Discover your dream home with the stunning Crystalbrook model, built by Leelanau Construction. Just breaking ground in the sought-after Village at M22, this beautifully designed ranch home offers 1,616 sq. ft. of modern living, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a versatile office space. Step inside to experience the airy ambiance created by vaulted ceilings and premium craftsmanship throughout. Enjoy the luxury of a generous 3-car garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. Situated in the vibrant heart of Empire, this location offers unmatched access to the stunning natural beauty of the area. Spend your days exploring the pristine shores of Lake Michigan, unwinding at Empire Beach, or enjoying the tranquility of South Bar Lake. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being just moments away from the breathtaking Sleeping Bear Dunes and the scenic Heritage Trail. Don�t miss this opportunity to own a piece of paradise.
Welcome to your brand new home in the Village at M22! This modern residence features 2 bedrooms plus a den, 2 baths, and an extra bonus room thatââ?¬â?¢s perfect for an office/flex space. With its modern design and quality craftsmanship, the exterior has great curb appeal that youââ?¬â?¢ll love coming home to. Inside, find vaulted ceilings that add to the spacious and open feel of the home. The layout is both stylish and practical, making it easy to entertain guests or enjoy a cozy night in. Living in the heart of Empire, youââ?¬â?¢re just a short distance from Lake Michigan, Empire Beach, South Bar Lake, and the stunning Sleeping Bear Dunes. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the charming Heritage Trail is nearby, offering perfect opportunities for biking, hiking, and soaking up the natural beauty. This home isnââ?¬â?¢t just a place to liveââ?¬â??itââ?¬â?¢s a place to enjoy the best of what Empire has to offer.
Discover your dream home with the stunning Crystalbrook model, built by Leelanau Construction. Just breaking ground in the sought-after Village at M22, this beautifully designed ranch home offers 1,616 sq. ft. of modern living, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a versatile office space. Step inside to experience the airy ambiance created by vaulted ceilings and premium craftsmanship throughout. Enjoy the luxury of a generous 3-car garage, providing ample space for vehicles and storage. Situated in the vibrant heart of Empire, this location offers unmatched access to the stunning natural beauty of the area. Spend your days exploring the pristine shores of Lake Michigan, unwinding at Empire Beach, or enjoying the tranquility of South Bar Lake. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being just moments away from the breathtaking Sleeping Bear Dunes and the scenic Heritage Trail. Don�t miss this opportunity to own a piece of paradise.
A brand new home in the Village at M22 featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths plus an added den/flex space. Modern design and quality craftsmanship. The exterior is a testament to great exterior appeal. Step inside and be greeted with vaulted ceilings that elevate the sense of space. Situated in the heart of Empire, this home is ideally located, providing easy access to Lake Michigan, Empire Beach, South Bar Lake, the awe-inspiring Sleeping Bear Dunes, and the charming Heritage Trail.
Nestled on a picturesque 13.5-acre wooded lot, this nearly 1,709 square foot, 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort and country living. The open floor plan creates a spacious, welcoming atmosphere, ideal for both daily living and entertaining. The primary suite serves as a private retreat with a large en suite bathroom and a generous walk-in closet. Throughout the home, rustic tongue-and-groove ceilings add warmth, while durable vinyl flooring provide both style and practicality. The electric fireplace in the living area provides a cozy ambiance, perfect for unwinding after a long day. The laundry room is designed for convenience, adding functionality to the home�s thoughtful layout. Whether you�re a family or simply enjoy having room to spread out, this property offers space to live and grow. Step outside and find a large pole barn set up for storage and entertainment. Explore the beautiful acreage, that offers plenty of space for gardening, hiking, or creating your own private hunting retreat. The wooded landscape is private and secluded, while the property�s location near the county line makes it easy to access all that both Benzie and Leelanau counties have to offer. In Benzie County, enjoy the clear waters of Crystal Lake, local ATV trails for outdoor adventures, or year-round activities at Crystal Mountain Resort. Head into Leelanau County for breathtaking views and hiking at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore or a day of exploring charming towns like Glen Arbor and Suttons Bay. This home offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful, private retreat with easy access to Northern Michigan�s incredible outdoor lifestyle.
