Nestled on 15 acres of serene hardwood forest, this property offers a secluded building site and a newly constructed 40'x60' pole barn. Located conveniently between Traverse City and Lake Michigan this property brings you all that Northern Michigan has to offer. The barn is designed for versatility, featuring 12' side walls, two 10'x10' garage doors, two entry doors, and three windows. It�s rough plumbed for a full bath, laundry, and kitchen, and has 2'' foam insulation under a 20'x40' concrete area, ideal for a potential barndomium. A private, winding driveway leads you over 1,000 feet through a picturesque wooded landscape abundant with wildlife, perfect for hunting and nature enthusiasts. Currently divided into a 5-acre and a 10-acre parcel, the property is in Almira Township, with further splits allowed. Enjoy the lower Benzie County taxes, an Empire address, and the beauty of Leelanau County just across the street. Nearby off-road trails and pristine inland lakes complete this exceptional offering for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers.
If you're in search of the perfect acreage building site on the western side of Leelanau County, you may have just found "the one"! This 4.76 acre parcel is located off pastoral Echo Valley Road and is part of a newly created neighborhood, Kettle Woods. A site that lends itself to a variety of home designs, but with a southerly slope would be perfect for a walkout design that seasonally would enjoy passive solar potential with a view of the surrounding ridge line across a seasonally maintained portion of Echo Valley Road. Kettle Woods is appropriately named given the "kettles" that were formed during the glacial times when massive glaciers slowly crossed the planet, moved the earth, and after melting, created depressions, or holes, on what is now part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore property, adjacent to the northern boundary of this one of a kind enclave. Located conveniently to Glen Arbor and Empire, just a few miles away, this neighborhood is the ideal location for your Up North get away, or permanent residence. Features include minimal common sense restrictions, good quality road access, and installed underground power. Cable will be available as well, but won't be installed until construction has commenced and a request for installation has been made. This is a truly magical location, and your limited opportunity to make your own magic, in Leelanau County!
If you've been in search of the perfect building site on the western side of Leelanau County, this could be "the one"! Located on the quiet rural byway Echo Valley Road, this unique offering is one of a small number of estate sized parcels in "Kettle Woods", aptly named after several "kettles" that are on the adjacent Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore property. "Kettle holes" formed during the glacial ice age, when large blocks of ice broke off glaciers, with extreme downward pressure, and when they eventually melted, left large depressions in the earth, creating either dry recesses, or kettle lakes, common to the area. There are three such formations within an easy walking distance of this 2.44 acre parcel with 557' bordering the Park. This partially cleared site is convenient to Glen Arbor or Empire, both just a few miles away, and has end of the road privacy. Kettle Woods is the ideal location for your Up North getaway, or permanent residence. Features include underground electric, minimal common sense building and use restrictions, great road access, and cable will be available when the first home commences construction and puts in a request for service. Echo Valley is truly a magical location. This is your limited opportunity to make your own magic, in Leelanau County!
If you're in search of the perfect acreage building site on the western side of Leelanau County, you may have just found "the one"! This 4.76 acre parcel is located off pastoral Echo Valley Road and is part of a newly created neighborhood, Kettle Woods. A site that lends itself to a variety of home designs, but with a southerly slope would be perfect for a walkout design that seasonally would enjoy passive solar potential with a view of the surrounding ridge line across a seasonally maintained portion of Echo Valley Road. Kettle Woods is appropriately named given the "kettles" that were formed during the glacial times when massive glaciers slowly crossed the planet, moved the earth, and after melting, created depressions, or holes, on what is now part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore property, adjacent to the northern boundary of this one of a kind enclave. Located conveniently to Glen Arbor and Empire, just a few miles away, this neighborhood is the ideal location for your Up North get away, or permanent residence. Features include minimal common sense restrictions, good quality road access, and installed underground power. Cable will be available as well, but won't be installed until construction has commenced and a request for installation has been made. This is a truly magical location, and your limited opportunity to make your own magic, in Leelanau County!
If you've been in search of the perfect building site on the western side of Leelanau County, this could be "the one"! Located on the quiet rural byway Echo Valley Road, this unique offering is one of a small number of estate sized parcels in "Kettle Woods", aptly named after several "kettles" that are on the adjacent Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore property. "Kettle holes" formed during the glacial ice age, when large blocks of ice broke off glaciers, with extreme downward pressure, and when they eventually melted, left large depressions in the earth, creating either dry recesses, or kettle lakes, common to the area. There are three such formations within an easy walking distance of this 2.44 acre parcel with 557' bordering the Park. This partially cleared site is convenient to Glen Arbor or Empire, both just a few miles away, and has end of the road privacy. Kettle Woods is the ideal location for your Up North getaway, or permanent residence. Features include underground electric, minimal common sense building and use restrictions, great road access, and cable will be available when the first home commences construction and puts in a request for service. Echo Valley is truly a magical location. This is your limited opportunity to make your own magic, in Leelanau County!
