Wakeshma Township, MI: Homes for Sale & Local Guide

Wakeshma Township is home to 1,341 people (2020 Census) in the southeast corner of Kalamazoo County, Michigan, centered on the unincorporated community of Fulton. Farmland, lower-density homes and Fulton State Game Area define its setting. It suits buyers who want rural property, with Vicksburg, Athens and three other districts serving different parts.

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

Wakeshma Township at a glance

  • Type: Township in Kalamazoo County, Michigan

  • Population: 1,341 (2020 U.S. Census)

  • Borders: Athens Township (Calhoun County), Brady Township, Climax Township and Leonidas Township (St. Joseph County)

  • Drive to downtown Kalamazoo: about 23.2 miles, roughly 40 minutes without traffic, from the center of the township to Kalamazoo City Hall (OpenStreetMap routing)

  • Area: about 36.1 square miles

  • School districts: Vicksburg Community Schools (about 70% of the township’s area), Athens Area Schools (about 24%), Colon Community Schools (about 4%) and Climax-Scotts Community Schools (about 2%). Confirm each address with the district.

  • Property taxes: 2025 homestead (PRE) totals from 30.9534 to 36.3076 mills, depending on the school district. Rates vary by school district and exclude special assessments; see the county’s 2025 millage table.

  • Township website: wakeshmatownship.com

Homes for sale in Wakeshma Township

Search current homes for sale with a Fulton address, the township’s community center, then save a search to hear about new listings. Some Wakeshma homes carry neighboring mailing addresses, so check the municipality on each listing and ask us about homes this search may miss.

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Wakeshma Township housing market trends

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

  • Active listings: 1

  • Sold in the last 30 days: none recorded

  • Sold in the last 12 months: 6 homes, median sale price $346,200

  • Median days on market: 36 (homes sold in the last 12 months)

  • Months of supply: 2.0 (active listings divided by average monthly sales over the last 12 months)

Small sample: only 6 sales in the last 12 months and 1 active listing, so these figures 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 = Wakeshma 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 Wakeshma Township?

Kalamazoo Public Library’s local-history resources describe Wakeshma as the county’s southeasternmost township and identify Fulton, also historically called Wakeshma Center, as its unincorporated community center. The township office remains on South 42nd Street in Fulton.

The township’s published zoning materials emphasize agriculture outside Fulton and a more concentrated mix of residential and commercial uses around the community center. Those documents explain the longstanding pattern, but a current zoning review is still necessary for a specific use. Fulton is not one of Kalamazoo County’s incorporated villages.

What public land is in Wakeshma Township?

Michigan DNR identifies Fulton State Game Area within Wakeshma Township. Its management plan focuses on wildlife habitat and public hunting and trapping, rather than the developed beach, playground or sports-field experience of a county park.

That distinction matters when comparing recreation nearby. Consult the DNR’s current maps, seasonal regulations and access information before visiting. A property’s proximity to the game area does not create private access through neighboring land or establish what can be done on the property itself.

What school districts serve Wakeshma Township?

The township’s school-district page identifies Athens, Climax-Scotts, Colon, Mendon and Vicksburg. A Fulton mailing address therefore cannot tell you the district by itself, and it should not be confused with the unrelated Fulton Schools district elsewhere in Michigan.

Confirm the parcel’s district and the current assignment directly, then research programs and transportation using the district’s own information. Two properties in the same township can have different enrollment and daily travel arrangements.

U.S. Census Bureau school-district boundaries show Vicksburg Community Schools covering about 70% of the township’s area, Athens Area Schools about 24%, Colon Community Schools about 4% and Climax-Scotts Community Schools about 2%.

What should buyers check before buying in Wakeshma Township?

If you are looking for room for an outbuilding, animals, a garden or a different use of the land, describe those plans before narrowing the search. Compare the actual usable area, road access, easements and condition of existing improvements rather than assuming that acreage answers every question.

The township provides building, road and local-service resources. Confirm private well and sewage arrangements where applicable, and review soils and the proposed building site for vacant land. Drive the routes you would use for work, shopping and other regular stops; a rural location should be evaluated from the actual address, not a generic commute promise.

Property taxes depend on the school district. The county’s 2025 millage table lists homestead (PRE) totals of 35.6076 mills in the Vicksburg part of the township, 32.0894 in the Athens part, 36.3076 in the Climax-Scotts part, 30.9534 in the Colon part and 33.8828 in the Mendon part. Non-homestead totals run from 48.9534 to 53.7533 mills.

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Frequently asked questions about Wakeshma Township

Where is Wakeshma Township?

Wakeshma Township is the southeasternmost township in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. It borders Brady and Climax townships, Athens Township in Calhoun County and Leonidas Township in St. Joseph County. Fulton is its unincorporated community center.

How many people live in Wakeshma Township?

The 2020 U.S. Census counted 1,341 residents in Wakeshma Township.

Is Fulton an incorporated village?

No. Fulton is the unincorporated community center identified within Wakeshma Township. It is not among the county’s five incorporated villages.

Does all of Wakeshma use one school district?

No. The township identifies Athens, Climax-Scotts, Colon, Mendon and Vicksburg districts. Confirm the address directly.

Is Fulton State Game Area a developed county park?

No. It is DNR-managed wildlife land with a management focus that includes hunting and trapping. Use current DNR maps and regulations to plan a visit.

What are property tax rates in Wakeshma Township?

In 2025 the homestead (PRE) millage totals ranged from 30.9534 mills (Colon area) to 36.3076 mills (Climax-Scotts area), with 35.6076 in the Vicksburg area and 32.0894 in the Athens 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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