If you're looking to stake your claim on the western front of beautiful Leelanau County, you'll want to consider this new listing! A super opportunity to increase the equity in this raised ranch plan with upgrades of your choosing! Upper/main level has three spacious bedrooms, complemented by a full bath, large living room with gas fireplace with a raised hearth. You'll enjoy the galley style kitchen with lots of cabinet space and oak hardwood flooring that continues into the dining area. The lower level has a generously sized family room with a second, cut stone fireplace, a perfect additional room for a study/office/studio. A second full bath is combined with a the laundry, complemented by a tile floor and full tub/shower. Oversized one car garage with workshop area, mechanicals, and access to a root cellar (or could be a great wine cellar for those who enjoy buying cases from the local wineries!) The back yard features an 8x12 garden shed and perennial garden area that would love to be brought back to it's glory. There's a peek a boo view of Little Glen Lake, and with some selective trimming and cutting could be opened up a bit. The Pierce Stocking Dune Drive is about a mile and a half to the south, and the dune climb about a half mile to the north, and with the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail passing by at the main street, you can get on your two wheeler and ride to many adventures! Could be a great year around or up north seasonal cottage, or consider the full, or short term rental potential. Just imagine the good times that could be had with almost an acre, with a mostly open sloping front yard, sledding, volleyball, throwing something, it spells F-U-N! Visiting Glen Arbor or Empire is a quick jaunt, The Homestead for winter skiing, dinners in or out!
Memories are made on the water! This charming 1.9 acres on 130ft of South Bar Lake is just waiting for you to show up and make them. An addition was completed to add 2 bedrooms bringing the total to 4, and 3 of them are generously-sized. Both full bathrooms have been recently updated. Laundry is conveniently on the main level, and a secondary living area with fireplace is ready for new flooring. Large windows throughout provide ample natural lighting and great sight-lines to the backyard. But...we want to be outside here don't we? You're in luck, as you've got tons of room to spread out and a flat lot to get creative. Bring some tents and camp outside, have friends and family over to grill and sit around the fire, maybe even get a football game going in the fall. Oh and don't forget to bring your fishing gear! Reel in northerns and large mouth bass on this rarely fished lake, and do it all from your own dock or put a boat in the water. Or you could kayak across the lake to public access at Empire Beach and enjoy the day on Lake Michigan. When it's dinner time you can easily walk or bike a half mile into the village and grab a bite or some dessert. Joe's, Village Inn, Shipwreck, etc...all minutes away. This is a rare opportunity here - you deserve your own slice of Pure Michigan!
Location!! Treasured family home, thoughtful construction built in 1976 on 2.3 acres. Spacious ranch home w/attached 2 car garage, 1,846 sq. ft. on the main level & 8' x 11' deck off the dining room. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Storage galore! Lower walkout has 1,186 sq. ft. finished space, 660 sq. ft. unfinished space along with one bathroom. Property houses a 26' x 32' heated & insulated workshop behind the home and includes a Generac generator. New roofs on the home & workshop estimated completion in 2015. Lovely mature hardwoods and pines. You're steps from The Heritage Walking & Biking Trail to head to Empire, Glen Arbor, & Sleeping Bear Dunes hill climb. Glen Lake Schools.
Classic country cottage in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! This 9 acre parcel offers a rustic cottage, plus a guest house and a storage building located on a high bluff in the hills overlooking Little Glen Lake. This is a unique setting with the National Park bordering the property on two sides, offering an extremely private location and a small view of the lake. The cottage features rustic design but with some updates including a newer heating system. The guest house serves as a overflow for your summer friends with a new septic system. Both cottage and guest house are fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. A large 1,120 sq. ft. block building allows for storage of all your toys. The Heritage Trail is nearby for walking or biking right out your door. Splits possible. Create your own estate with this one of a kind property and enjoy the beauty and relaxation of Leelanau County and Northern Michigan!
The median home value in Empire, MI is $629,900. This is higher than the county median home value of $500,100. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Empire, MI is $629,900. Approximately 36.23% of Empire homes are owned, compared to 12.75% rented, while 51.01% are vacant. Empire real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Empire real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
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.