Bring your vision to life on this spacious, reasonably priced lot, nestled in the peaceful Empire Hills. The natural contours of the land provide a unique opportunity for a walkout design, allowing you to make the most of the scenic surroundings. With ample room to create your dream home and a backdrop of mature trees in the common area, offering extra privacy, this property is the perfect blank canvas for your Up North retreat. Stroll or bike into the charming village of Empire, where you can explore unique shops, enjoy local restaurants, and relax at the beautiful Lake Michigan beachââ?¬â??all less than a mile from your doorstep. For outdoor enthusiasts, the 20-mile Sleeping Bear Dunes Heritage Trail, hiking at Sleeping Bear Dunes, golfing, and wine tasting are just minutes away. Glen Arbor is a short 10-minute drive, and Traverse City is only 30 minutes away, keeping Northern Michiganââ?¬â?¢s best attractions within easy reach. With natural gas, underground electricity, and cable Internet ready at the road, this is your chance to claim a piece of Leelanau Countyââ?¬â?¢s stunning landscape and build your perfect retreat.
Located just outside of charming Empire, this parcel offers a rare opportunity to own one of the most affordable pieces of land in the area. The land is filled with beautiful, towering white pines and hardwoods, providing a natural setting for your future home. A prime building footprint at the north end of the parcel offers potential for a walkout design, while Westviewââ?¬â?¢s reasonable restrictionsââ?¬â??allowing homes with a minimum of 1,200 sq. ft. and accessory buildingsââ?¬â??ensure flexibility in your plans. The current owner has already flagged the buildable area, making it easy to envision your dream home. Less than a mile from the village, you'll enjoy easy access to quaint shops, family-owned eateries, and the stunning shores of Lake Michigan. Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Dunes Golf Club, and hiking and biking trails are just minutes away, while Traverse City is an easy 30 minutes. If youââ?¬â?¢ve been searching for your own slice of Up North paradise at an affordable price, this parcel is worth exploring.
Located just outside of charming Empire, this parcel offers a rare opportunity to own one of the most affordable pieces of land in the area. The land is filled with beautiful, towering white pines and hardwoods, providing a natural setting for your future home. A prime building footprint at the north end of the parcel offers potential for a walkout design, while Westviewâ??s reasonable restrictionsâ??allowing homes with a minimum of 1,200 sq. ft. and accessory buildingsâ??ensure flexibility in your plans. The current owner has already flagged the buildable area, making it easy to envision your dream home. Less than a mile from the village, you'll enjoy easy access to quaint shops, family-owned eateries, and the stunning shores of Lake Michigan. Glen Arbor, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Dunes Golf Club, and hiking and biking trails are just minutes away, while Traverse City is an easy 30 minutes. If youâ??ve been searching for your own slice of Up North paradise at an affordable price, this parcel is worth exploring.
40 acres of vacant land in the heart of Leelanau County! Incredible opportunity to acquire one of the last remaining large swaths of land in the area. Situated off of M-72 West, 7 miles east of Empire for a quick drive to Lake Michigan & Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, the property which is accessed by easement on seasonal Fritz Rd includes 25' of access frontage on rustic 5-acre Gilbert Lake. Heavily wooded with mature maple and a mix of beech, oak and hemlock for potential logging income. This serene location is perfect for maple syrup collecting, hunting, family compound, Up-North retreat, or anyone with an appreciation for the outdoors in it's pure Michigan state.
40 acres of vacant land in the heart of Leelanau County! Incredible opportunity to acquire one of the last remaining large swaths of land in the area. Situated off of M-72 West, 7 miles east of Empire for a quick drive to Lake Michigan & Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, the property which is accessed on seasonal Fritz Rd is heavily wooded with mature maple and a mix of beech, oak and hemlock for potential logging income. This serene location is perfect for maple syrup collecting, hunting, family compound, Up-North retreat, or anyone with an appreciation for the outdoors in it's pure Michigan state.
