Hersey
Solid value in a growing area
8 homes for sale·Median $185K·Schools 6.0/10
Out here, the land stretches in a mix of open acreage and riverside views, with the Muskegon River running through as a genuine draw for those who want water access without leaving home. You'll find everything from farmhouses on sprawling lots to updated ranches with wraparound decks and river frontage, the kind of places where a 1.75-acre parcel or riverside cabin feels like the whole point—room to breathe, views that reach for miles, space that actually means something. A coffee run takes you about three miles inland, but there's a restaurant within walking distance, and Linden Street Park sits right at the edge of the neighborhood if you want a quick green space. Woodbeck Lake is less than a mile away for anyone drawn to water. The character here is straightforward country living: detached garages, outdoor space that people clearly use, hardwood floors and stone countertops in the newer builds, the sort of place where "recently updated" or "completely rebuilt" shows up often enough in local sales to suggest people are genuinely investing in staying put rather than passing through.
Why people love it here
$57K median household income
- $185K median · 25 sales in last 12mo
Explore Hersey
Same name, different focus — Hersey is also covered as:
- Hersey Village — village details
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Hersey
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,256/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.
Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS Consumer Access
25 homes sold in Hersey this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthBased on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
School District: Reed City Area Public Schools
Most of Hersey is policed by the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. Across that jurisdiction in 2024, the most common reported offenses were larceny / theft (365 per 100,000 residents) and burglary (170 per 100,000 residents), per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.
No homicides were reported in 2024.
| Offense type | Per 100k residents |
|---|---|
| Larceny / theft | 365 |
| Burglary | 170 |
| Aggravated assault | 123 |
| Rape | 77 |
| Motor-vehicle theft | 77 |
| Arson | 10 |
| Homicide | 0 |
| Robbery | 0 |
Reported offenses per 100,000 residents, Osceola County Sheriff's Office, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024). Figures cover the Osceola County Sheriff's Office's full jurisdiction (the county's unincorporated areas), not Hersey alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Hersey home (around $185,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $30k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,110 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Hersey household earns $57,288 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $378,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,110/mo | $29,598 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,295/mo | $34,543 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,357/mo | $36,194 |
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 and median property taxes, 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
1 parcel
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$13K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$19K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Hersey, 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.
Private well
Township outside municipal water area (Hersey village lacks municipal water/sewer)
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems
Private hauler (resident-arranged)
Resident-arranged hauler
Consumers Energy / propane
Natural gas where available; otherwise propane
Confirm by addressHersey Township Volunteer Fire Department
200 S Main St, Hersey
Source: cms4files.revize.com
Utility, solar, and service details for Hersey 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
$57K
Home Value (Census)
$139K
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
2.5 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about Hersey
- What do homes cost in Hersey?
- The median home value in Hersey is about $185,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Hersey housing market?
- there are 8 homes for sale in Hersey right now, and 25 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Hersey?
- Hersey is served by Reed City Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is GT Norman Elementary School (7/10).
Top contributors in Hersey
Detailed statistics are being computed for this location. Demographics, home values, schools, flood risk, and more will appear here automatically.
