Lakefront Land
For Sale
Under Contract
$1,950,000
W Welch Road, Empire, MI 49630
LAND - Empire, MI
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size2.65 Acres
Days on Market91
Property Features for W Welch Road
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Metes and Bounds
Zoning description
Metes and Bounds
Lot features
Wooded, Wooded
Elementary school
Glen Lake Elementary School
Middle school
Maple City-Glen Lake Jr/Sr High School
High school
Maple City-Glen Lake Jr/Sr High School
Elementary school district
Glen Lake Community Schools
Middle school district
Glen Lake Community Schools
High school district
Glen Lake Community Schools
Directions
M-72 W from Traverse City to miles to Benzonia Trail/Co. Rd. 677. Head north, then turn left on Glenmere/M-22, and turn right on Welch Road.
Subdivision
Leelanau
Standard status
Active Under Contract
Lot size
2.65 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
See associated Docs
Legal Description
See associated Docs
Utilities
Water front features
Lake
Water front
1
Listing Agency:
@properties Christie's Int'l
(231) 642-2363
Listed By:
Molly Buttleman · License #6501374903
(231) 463-6969
Added: May 23
Changed: Jul 7
Last Checked: Aug 21 at 5:06PM
MLS# 1945627
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This waterfront land parcel sits on the shores of Little Glen Lake, offering sandy shoreline and beautifully preserved hardwoods. The property includes 116 feet of private frontage, providing direct lake access and views toward Little Glen, with the Sleeping Bear Dunes just beyond. With 2.65 acres under metes and bounds zoning, the site is well suited for a personal lake retreat or a year-round home setting.
The property is addressed on W Welch Road in Empire, Michigan (Leelanau County). According to the listing remarks, recreational options nearby include fishing, boating, and swimming in warmer months, along with year-round hiking opportunities associated with Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Glen Arbor is described as about ten minutes away, and the remarks also reference the Homestead Resort for winter recreation.
For buyers seeking a northern Michigan lakefront site, this parcel provides a compact acreage footprint with meaningful frontage and natural cover that can support a custom build. Prospective owners can plan around the lakeside positioning and shoreline character described in the listing, while verifying development requirements directly under the metes and bounds zoning noted for the property.
The property is addressed on W Welch Road in Empire, Michigan (Leelanau County). According to the listing remarks, recreational options nearby include fishing, boating, and swimming in warmer months, along with year-round hiking opportunities associated with Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Glen Arbor is described as about ten minutes away, and the remarks also reference the Homestead Resort for winter recreation.
For buyers seeking a northern Michigan lakefront site, this parcel provides a compact acreage footprint with meaningful frontage and natural cover that can support a custom build. Prospective owners can plan around the lakeside positioning and shoreline character described in the listing, while verifying development requirements directly under the metes and bounds zoning noted for the property.
Key Highlights
- 2.65‑acre parcel on the shores of Little Glen Lake
- 116 feet of private lake frontage on Little Glen Lake
- Lake features include sandy shoreline for swimming and recreation
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Current Use
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Trade Area within ½ mile
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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?
Waterfront Land - Build-ready waterfront parcel with sandy shoreline, hardwoods, and 116 feet of private frontage on Little Glen Lake.
Where is this waterfront land located?
The property is located at W Welch Road Empire, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,950,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2.65‑acre parcel on the shores of Little Glen Lake; 116 feet of private lake frontage on Little Glen Lake; Lake features include sandy shoreline for swimming and recreation
