Discover the perfect spot to build your dream home and make your Up North dreams a reality. This modestly priced lot within Empire Hills offers a rare blend of open space and wooded privacy, creating a much different feel once you step beyond the roadââ?¬â??so be sure to get out of the car and walk the property to fully appreciate its potential. Ideal for a home with a walkout or lookout basement, this lot could offer stunning countryside views. Enjoy the convenience of riding your bike or taking a leisurely walk into the village of Empire to explore quaint shops, savor delicious food at family-owned eateries, and relax at the the beautiful Lake Michigan beach (less than one mile away). For even bigger adventures, explore the scenic 20-mile Sleeping Bear Dunes Heritage Trail, hike the famous Sleeping Bear Dunes, play a round of golf, or enjoy a day of wine tastingââ?¬â??everything is within easy reach. This prime location is just 10 minutes from Glen Arbor and 30 minutes from Traverse City, providing the perfect mix of outdoor recreation and convenient access to all that this iconic area has to offer. Natural gas, underground electric, and cable Internet are already at the road. Donââ?¬â?¢t miss your chance to own your own slice of heaven in Leelanau County.
Discover the perfect spot to build your dream home and make your Up North dreams a reality. This modestly priced lot within Empire Hills offers a rare blend of open space and wooded privacy, creating a much different feel once you step beyond the roadâ??so be sure to get out of the car and walk the property to fully appreciate its potential. Ideal for a home with a walkout or lookout basement, this lot could offer stunning countryside views. Enjoy the convenience of riding your bike or taking a leisurely walk into the village of Empire to explore quaint shops, savor delicious food at family-owned eateries, and relax at the the beautiful Lake Michigan beach (less than one mile away). For even bigger adventures, explore the scenic 20-mile Sleeping Bear Dunes Heritage Trail, hike the famous Sleeping Bear Dunes, play a round of golf, or enjoy a day of wine tastingâ??everything is within easy reach. This prime location is just 10 minutes from Glen Arbor and 30 minutes from Traverse City, providing the perfect mix of outdoor recreation and convenient access to all that this iconic area has to offer. Natural gas, underground electric, and cable Internet are already at the road. Donâ??t miss your chance to own your own slice of heaven in Leelanau County.
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.
Enjoy wooded seclusion on this 0.87-acre parcel along with an 18-ft easement for ingress and egress to the shoreline of Little Glen Lake (no docks or moorings). The parcel is located about two-tenths of a mile from the access point on the southern shoreline where you could enjoy swimming, kayaking or paddle boarding. The southern portion of the property borders the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! Convenient access to many National Lakeshore amenities in addition to the charming town of Glen Arbor shopping, dining and recreation. Seller prefers any onsite showings be attended with the Buyer's Agent.
Enjoy wooded seclusion on this 0.87-acre parcel along with an 18-ft easement for ingress and egress to the shoreline of Little Glen Lake (no docks or moorings). The parcel is located about two-tenths of a mile from the access point on the southern shoreline where you could enjoy swimming, kayaking or paddle boarding. The southern portion of the property borders the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! Convenient access to many National Lakeshore amenities in addition to the charming town of Glen Arbor shopping, dining and recreation. Seller prefers any onsite showings be attended with the Buyer's Agent.
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!
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!
Empire is located in Michigan. Empire, Michigan has a population of 313. Empire is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 5.13% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 21.73%.
The median household income in Empire, Michigan is $48,750. The median household income for the surrounding county is $62,646 compared to the national median of $57,652. The median age of people living in Empire is 57.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 17.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 33 inches per year, with 119.3 inches of snow per year.
