Eviction in Calhoun County, Michigan

Where eviction cases are filed in Calhoun County, what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Calhoun County

Eviction court: 10th District Court (Calhoun County) — District court (landlord-tenant / summary proceedings) Court page
Notice before filing (state law): 7 days: written demand for possession (or written notice to quit) for nonpayment of rent before filing Michigan rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026): $1,176/month HUD
Renter households: 14,586 (27% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Calhoun County

Eviction cases in Calhoun County are heard by the 10th District Court (Calhoun County) (District court (landlord-tenant / summary proceedings)).

Court eviction page · E-filing · Search court records · Self-help center

The 10th District Court hears landlord-tenant cases (non-payment of rent, evictions, land contract forfeitures) for property in Calhoun County. Filers start by filing the proper forms and paying the required fees at the Clerk's Office; the court links to MiFILE and the Michigan Online Court Case Search.

How eviction cases work locally

Mediation	The court's landlord-tenant page points to Southeastern Dispute Resolution Services (517-990-0279) and MI-Resolve, the Michigan Supreme Court's free online mediation service. Source: Official source

The Michigan eviction process

Michigan state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Calhoun County:

Written notice: demand for possession (7 days nonpayment, health hazard/damage; 24 hours drug activity) or notice to quit (e.g., one rental period / 1 month for month-to-month)
Landlord files a complaint in district court, attaching the notice and written lease (MCR 4.201(B))
Summons and complaint served (mailed AND served personally, by certified restricted mail, on a household member, or by posting after diligent attempts) at least 3 days before the trial/appearance date
First hearing (often a pretrial): tenant answers orally or in writing, raises defenses/counterclaims, may demand a jury; if triable issues exist trial is usually set within about 7-14 days; possible 14-28 day stay for pending rental assistance; tenant who fails to appear may be defaulted
Judgment for possession (and any money judgment); in nonpayment cases, paying the judgment amount plus costs within the time allowed prevents the order of eviction
Order of Eviction (writ of restitution) may not issue until 10 days after judgment, except immediate issuance in listed cases (e.g., forcible entry, trespass, serious continuing health hazard, drug-activity cases); landlord must request it within 56 days of judgment
Removal of the tenant and belongings by a court officer, bailiff, or sheriff/deputy executing the order

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Rent in Calhoun County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Battle Creek, MI MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio	$833
1 bedroom	$976
2 bedrooms	$1,176
3 bedrooms	$1,410
4 bedrooms	$1,565

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Calhoun County: $968/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure follows state law. City rules, if any, are on city pages.

Eviction help in Calhoun County

Free legal help

Legal Services of South Central Michigan — Free legal advice and representation for low-income individuals, families and older adults in 13 counties including Calhoun; listed by the court at 269-965-3951.

Rental assistance

Local housing assistance listed by the 10th District Court — Call 2-1-1; Neighborhoods, Inc. (269-968-1113); Community Action Agency (269-965-7766); Salvation Army Battle Creek (269-966-4162).

Tenant and eviction lawyers in Calhoun County

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Calhoun County?

Eviction cases in Calhoun County are filed with the 10th District Court (Calhoun County).

Where can I get help with an eviction in Calhoun County?

Legal Services of South Central Michigan; Local housing assistance listed by the 10th District Court.

What is the fair market rent in Calhoun County?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,176 per month (1-bedroom: $976).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.