Jacob Sitter (modern "Seder") was the first recognized permanent settler in Argyle Township.

On 1 July 1861 Jacob purchased 320 acres in Argyle Township (from the state of Michigan), on which he first built a two-story barn for his livestock (first story) and his family (second story).

[6] As of the census[1] of 2000, there were 770 people, 275 households, and 213 families residing in the township.

There were 326 housing units at an average density of 9.0 per square mile (3.5/km2).

19.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.