Rutland
Surrounded by nature
The quick answer
Rutland is a township, part of Hastings Area School District. Homes here typically sell for around $390,000.
14 homes for sale·Median $390K·Walkability 1.1/10·Schools 6.0/10
Out here, your daily rhythm revolves around space and land—you're working with acreage, not lot lines, and your commute to Gerald R. Ford airport is about half an hour if you need it. The area sits just west of Hastings and draws people who want room to breathe: ranch homes with walkout basements and cathedral ceilings on multi-acre parcels, pole barns for storage, and deeded access to private lakes tucked into the landscape. You've got restaurants, a grocery store, and a coffee shop all within steps—the kind of convenience that doesn't feel suburban because you're surrounded by genuine country character. The Thornapple River runs through here, and Yankee Springs Recreation Area plus the Paul Henry Trail are close enough that weekend plans write themselves. Shopping and dining are surprisingly accessible considering how rural the setting feels, and the Thornapple Kellogg Schools district serves the neighborhood. It's the kind of place where you can build something substantial—literally and figuratively—without sacrificing quick access to what you need.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Twin Lakes within walking distance
- Edger Waterfowl Production Area: 12 min bike
- Airport Road Boating Access Site: 5 min drive
$91K median household income
- $390K median · 37 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Rutland
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,647/mo
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37 homes sold in Rutland this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Airport Road Boating Access Site
1.5 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Twin Lakes
0.0 mi
Median Income
$91K
Household
Median Sale Price
$390K
37 sales in last 12mo
Expected Rent
$1,375/mo
$1,275 – $1,500 · estimated range
Based on 1 rated school nearby
School District: Hastings Area School District
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Walmart Supercenter
Yankee Bill's Wood-Fired Saloon
+1 more
Starbucks
Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro
Edger Waterfowl Production Area
Playground on W Vedder Rd
Algonquin Lake
+1 more
West
Hastings Dog Park
Hastings Riverwalk
Snap Fitness
Hastings Pharmacy
Hastings Public Library
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Hastings 4
Most of Rutland 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 Rutland alone. Crime is reported at the jurisdiction level and varies block to block within any community.
To buy a median-priced Rutland home (around $389,900) at today's 6.66% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $63k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,351 (principal, interest, property tax, and insurance).
The typical Rutland household earns $91,133 — above what the median home requires. At that income, a buyer can afford roughly $584,000 with 20% down.
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,351/mo | $62,694 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,748/mo | $73,275 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,881/mo | $76,832 |
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
11 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$98K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$135K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Rutland, 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.
Local Government
Rutland Charter Township
Source: rutlandtownship.org · unconfirmed
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
~$905/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,337 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Charter township; individual wells outside serviced areas.
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 addressCity of Hastings / B.I.R.C. Fire Department
Covered by City of Hastings/B.I.R.C. fire department.
Source: rutlandtownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Rutland 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
$91K
Home Value (Census)
$274K
Expected Rent
$1,375/mo
$1,275 – $1,500 · estimated range
🛒 Grocery(4)
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+1 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
San Marcos
Restaurant
Fast Food
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(3)
🏫 Schools(13)
Yeckley School
Chidester School
Algonquin Lake School
Tanner School
Hastings High School
School
+8 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Grit Strength Systems
Fitness Center
DeepWater Grappling and Striking House
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Hastings Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(5)
Hastings Riverwalk
Bike Path
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(1)
Hastings Pharmacy
Pharmacy
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center on W Vedder Rd
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(1)
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Living in Rutland: the details
Is Rutland a good place to live?
Rutland is a strong fit if you want green space nearby — 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 Hastings Area School District. Homes here typically sell for around $390,000.
What does it cost to live in Rutland?
Homes in Rutland sell for a median of about $390,000. There are 14 homes for sale here right now and 37 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Rutland
- What do homes cost in Rutland?
- The median home value in Rutland is about $389,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Rutland housing market?
- there are 14 homes for sale in Rutland right now, and 37 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Rutland?
- Rutland is served by Hastings Area School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Hastings High School (6/10).
- Is Rutland walkable?
- Rutland scores 1.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
