Creekfront Recreation
For Sale
$1,249,000
W Beeman Road, Empire, MI 49630
Vacant Lot/Land, Empire, MI
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size125.00 Acres
Days on Market104
Property Features for W Beeman Road
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Forest/Recreational,Split
Zoning description
Forest/Recreational, Splits Available
Lot features
Level, Rolling, Sloping, Some Low Land Areas, Hardwoods, Wooded, Evergreens, Level, Rolling, Sloping, Some Low Land Areas, Hardwoods, Wooded, Evergreens
Elementary school district
Glen Lake Community Schools
Middle school district
Glen Lake Community Schools
High school district
Glen Lake Community Schools
Directions
From Traverse City: Head west on M-72 20 miles to access the property via two entry points: Primary entry: South on S. Gilbert Lake Road off M-72 Alternate entry/Exit: South on Plowman Road. From Empire: East on M-72 5.5 Miles.
Subdivision
Leelanau
Standard status
Active
Lot size
125.00 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
W 1/2 OF NW 1/4 & SE 1/4 OF FRL NW 1/4 SEC 31 T28N R13W 125.21 A M/L 2023 WITHDRAWN FROM COMMERCIAL FOREST RESERVE
Legal Description
W 1/2 OF NW 1/4 & SE 1/4 OF FRL NW 1/4 SEC 31 T28N R13W 125.21 A M/L 2023 WITHDRAWN FROM COMMERCIAL FOREST RESERVE
Utilities
Water front features
Creek
Listing Agency:
Serbin Real Estate
(231) 334-2758
Listed By:
Charlie Carpenter · License #6501421520
(231) 633-8455
Added: May 10
Changed: Aug 19
Last Checked: Aug 21 at 12:06PM
MLS# 1944910
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This recreation land property features mixed hardwood forest, rolling terrain, and Wells Creek running north to south across the tract. The creek connects with Wells Lake on an adjacent parcel and provides a year-round water feature. Zoning is Forest/Recreational, Split, and all splits are available. Electric access is identified from South Gilbert Lake Road.
The property is positioned along W Beeman Road near M-72 and South Gilbert Lake Road in Leelanau County. It adjoins a 45,000+ acre Traverse City Forest Management parcel, placing it beside an extensive undeveloped forest landscape. The setting is also near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leelanau wine country, Glen Arbor, and Empire. The Shore-to-Shore Trail system, extending 420 miles across Michigan for hikers and horseback riders, begins near Empire.
The property is positioned along W Beeman Road near M-72 and South Gilbert Lake Road in Leelanau County. It adjoins a 45,000+ acre Traverse City Forest Management parcel, placing it beside an extensive undeveloped forest landscape. The setting is also near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Leelanau wine country, Glen Arbor, and Empire. The Shore-to-Shore Trail system, extending 420 miles across Michigan for hikers and horseback riders, begins near Empire.
Key Highlights
- Wells Creek traverses the property from north to south
- Mixed hardwood forest and rolling terrain
- Forest/Recreational,Split zoning with all splits available
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
2
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 49630, MI
1,331
Population
1,418
Households
0.9
Avg Household Size
61
Median Age
56%
College-Educated
99%
High-School Grad
60.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
22
Density / Sq Mi
$101,875
Median Household Income
$39,519
Median Earnings
$1,042
Median Rent
$440,200
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Recreation land - The property combines mixed hardwood forest, rolling terrain, and electric access from South Gilbert Lake Road.
Where is this recreation land located?
The property is located at W Beeman Road Empire, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,249,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Wells Creek traverses the property from north to south; Mixed hardwood forest and rolling terrain; Forest/Recreational,Split zoning with all splits available