80 acres of vacant land in the heart of Leelanau County! Incredible opportunity to acquire one of the last remaining large swaths of land in the area. Situated off of M-72 West, 7 miles east of Empire for a quick drive to Lake Michigan & Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, the property which is comprised of two parcels of record has frontage on seasonal Fritz Rd & includes 25' of access frontage on rustic 5-acre Gilbert Lake. Heavily wooded with mature maple and a mix of beech, oak and hemlock for potential logging income. This serene location is perfect for maple syrup collecting, hunting, family compound, Up-North retreat, or anyone with an appreciation for the outdoors in it's pure Michigan state.
40 acres of vacant land in the heart of Leelanau County! Incredible opportunity to acquire one of the last remaining large swaths of land in the area. Situated off of M-72 West, 7 miles east of Empire for a quick drive to Lake Michigan & Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, the property which is accessed by easement on seasonal Fritz Rd includes 25' of access frontage on rustic 5-acre Gilbert Lake. Heavily wooded with mature maple and a mix of beech, oak and hemlock for potential logging income. This serene location is perfect for maple syrup collecting, hunting, family compound, Up-North retreat, or anyone with an appreciation for the outdoors in it's pure Michigan state.
40 acres of vacant land in the heart of Leelanau County! Incredible opportunity to acquire one of the last remaining large swaths of land in the area. Situated off of M-72 West, 7 miles east of Empire for a quick drive to Lake Michigan & Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, the property which is accessed on seasonal Fritz Rd is heavily wooded with mature maple and a mix of beech, oak and hemlock for potential logging income. This serene location is perfect for maple syrup collecting, hunting, family compound, Up-North retreat, or anyone with an appreciation for the outdoors in it's pure Michigan state.
80 acres of vacant land in the heart of Leelanau County! Incredible opportunity to acquire one of the last remaining large swaths of land in the area. Situated off of M-72 West, 7 miles east of Empire for a quick drive to Lake Michigan & Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, the property which is comprised of two parcels of record has frontage on seasonal Fritz Rd & includes 25' of access frontage on rustic 5-acre Gilbert Lake. Heavily wooded with mature maple and a mix of beech, oak and hemlock for potential logging income. This serene location is perfect for maple syrup collecting, hunting, family compound, Up-North retreat, or anyone with an appreciation for the outdoors in it's pure Michigan state.
LEELANAU CO VACANT PARCEL - 4.02 ACRES on W Empire Hwy (M-72) just East of Plowman Rd. Level and Open is Ready for Building. Zoning is "Gateway Mixed Use District" for Residential or Business Opportunities Close to Empire, Glen Lake, Lake Michigan, & Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Main Travel Route to and from Traverse City. Nice Wind-Row of Mature Trees Bordering One Side of the Parcel. Two Track Easement on West Property Line. Check it Out.
LEELANAU CO VACANT PARCEL - 4.02 ACRES on W Empire Hwy (M-72) just East of Plowman Rd. Level and Open is Ready for Building. Zoning is "Gateway Mixed Use District" for Residential or Business Opportunities Close to Empire, Glen Lake, Lake Michigan, & Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Main Travel Route to and from Traverse City. Nice Wind-Row of Mature Trees Bordering One Side of the Parcel. Two Track Easement on West Property Line. Check it Out.
Set in the peaceful Timber View Ridge development, this prime corner parcel presents an opportunity to bring your Up North home aspirations to life. With its mix of cleared and forested areas and a rolling topography, you have many choices when it comes to picking the perfect building spot. Imagine enjoying your morning coffee while relaxing on the covered back porch and finishing your day sitting around the bonfire under a star filled sky. You are sure to enjoy this quiet development and the privacy this generous sized parcel provides. Located on the southern side of Leelanau County in the Glen Lake School District, it is just 5 minutes from Empire, 10 minutes to Glen Arbor, and a short drive to numerous beautiful beaches, golfing, wineries, and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Traverse City is less than a 30 minute commute for business, pleasure, or work. Come and explore this picturesque parcel and begin dreaming of all the possibilities!
Set in the peaceful Timber View Ridge development, this prime corner parcel presents an opportunity to bring your Up North home aspirations to life. With its mix of cleared and forested areas and a rolling topography, you have many choices when it comes to picking the perfect building spot. Imagine enjoying your morning coffee while relaxing on the covered back porch and finishing your day sitting around the bonfire under a star filled sky. You are sure to enjoy this quiet development and the privacy this generous sized parcel provides. Located on the southern side of Leelanau County in the Glen Lake School District, it is just 5 minutes from Empire, 10 minutes to Glen Arbor, and a short drive to numerous beautiful beaches, golfing, wineries, and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Traverse City is less than a 30 minute commute for business, pleasure, or work. Come and explore this picturesque parcel and begin dreaming of all the possibilities!
