Herrington
Strong schools draw families here
Median $393K·Walkability 1.1/10·Schools 4.4/10
...so what you're dealing with out here is genuine countryside—rolling acreage, accessory buildings, the kind of land where three to five acres isn't unusual and people actually use the space. The Musketawa Trail runs through the area, which means biking and walking access without having to drive somewhere first. Downtown Grand Rapids is about 18 minutes away, and the beach at Grand Haven sits just over half an hour out, so you're not stranded in rural isolation—you can get to either in a reasonable commute. Veterans Park is a couple miles off if you need something formal, but mostly the draw here is the property itself: newer ranch construction sitting alongside older farmhouse styles, open layouts, land that splits easily, barns and outbuildings that come with the deal. It's the kind of place where "country living" isn't marketing language but the actual setup—you get breathing room, and the infrastructure supports it.
Why people love it here
Coopersville Middle School
- Middle — 4.3 mi away
- Coopersville Area
- 3 rated schools in district
$393K median
- 4 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Herrington
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,666/mo
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4 homes sold in Herrington this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 7/10
School District: Coopersville Area Public School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Boxcar Bargains
Rinaldi Pizza & Sub Shop
The Depot Cafe
The Pickle Back
Veterans Park
Unnamed playground
Mud Lake
Sand Creek Trail
Musketawa Trail
gym
Fruit Ridge/4 Mile (NB)
KDL Walker Branch
Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Crime in Herrington is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Herrington home (around $392,750) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $71k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,648 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,648/mo | $70,601 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,047/mo | $81,259 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,182/mo | $84,842 |
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, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Local Government · area-wide
Wright Township
Source: wrighttownshipottawami.gov · unconfirmed
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Solar potential
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,397 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Rural township; individual septic.
Resident-arranged hauler
Residents contract private hauler.
Consumers Energy / SEMCO Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressWright-Tallmadge Fire Department
Joint fire dept serving Wright and Tallmadge townships, 1565 Jackson St, Marne.
Services for Wright · Source: wrighttownshipottawami.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Herrington 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.
Nearest Park
Veterans Park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Rinaldi Pizza & Sub Shop
Restaurant
Interurban Depot Cafe
Restaurant
76 Diner Coopersville
Restaurant
Gas Station deli
Restaurant
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(1)
The Depot Cafe
Café
🏫 Schools(17)
Clayton School
Carroll School
Miller School
Wilson School
Diamond School
+12 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Walker Ice & Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🚴 Trails(5)
Musketawa Trail
Bike Path
Musketawa Trail
Bike Path
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
🚌 Transit(21)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+18 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
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Frequently asked about Herrington
- What do homes cost in Herrington?
- The median home value in Herrington is about $392,750. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Herrington housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Herrington right now, and 4 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Herrington?
- Herrington is served by Coopersville Area Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Coopersville Middle School (7/10).
- Is Herrington walkable?
- Herrington scores 1.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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