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$870,000

11712 S Lake St Empire, MI 49630

1.1 acres
Land

Property details

About 11712 S Lake St

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

Highlights

Home typeOther
StatusActive
Lot size1.12 Acres
MLS #78080009921

Summary

  • List Price: $870,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,353
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Sloped
  • Lot Size: 1.12 Acres
  • MLS Number: 78080009921
  • MLS Name: Aspire North REALTORS
  • Office Name: REO-TCRandolph-233022
  • Office Phone: (231) 946-4040
  • Listing Agent: Steven Batdorff

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$158,800$2,353
2023$157,500$2,272
2022$143,000$2,242
2021$141,600$2,221
2020$121,900$-
2019$114,600$-
2018$113,000$-
2017$125,100$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Crystal Lake Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

13.3 mi

7048 Severance St

5

Lake Ann Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

13.9 mi

19375 Bronson Lake Rd

6

Frankfort Elementary School

Public District PK-6

14.8 mi

613 Leelanau Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $47,357. Typical income of Empire, MI residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

28%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
10%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
27%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • SubaruSubaru
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • New CountryNew Country
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 11712 S Lake St

The listing price of 11712 S Lake St property is $870,000.

The property 11712 S Lake St is land located in Empire, Michigan, 49630.

Active Listing: 11712 S Lake St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 11712 S Lake St are: Crystal Lake Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lake Ann Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Frankfort Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Benzie Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Traverse City West Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Tcaps Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Glen Lake Community School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Benzie Central Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Benzie Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,353 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property 11712 S Lake St is 1.12 acres.

This home is located at 11712 S Lake St in Empire, MI and zip code 49630. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 11, 2023 and is currently priced at $870,000.

Empire, MI housing market in June 2025 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 2 sold at listed price and over 1 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Empire, MI increased by 50% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 37 days, the median list price was $670,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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