Colfax Township (County-subdivision)
Great schools with outdoor access
10 homes for sale·Median $270K·Schools 6.6/10
Properties out here tend to sit on substantial acreage—think 3, 7, 9 acres or more—with room for barns, pole structures, and genuine land to work with. These are homes built for space, many from the mid-20th century onward, updated steadily over the years with new roofs, septic systems, and kitchens that reflect decades of care. Clear Lake runs through the area, drawing attention from golf courses and recreation zones nearby, and the setting feels rooted in woods and wildlife rather than dense development.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Clear Lake within walking distance
Riverview Elementary School
- Elementary — 4.5 mi away
- Big Rapids
- 5 rated schools in district
$270K median
- 15 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Colfax Township (County-subdivision)
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,833/mo
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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15 homes sold in Colfax Township (County-subdivision) this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 4/10 to 10/10
School District: Big Rapids Public Schools
Most of Colfax Township (County-subdivision) is policed by the Mecosta County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (598 per 100,000 residents) and aggravated assault (259 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.003% of the population, roughly 1 in 33,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 598 |
| Aggravated assault | 259 |
| Burglary | 116 |
| Rape | 33 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 33 |
| Arson | 9 |
| Homicide | 3 |
| Robbery | 3 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Mecosta County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Mecosta County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Colfax Township (County-subdivision) alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Colfax Township (County-subdivision) home (around $270,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $48k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,787 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,787/mo | $47,662 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,058/mo | $54,880 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,148/mo | $57,289 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
3 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$18K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$30K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Colfax Township (County-subdivision), and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Local Government
Colfax Township
unconfirmed
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
On-site septic.
Resident-arranged private hauler
No municipal collection.
Service splits by location — other areas may be served by Great Lakes Energy. Confirm by address.
Confirm by addressConsumers Energy / SEMCO / propane (LP)
Rural areas often LP/propane.
Confirm by addressBig Rapids DPS Fire / area township departments (mutual aid)
Big Rapids Fire provides medical/rescue to west half of Colfax Twp; automatic mutual aid arrangement.
Source: findenergy.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Colfax Township (County-subdivision) are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Frequently asked about Colfax Township (County-subdivision)
- What do homes cost in Colfax Township (County-subdivision)?
- The median home value in Colfax Township (County-subdivision) is about $270,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Colfax Township (County-subdivision) housing market?
- there are 10 homes for sale in Colfax Township (County-subdivision) right now, and 15 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Colfax Township (County-subdivision)?
- Colfax Township (County-subdivision) is served by Big Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Riverview Elementary School (10/10).
