building, road and zoning resources. Confirm school assignment directly with the appropriate district, and test work and shopping routes from the individual home rather than using a township-wide commute estimate.

Property taxes depend on the school district. The county’s 2025 millage table lists homestead (PRE) totals of 32.8929 mills in the Vicksburg part of the township, 33.5929 in the Climax-Scotts part, 35.6315 in the Portage part, 32.7887 in the Comstock part and 32.6929 in the Galesburg-Augusta part. Non-homestead totals run from 50.6029 to 53.2010 mills.

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Frequently asked questions about Pavilion Township

Where is Pavilion Township?

Pavilion Township is in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. It borders the City of Portage and Brady, Climax and Comstock townships, and includes the unincorporated Scotts area. Its center is about 10 miles by road from downtown Kalamazoo.

How many people live in Pavilion Township?

The 2020 U.S. Census counted 6,387 residents in Pavilion Township.

What school districts serve Pavilion Township?

Vicksburg, Climax-Scotts, Portage, Comstock and Galesburg-Augusta districts each serve part of the township. Confirm the district for a specific address with the district.

Is Scotts Mill County Park in Pavilion Township?

Yes. The county’s parks plan locates it on South 35th Street, south of Q Avenue, in Pavilion Township.

Does Pavilion have a single water and sewer provider?

The township says several entities can be involved. Confirm the provider and actual service arrangement for the property.

Is every Pavilion property a lake property?

No. The township includes lake areas as well as cropland and the Scotts area. Waterfront or access rights must be established for the individual parcel.

What are property tax rates in Pavilion Township?

In 2025 the homestead (PRE) millage totals ranged from 32.6929 mills (Galesburg-Augusta area) to 35.6315 mills (Portage area), with 32.8929 in the Vicksburg 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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