Schoolcraft Township, MI: Homes for Sale & Local Guide

Schoolcraft Township is home to 9,183 people (2020 Census, including the Village of Schoolcraft and most of the Village of Vicksburg) south of Portage, Michigan. Developed lake areas, rural land and Swan Park sit between its two village centers. It suits buyers who want lake-area or rural homes in Vicksburg or Schoolcraft schools.

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

Schoolcraft Township at a glance

  • Type: Township in Kalamazoo County, Michigan

  • Population: 9,183 (2020 U.S. Census, including the Village of Schoolcraft and most of the Village of Vicksburg)

  • Borders: Brady Township, City of Portage, Park Township (St. Joseph County) and Prairie Ronde Township

  • Drive to downtown Kalamazoo: about 17.4 miles, roughly 25 minutes without traffic, from the center of the township to Kalamazoo City Hall (OpenStreetMap routing)

  • Area: about 34.3 square miles

  • School districts: Vicksburg Community Schools (about 57% of the township’s area) and Schoolcraft Community Schools (about 43%). Confirm each address with the district.

  • Property taxes: 2025 homestead (PRE) totals of 32.2718 mills (Vicksburg schools) and 32.6718 (Schoolcraft schools) outside the villages. Rates vary by school district and exclude special assessments; see the county’s 2025 millage table.

  • Township website: schoolcrafttownshipmi.gov

Homes for sale in Schoolcraft Township

Search current homes for sale with Schoolcraft and Vicksburg addresses, which cover Schoolcraft Township, then save a search to hear about new listings. These mailing areas also include both villages and neighboring townships, so check the municipality on each listing.

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Schoolcraft Township housing market trends

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

  • Active listings: 7 (median list price $364,900)

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

  • Sold in the last 12 months: 55 homes, median sale price $352,000

  • Median days on market: 9 (homes sold in the last 12 months)

  • Months of supply: 1.5 (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 = Schoolcraft Twp, Kalamazoo County. Excludes the Villages of Schoolcraft and Vicksburg, which the MLS lists separately. 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 Schoolcraft Township?

The township’s 2024 planning materials place it south of Portage, with Schoolcraft village toward the west and the Vicksburg village area toward the east. The plan balances a rural identity with the pressures and opportunities of residential growth.

The same planning work gives particular attention to developed lake areas and the protection of water quality. It discusses existing waterfront settlement patterns and the importance of avoiding more intensive development without appropriate infrastructure. That is useful context for a lake-area purchase, not a guarantee that a particular lot can be expanded or divided.

The township website links both Schoolcraft and Vicksburg schools and libraries, as well as the villages themselves. These connections help explain why a township resident’s everyday activities may extend toward either village center.

Schoolcraft village is specifically within Schoolcraft Township. A Vicksburg or Schoolcraft mailing address, however, still needs a parcel check to establish all relevant boundaries. When comparing homes, separate proximity to a village destination from actually being inside that village’s limits.

What parks are in Schoolcraft Township?

Swan Park sits on the township hall property at 50 East VW Avenue. The township describes walking paths with paved and gravel surfaces, a playground, a pavilion, Little League fields and soccer fields. It is a township recreation destination separate from either village’s parks.

The park makes a useful stop when exploring the area because it connects the township’s public office and outdoor facilities in one location. Check current seasonal facility information and field arrangements before planning a gathering or organized activity.

What school districts serve Schoolcraft Township?

U.S. Census Bureau school-district boundaries show Vicksburg Community Schools covering about 57% of the township’s area and Schoolcraft Community Schools about 43%. Confirm school assignment with the district for the specific address.

What should buyers check before buying in Schoolcraft Township?

For a lake-area property, establish the exact frontage or access rights and review the home’s service arrangements, shoreline-related responsibilities and any applicable assessments. For a more rural parcel, compare usable land, access and neighboring uses with your intended plans.

The township provides zoning, building and assessing resources. Use the current ordinance and the parcel’s records for an addition or land-use question rather than treating the master plan as permission. Confirm school assignment directly, and drive the actual routes toward Portage, Schoolcraft or Vicksburg that would be part of your week.

Property taxes depend on the school district. The county’s 2025 millage table lists homestead (PRE) totals of 32.2718 mills in the Vicksburg schools part of the township and 32.6718 mills in the Schoolcraft schools part (50.2718 and 50.6718 non-homestead). Homes inside the Village of Schoolcraft or the Village of Vicksburg pay village millage too.

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Frequently asked questions about Schoolcraft Township

Where is Schoolcraft Township?

Schoolcraft Township is in southern Kalamazoo County, Michigan, south of the City of Portage. It borders Brady and Prairie Ronde townships and Park Township in St. Joseph County, and includes the Village of Schoolcraft and most of the Village of Vicksburg.

How many people live in Schoolcraft Township?

The 2020 U.S. Census counted 9,183 residents in Schoolcraft Township, including residents of the Village of Schoolcraft and the part of the Village of Vicksburg within it.

What school districts serve Schoolcraft Township?

Vicksburg Community Schools serves most of the township and Schoolcraft Community Schools serves the rest. Confirm the district for a specific address with the district.

Is Schoolcraft Township the same as Schoolcraft village?

No. The village is within the township but has its own government and services. Keep both entities clear when researching a parcel.

Where is Swan Park?

Swan Park is on the township hall grounds at 50 East VW Avenue and includes walking, play and sports facilities.

Does the township connect with both Schoolcraft and Vicksburg?

Yes. Its website links schools, libraries and village resources for both communities. Check the exact property for municipal and school boundaries.

What are property tax rates in Schoolcraft Township?

In 2025 the homestead (PRE) millage totals outside the villages were 32.2718 mills in the Vicksburg school area and 32.6718 mills in the Schoolcraft school 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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