Located at the center of the Village of Empire, and just steps away from Lake Michigan and S. Bar Lake Beaches, all surrounded by the beauty of the Sleeping Bear National Park. This 5.34-Acre property includes a Historic, 2 level Livery Barn (7,400 sq ft); former Hardware Store (11,000 sq ft); Pole Building (8,000 sq ft); and 2 Sheds (for Lumber Yard Horizontal storage). {NOTE: "Concept Site Plans" and "Concept Drawings" shown in attached photos, are also included in "Associated Documents" for easier viewing} Property is zoned Commercial-Residential and is located in the Front Street Zoning District, which allows a wide range of potential uses (For details, Click the Documents Link button for a copy of the Front Street District Zoning Ordinance, along with the Empire Zoning Map). This development property is also supported by a contiguous, 2.29 acre approved septic field (Release Area) with a capacity of up to 20,000 gallons-per-day, the Release Area is included in this sale. Property also has access to the following utilities: Natural Gas; Municipal water; and Spectrum high speed Internet, TV and telephone. Listing data and information, including year built, measurements, square footage totals for Buildings, 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
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Waterfront: Waterfront
Exterior: Development Property, Pole Building
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Level, Wooded, Corner Lot
Lot Size: 5.34 Acres
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Maple City-Glen Lake Jr/Sr High School, Public District Grades 7-12
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Directions Information:
Directions: Take M-72 west into Empire. Proceed straight through the light at the M-22 and M-72 intersection. Go to end of W Front Street. Property sits on west side of T-junction of S Lake Street and W Front Street. Look for real estate signs
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $1,565,000
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Schools Nearby
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High School
8
/10
Maple City-Glen Lake Jr/Sr High School
3375 W Burdickville Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.77 miles
Public District Grades 7-12
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Crystal Lake Elementary School
7048 Severence St
Distance between this listing and this school13.24 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-5
5
/10
Lake Ann Elementary School
19375 Bronson Lake Rd
Distance between this listing and this school14.14 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-5
6
/10
Frankfort Elementary School
613 Leelanau Ave
Distance between this listing and this school14.83 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Nearby Schools
4
/10
Benzie Central Middle School
9300 Homestead Rd
Distance between this listing and this school13.41 miles
Public Magnet Grades 7-8
7
/10
West Middle School
3950 Silver Lake Rd
Distance between this listing and this school20.61 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
The Greenspire School
1026 Red Dr
Distance between this listing and this school20.90 miles
Public Charter Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Maple City-Glen Lake Jr/Sr High School
3375 W Burdickville Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.77 miles
Public District Grades 7-12
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Benzie Central Sr. High School
9300 Homestead Rd
Distance between this listing and this school13.41 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
7
/10
Frankfort High School
534 11th St
Distance between this listing and this school14.45 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $47,357. The majority of Empire, MI residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 11738 S Lake St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 11738 S Lake St property is $1,565,000.
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The property 11738 S Lake St is land located in Empire, Michigan, 49630.
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Active Listing: 11738 S Lake St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
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The assigned schools for 11738 S Lake St are: Maple City-Glen Lake Jr/Sr High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
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This home is located at 11738 S Lake St in Empire, MI and zip code 49630. This home sits on a 5.34 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 23, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,565,000.
While more than 1 listings in Empire, MI in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1 were sold below. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $686,950, while the average time on the real estate market was 42 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.