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Eviction in Ottawa County, Michigan

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

Quick facts: eviction in Ottawa County

Eviction court
58th District Court (Ottawa County) - Holland, Grand Haven and Hudsonville — District court Court page
Filing fee
Possession only: $55. Possession plus money judgment: $90 (claim under $600), $110 ($601-$1,750), $130 ($1,751-$10,000), $215 ($10,001-$25,000). Order of eviction: $15. 58th District Court - Civil Filing Fees
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)
$1,519/month HUD
Renter households
23,074 (21% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Ottawa County

Eviction cases in Ottawa County are heard by the 58th District Court (Ottawa County) - Holland, Grand Haven and Hudsonville (District court).

Court eviction page · E-filing

Landlord-tenant summary proceedings are filed at the court location for the property's ZIP code: Holland 49422, 49423, 49424, 49460, 49464; Hudsonville 49401, 49403, 49426, 49427, 49428, 49435, 49544; Grand Haven 49404, 49409, 49417, 49456, 49448. Hours Mon-Thu 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri 9:00am-5:00pm.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Ottawa County

Possession only: $55. Possession plus money judgment: $90 (claim under $600), $110 ($601-$1,750), $130 ($1,751-$10,000), $215 ($10,001-$25,000). Order of eviction: $15.

Service fees are separate.

Source: 58th District Court - Civil Filing Fees

The Michigan eviction process

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

  1. 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)
  2. Landlord files a complaint in district court, attaching the notice and written lease (MCR 4.201(B))
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Removal of the tenant and belongings by a court officer, bailiff, or sheriff/deputy executing the order

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Rent in Ottawa County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Holland-Grand Haven, MI HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$1,047
1 bedroom$1,333
2 bedrooms$1,519
3 bedrooms$1,930
4 bedrooms$2,256

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Ottawa County: $1,211/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified. City rules, if any, are on city pages.

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Ottawa County?
Eviction cases in Ottawa County are filed with the 58th District Court (Ottawa County) - Holland, Grand Haven and Hudsonville.
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Ottawa County?
Possession only: $55. Possession plus money judgment: $90 (claim under $600), $110 ($601-$1,750), $130 ($1,751-$10,000), $215 ($10,001-$25,000). Order of eviction: $15.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Ottawa County?
Legal Aid of Western Michigan - Holland office.
What is the fair market rent in Ottawa County?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,519 per month (1-bedroom: $1,333).

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.