Residential Building Site located downtown in the quaint Village Of Empire. Property includes a Historic, 2 Level, 7,400+ square foot Livery Barn built in 1900. This wooded building site offers views of both Lake Michigan and South Bar Lake; is within close walking distance of Lake Michigan beach access; and has access to the following utilities: Natural Gas; Municipal water; and Spectrum high speed Internet, TV and telephone. Additional acreage is available at 11738 S. Lake Street (MLS # 1912604). View Preservation (& Creation) corridors in place, and additional Septic Release Area is available. Listing includes 2 Parcels, Click "Associated Documents" for both Tax ID #'s and Legal Descriptions. Listing data and information, including year built, measurements, Building square footage total, Zoning/Building details, Tax ID#'s, and supplemental Documents have been obtained from third party sources and /or the Seller; all data and information is deemed reliable but cannot be guaranteed for accuracy; independent verification should be made by Purchaser and Purchaser’s Agent prior to Closing
Property Details
Property Features
Listing Office:
Office Name: REO-TCRandolph-233022
Office Phone: (231) 946-4040
Listing Agent: Steven Batdorff
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Sloped
Lot Size: 1.12 Acres
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $870,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $2,222
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $435K more than the Median Sold Price in Empire, MI.
Based on homes sold in November 2024
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: Aspire North REALTORS
MLS Number: #78080009921
Listing Office:
Office Name: REO-TCRandolph-233022
Office Phone: (231) 946-4040
Listing Agent: Steven Batdorff
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Crystal Lake Elementary School
7048 Severance St
Distance between this listing and this school13.27 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-5
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Lake Ann Elementary School
19375 Bronson Lake Rd
Distance between this listing and this school13.90 miles
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Frankfort Elementary School
613 Leelanau Ave
Distance between this listing and this school14.79 miles
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Benzie Central Middle School
9300 Homestead Rd
Distance between this listing and this school13.36 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Traverse City West Middle School
3950 Silver Lake Rd
Distance between this listing and this school20.73 miles
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Tcaps Montessori School
1009 S Oak St
Distance between this listing and this school21.76 miles
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Glen Lake Community School
3375 W Burdickville Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.48 miles
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Benzie Central Sr High School
9300 Homestead Rd
Distance between this listing and this school13.33 miles
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Benzie Academy
9222 Homestead Rd
Distance between this listing and this school13.38 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $47,357. Typical income of Empire, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 11712 S Lake St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 11712 S Lake St property is $870,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 11712 S Lake St is land located in Empire, Michigan, 49630.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 11712 S Lake St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $2,222 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
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This home is located at 11712 S Lake St in Empire, MI and zip code 49630. This home sits on a 1.12 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 11, 2023 and is currently priced at $870,000.
In November 2024, from all listings sold in Empire, MI there were more than 0 sold above asking price, over 1 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. Between October 2024 and November 2024, Empire, MI real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 44.4%. The median list price of listings available in November 2024 was $435,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 60 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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