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    15 S Westview Drive, Empire, MI 49630

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    $139,900

    Vacant Lot/Land - Empire, MI

    Lot size:
    3.73 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 22, 2026
    Days on Market:
    31
    Last Refresh:
    May 22 at 10:06 am

    Property Features for 15 S Westview Drive

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    Agricultural,Bldg & Use Restrictions
    Exterior features
    None, Countryside View
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    3.73 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Expense value
    800
    Expense
    Home Owner Assessments Fee
    Expense freq.
    Annually

    Building Details

    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    TJ Shimek
    TJ Shimek

    Listing agent TJ Shimek

    Listing office The Mitten Real Estate Group 310 W. Front Street, Ste. 411, Traverse City, MI

    Listing date Apr 22, 2026

    MLS# 1944063 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Northern Great Lakes Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    Overview

    Located just outside the village of Empire, this 3.73-acre wooded parcel resides in the Westview development. Situated near the end of a private road, the property offers a sense of privacy. The land is surrounded by mature hardwoods and evergreens. The gently rolling terrain allows for building possibilities, including a walkout lower level or a home designed to take advantage of elevated views. Building guidelines include a 1,200 square foot minimum and the option for matching accessory structures. The property is minutes from downtown Empire and the sandy shoreline of Empire Beach, with the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore surrounding the area. Outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking, biking, and skiing are readily available. The Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, Glen Arbor, and numerous inland lakes are nearby, while Traverse City is approximately a 30-minute drive away. This property is suitable for a seasonal retreat, a year-round residence, or a future retirement escape.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Residential land & home ...

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Pharmacy Department Store

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Empire
    County
    Leelanau
    State
    Michigan
    Longitude
    -86.0373494
    Latitude
    44.815946

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Residential land & home lot - Inviting 3.73-acre wooded parcel in Westview development, Empire, Michigan.
    Where is this residential land & home lot located?
    The property is located at 15 S Westview Drive Empire, MI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $139,900.
    (231) 645-1351
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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