Courtland
Great schools with outdoor access
29 homes for sale·Median $487K·Walkability 2.2/10·Schools 6.5/10
Sunrise over the lakes here is something special—that's when you see why people actually choose to stay. It's about 28 minutes south to downtown Grand Rapids, but honestly, you don't feel like you're commuting to the city; you feel like you're leaving it. The township has real space—23,000 acres with a rural character that somehow coexists with serious walkability: a grocery store is a 4-minute walk away, and you've got 84 restaurants within a mile, so you're not driving to eat. Myers Lake sits just a mile and a half down the road, part of a network of waterfront properties that define the landscape. The Rogue River and White Pine Trail State Park cut through the area, drawing runners, bikers, and walkers daily—there's actual infrastructure here, not just empty roads. Homes run around $433,000, and Rockford Public Schools serves the area. You're in Kent County, part of the Grand Rapids metro, but the township reads and feels completely different: places like Evans and Courtland Center date back to 1838, and that historical anchor still matters. Most people own their homes and stay put. It's the kind of place where you can have land, trails, and restaurants all within reach—no choosing between one or the other.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Myers Lake within walking distance
- Courtland Township Park: 11 min bike
- Little Myers Lake: 11 min bike
$110K median household income
- $487K median · 100 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Courtland
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,306/mo
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100 homes sold in Courtland this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
MYERS LAKE COUNTY PARK
1.5 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Myers Lake
0.0 mi
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Ric's Food Center
North Kent Golf Course Inc.
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
St. Julian Winery & Distillery Tasting Room
Courtland Township Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Little Myers Lake
+1 more
MYERS LAKE COUNTY PARK Beach
Scenic Overlook
dog_park
Green Trail
Rogue River Launch (A-41-102)
MVP Fitness
Krause Memorial Library
Northstar Cinema
Most of Courtland is policed by the Kent County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (660 per 100,000 residents) and aggravated assault (108 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
No homicides were reported in 2024.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 660 |
| Aggravated assault | 108 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 76 |
| Burglary | 66 |
| Rape | 43 |
| Robbery | 5 |
| Arson | 5 |
| Homicide | 0 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Kent County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Kent County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Courtland alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Courtland home (around $487,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $79k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,960 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Courtland household earns $109,554 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $700,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,960/mo | $78,938 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,450/mo | $92,008 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,614/mo | $96,378 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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
9 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$38K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$210K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Courtland, 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
~$870/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,347 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Septic - individual (North Kent Sewer Authority in pockets)
Mostly individual septic; member community of North Kent Sewer Authority for serviced areas.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Pockets may be Great Lakes Energy cooperative.
Confirm by addressSource: courtlandtwpmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Courtland 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
$110K
Home Value (Census)
$324K
🛒 Grocery(4)
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Ric's Food Center
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(12)
North Kent Golf Course Inc.
Restaurant
Nuvu Fuels
Restaurant
Fatzo's Pizza
Restaurant
Piccadilly Circus Pizza
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(11)
St. Julian Winery & Distillery Tasting Room
Bar
Flo's Wood Fired Pizzeria
Bar
Cinco De Mayo
Bar
+8 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(7)
Blessed Virgin School
Parkside Elementary
School
Valley View School
East Rockford Middle School
School
+2 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(3)
MVP Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center on Unnamed
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(6)
Green Trail
Bike Path
White Pine Trail
Bike Path
Green Loop - Alternate
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
📚 Libraries(1)
Krause Memorial Library
Frequently asked about Courtland
- What do homes cost in Courtland?
- The median home value in Courtland is about $487,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Courtland housing market?
- there are 29 homes for sale in Courtland right now, and 100 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Courtland?
- Courtland is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Cedar View Elementary School (7/10).
- Is Courtland walkable?
- Courtland scores 2.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
