Barry Township
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Barry Township is a township, part of Delton Kellogg Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $282,000.
9 homes for sale·Median $282K·Walkability 2.5/10·Schools 5.5/10
Head out this way and you'll feel the shift immediately—acreage opens up, trees thicken, and that country breathing room takes over while you're still just minutes from what you need. Homes sit on lots measured in acres rather than fractions, with mature trees, fenced backyards, and room to actually use your land; ranch and Cape Cod builds dominate, many with full basements and attached garages, some on ponds with decks facing the woods. Grocery and restaurant access stays close—just steps from where you are—so you're not trading convenience for space, and Cadwallader Park lands about a mile and a half down the road if you want a quick outing. Drive north toward Gull Lake or east toward Hickory Corners and you're tapping into a quieter corner of the region, though Gerald R. Ford Airport sits roughly 55 minutes south if you need it. The tone here is long driveways, storage in the kitchen, sun porches, and the kind of setup where you can actually see your property line—classic township living without feeling cut off.
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Why people love it here
Lake life
- Crooked Lake within walking distance
- School Pond: 11 min walk
- Shallow Gilkey Lake: 8 min bike
$87K median household income
- $282K median · 26 sales in last 12mo
DeltonKellogg High School
- High — 3.2 mi away
- Delton Kellogg Schools
- 4 rated schools in district
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Median home price in Barry Township
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,917/mo
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26 homes sold in Barry Township this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Cadwallader Park
1.6 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Crooked Lake
0.3 mi
Median Income
$87K
Household
Median Sale Price
$282K
26 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,150 – $1,650 · wider-area estimate
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 8/10
School District: Delton Kellogg Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Cadwallader Park
Playground on Doster Rd
School Pond
+1 more
Bluebird Trail
Delton District Library
Most of Barry Township is policed by the Barry County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (415 per 100,000 residents) and burglary (141 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
For perspective, homicide — the most serious crime — was reported at about 0.002% of the population, roughly 1 in 50,000 residents.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 415 |
| Burglary | 141 |
| Aggravated assault | 82 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 50 |
| Rape | 41 |
| Homicide | 2 |
| Robbery | 0 |
| Arson | 0 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Barry County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Barry County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Barry Township alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Barry Township home (around $282,450) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $48k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,785 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Barry Township household earns $87,316 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $554,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,785/mo | $47,594 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,072/mo | $55,259 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,169/mo | $57,836 |
Estimates use a 6.66% 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 and median property taxes, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
8 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$18K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$154K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Barry Township, 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.
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.
Solar potential
~$913/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,387 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township (Gun Lake area); individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic; some lake-area sewer authority service possible.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Standard provider.
Confirm by addressSource: barrytownshipmi.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Barry Township 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.
Median Income
$87K
Home Value (Census)
$295K
Expected Rent
$1,400/mo
$1,150 – $1,650 · wider-area estimate
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Living in Barry Township: the details
Is Barry Township a good place to live?
If you're after green space nearby, Barry Township is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. When it comes to errands, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This township is part of Delton Kellogg Schools. Expect prices centered around $282,000.
What does it cost to live in Barry Township?
The typical home in Barry Township goes for around $282,000. There are 9 homes for sale here right now and 26 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Barry Township
- What do homes cost in Barry Township?
- The median home value in Barry Township is about $282,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Barry Township housing market?
- there are 9 homes for sale in Barry Township right now, and 26 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Barry Township?
- Barry Township is served by Delton Kellogg Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is DeltonKellogg High School (8/10).
- Is Barry Township walkable?
- Barry Township scores 2.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
