11738 S Lake St Empire, MI 49630

$1,565,000
5.3 acres
Land

Property details

About 11738 S Lake St

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.

Highlights

StatusActive
Lot size5.34 Acres
MLS #1912604
WaterfrontWater View

Summary

  • MLS Number: 1912604
  • MLS Name: TAAR
  • Office Name: REO-TCRandolph-233022
  • Office Phone: (231) 946-4040
  • Listing Agent: Steven Batdorff

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$279,100$11,262
2023$275,700$11,118
2022$268,500$11,092
2021$262,700$10,993
2020$295,400$-
2019$287,400$-
2018$260,100$-
2017$262,100$-

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. The most common annual income of people living in Empire, MI is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. 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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About 11738 S Lake St

This home is located at 11738 S Lake St in Empire, MI and zip code 49630. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 23, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,565,000.

In December 2024, from all listings sold in Empire, MI there were more than 0 sold above asking price, over 1 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. Between November and December 2024, Empire, MI real estate market has seen no change in the number of listings . In December 2024 median list price was $1,386,250 and the average listing age was 43 days.

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

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