Live among nature in this 3.41-acre plat situated at the end of a cul-de-sac on a private road of a small neighborhood of 11 home sites. A two-track leads you back into the proper and some tree removal has occurred in preparation of building. Minimal restrictions include minimum 1,000 sq ft dwelling, BOCA and modular homes that are built to MI Residential Code standards are permitted. Outbuildings are also permitted and boats, boat trailers, campers and recreational vehicles are allowed in enclosed areas. Best of all, this parcel backs up to 320 acres of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park land. Donâ??t miss this opportunity! Great location near Glen Arbor and Empire, just minutes from beaches, restaurants, shops and endless recreation opportunities.
Live among nature in this 3.41-acre plat situated at the end of a cul-de-sac on a private road of a small neighborhood of 11 home sites. A two-track leads you back into the proper and some tree removal has occurred in preparation of building. Minimal restrictions include minimum 1,000 sq ft dwelling, BOCA and modular homes that are built to MI Residential Code standards are permitted. Outbuildings are also permitted and boats, boat trailers, campers and recreational vehicles are allowed in enclosed areas. Best of all, this parcel backs up to 320 acres of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park land. Don�t miss this opportunity! Great location near Glen Arbor and Empire, just minutes from beaches, restaurants, shops and endless recreation opportunities.
Nestled in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, this property abuts a remote section of the park, effectively making these 10 secluded acres feel like 5,000 acres with its own lake. There are two ponds, a meadow and a forest, all teaming with wildlife. Close to Empire & Glen Arbor and only 30 minutes from downtown Traverse City. Many beaches & hiking trails nearby, with great cycling & mountain biking in the county. Great wineries, restaurants & the Dunes Golf Club nearby as well, but you'll never have to worry about massive development. Enjoy the night sky, unaffected by city light pollution. Zoned Ag/Res so the possibilities are endless. Build your dream home/hobby farm & start living the life you've been dreaming of.
Nestled in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, this property abuts a remote section of the park, effectively making these 10 secluded acres feel like 5,000 acres with its own lake. There are two ponds, a meadow and a forest, all teaming with wildlife. Close to Empire & Glen Arbor and only 30 minutes from downtown Traverse City. Many beaches & hiking trails nearby, with great cycling & mountain biking in the county. Great wineries, restaurants & the Dunes Golf Club nearby as well, but you'll never have to worry about massive development. Enjoy the night sky, unaffected by city light pollution. Zoned Ag/Res so the possibilities are endless. Build your dream home/hobby farm & start living the life you've been dreaming of.
Courtesy: City2Shore Real Estate (GR)
616-325-1310
Have you been looking for a Lake Michigan view lot in a beautiful neighborhood Up North? This water view lot and feature views of Lake Michigan to the west, a rolling Apple Orchard to the right, and rolling countryside! Private, yet close to amenities, you can bring your own builder and architect. Natural gas, underground electric, and high speed internet! Unreal views and a fantastic setting near the end of the cul-de-sac in the upper phase of Leelanau Orchards! Situated in Empire, this lot is only 7 minutes to downtown Glen Arbor and 1 minute from downtown Empire. Building and use restrictions apply, with an 1800 square foot minimum for new homes. Beaches are near and abound! Incredible Up North sunsets await you!
Have you been looking for a Lake Michigan view lot in a beautiful neighborhood Up North? This water view lot and feature views of Lake Michigan to the west, a rolling Apple Orchard to the right, and rolling countryside! Private, yet close to amenities, you can bring your own builder and architect. Natural gas, underground electric, and high speed internet! Unreal views and a fantastic setting near the end of the cul-de-sac in the upper phase of Leelanau Orchards! Situated in Empire, this lot is only 7 minutes to downtown Glen Arbor and 1 minute from downtown Empire. Building and use restrictions apply, with an 1800 square foot minimum for new homes. Beaches are near and abound! Incredible Up North sunsets await you!
4.61 acres in the heart of Leelanau County. Build your dream home on this beautiful site with the perfect setup for a walkout basement. Peaceful and quiet, nicely wooded with a south facing amazing countryside view. Driveway already in place and the best building site has been partially cleared. There are 3 locations for the septic tank. Few lots like this are available in the county! Annual Associate dues are $150. After a residence is completed there is an additional charge for snow plowing of approx. $250 per year.
Empire is located in Michigan. Empire, Michigan has a population of 362. Empire is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 18% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 21.28%.
The median household income in Empire, Michigan is $60,781. The median household income for the surrounding county is $72,709 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Empire is 59.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 17.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 33.7 inches per year, with 119.9 inches of snow per year.
