Irving
Solid value in a growing area
The quick answer
Irving is a township, part of Thornapple Kellogg School District. Homes here typically sell for around $370,000.
11 homes for sale·Median $370K·Walkability 0.0/10·Schools 6.7/10
Early morning light hitting the rolling acres out here reveals what makes this stretch of Barry County special—genuine Michigan countryside where five-acre homesteads sit comfortably on small private hills, surrounded by open land that actually stays open. The nearest restaurant is about two miles away, close enough that dinner doesn't require a road trip but far enough that you're genuinely removed from traffic noise and the everyday bustle. A grocery store lands roughly 2.3 miles down the road, and coffee shops sit at about the same distance, which means the rhythm here is deliberate—you drive for what you need, not because you're isolated, but because there's actual space between things. Middleville State Game Area sits just 1.6 miles away for anyone who likes to get outside without leaving the area entirely. Homes tend toward practical layouts on substantial lots—three and four-bedroom houses with detached garages, updated kitchens, and the kind of foundation work that suggests people are settling in for the long haul rather than passing through. Getting to Gerald R. Ford airport takes roughly 40 minutes if you need to travel, which keeps the wider region accessible without dominating your daily life. This is the kind of place where a 1996 homestead or a freshly built ranch can coexist without tension, and where having land around you isn't a luxury—it's just how things are.
Why people love it here
$77K median household income
- $370K median · 42 sales in last 12mo
Lee Elementary School
- Elementary — 6.1 mi away
- Thornapple Kellogg
- 3 rated schools in district
Near the water
- Carter Lake — 0.8 mi
- Algonquin Lake: 16 min drive
- Irving Road Boating Access Site: 20 min drive
Explore Irving
Same name, different focus — Irving is also covered as:
- Irving Community — community details
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Median home price in Irving
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,512/mo
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42 homes sold in Irving this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Income
$77K
Household
Median Sale Price
$370K
42 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,200/mo
$1,050 – $1,350 · estimated range
Based on 3 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 8/10
School District: Thornapple Kellogg School District
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Middleville State Game Area
1.6 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Carter Lake
0.8 mi
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Sugarbush Lake
Most of Irving 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 Irving alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Irving home (around $370,000) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $62k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,318 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Irving household earns $77,266 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $476,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,318/mo | $61,802 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,694/mo | $71,843 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,821/mo | $75,219 |
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
5 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$29K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$230K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Irving, 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
~$919/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,428 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged.
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Standard provider.
Confirm by addressHastings, Freeport Area & Thornapple Township fire departments
Split coverage by three departments: Hastings FD, Freeport Area Volunteer FD, Thornapple Township Emergency Services.
Source: irvingtownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Irving 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
$77K
Home Value (Census)
$364K
Expected Rent
$1,200/mo
$1,050 – $1,350 · estimated range
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Living in Irving: the details
Is Irving a good place to live?
Irving suits buyers looking for green space nearby — here is what the data shows. For getting around, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This township is part of Thornapple Kellogg School District. The going price is around $370,000.
What does it cost to live in Irving?
Homes in Irving sell for a median of about $370,000. There are 11 homes for sale here right now and 42 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Irving
- What do homes cost in Irving?
- The median home value in Irving is about $370,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Irving housing market?
- there are 11 homes for sale in Irving right now, and 42 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Irving?
- Irving is served by Thornapple Kellogg School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lee Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Irving walkable?
- Irving scores 0.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
