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$650,000
1950249 MLS Metes And Bounds BLDG.
A rare opportunity just south of Cedar, this 53.06-acre property is being offered for sale for the first time in over 100 years. The land features a beautiful combination of rolling open meadows and approximately 40 acres of hardwoods, offering an exceptional Northern Michigan setting with a variety of possibilities. Well suited for a small farm, private estate, recreational retreat, or potential development opportunity. The property includes an abandoned farmhouse and several outbuildings that reflect its agricultural history. Improvements are being conveyed as-is, with the property offered primarily for its land value. With expansive acreage, open meadow, hardwood forest, road frontage and a convenient location near Cedar, this is a unique opportunity to own a substantial piece of Leelanau County countryside.

10090 S Cedar, Cedar

$949,000
1950123 MLS N/A BLDG.
Rare opportunity to own 1.17 acres with 102 feet of private frontage on the coveted north shore of Little Traverse Lake. With mature trees and an exceptional waterfront setting, this property presents an exciting opportunity to create a new Northern Michigan lake home in one of Leelanau County’s most desirable locations. The property currently features a primitive 1940 log cottage with two bedrooms, one bath, an additional sleeping room, screened porch, and stone fireplace. An existing septic and drainfield serves the two-bedroom cottage. The property and cottage are being sold as-is. Whether preserving some of the property’s vintage cottage character or envisioning something entirely new, the generous parcel and outstanding Little Traverse Lake frontage provide a remarkable canvas for the future. Ideally situated between Leland and Glen Arbor this remarkable setting is enhanced by protected Sleeping Bear Dunes Wilderness lies directly across the road, with the Good Harbor Bay Trail nearby for hiking and exploring the surrounding natural beauty. This is a rare chance to create your own retreat on a special stretch of Little Traverse Lake.

276 E Traverse Lake Road, Cedar

$149,900
1950115 MLS The Timbers BLDG.
This is one of the most affordable five-acre parcels currently available in all of Leelanau County, offering an incredible opportunity to own your own piece of Northern Michigan. From the moment you arrive, towering pines and mature evergreens create a peaceful atmosphere and natural privacy. Toward the back of the property, the woods open into a spacious grassy clearing—providing an ideal setting for a future home, Up North getaway, or private retreat. Imagine building among the trees with plenty of room to enjoy quiet mornings, evenings around the bonfire, and the beauty of every Northern Michigan season. Located within the Glen Lake Community Schools district, the property is just minutes from Empire, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan beaches, golf courses, hiking trails, and the scenic M-22 corridor. Downtown Traverse City is approximately 30 minutes away, providing convenient access to shopping, dining, wineries, and year-round entertainment. Whether you enjoy boating, golfing, hiking, or exploring nearby communities such as Glen Arbor and Empire, this location keeps you close to everything people love about Leelanau County while still offering the peace and privacy of a natural setting.

0000 W Timber Lane, Empire

$62,000
1950073 MLS Sugae Loaf Chalets BLDG.
Heavily wooded Sugar Loaf Chalets building site offering a wonderful opportunity to create your year-round home or Northern Michigan getaway. The property features a beautiful variety of mature hardwoods and a natural setting ready for your vision. Located within the Leland School District and just next to Sugar Loaf Golf Course and the newly established Sugar Loaf Conservancy District. Association fees are $50.00 a year. Minimum building size is 800 square feet. Enjoy easy access to Good Harbor Beach, with the charming communities of Leland and Glen Arbor both nearby. Excellent dining, outdoor recreation, golf, beaches, and all that Leelanau County has to offer are just minutes away. A peaceful wooded setting in a highly desirable location—bring your plans and make Northern Michigan your home.

S Hemlock Road, Cedar

$74,900
1949995 MLS Timber View Ridge BLDG.
Nestled within a quiet wooded neighborhood off M-77 in Empire, this beautiful parcel offers a peaceful Northern Michigan setting where life naturally slows down. Surrounded by mature trees and a blend of wooded privacy and open space, the property feels calm, natural, and connected to the landscape from the moment you arrive. Sunlight filters through the trees, the setting is quiet and refreshing, and the atmosphere captures the relaxed character that makes this area so desirable. The neighborhood features tree-lined roads, large wooded parcels, and a peaceful setting that feels tucked away while still remaining close to everything Northern Michigan has to offer. Dunes Golf Course is nearby, and Sleeping Bear Dunes, Lake Michigan beaches, scenic hiking trails, and the charm of downtown Empire are all just minutes away. Traverse City is also an easy drive, offering convenient access to wineries, shopping, restaurants, and year-round entertainment before returning home to the quieter pace of the woods. The HOA maintains the private roads within the community, helping preserve the neighborhood’s well-kept feel and providing easy year-round access. Whether you’re looking to build a year-round residence or a Northern Michigan getaway, this property offers a setting that feels peaceful, connected, and easy to fall in love with.

57 S Hermies Pass, Empire

$689,900
1949948 MLS N/A BLDG.
Discover a rare opportunity to build your dream lake house on 2.53 acres with 264 feet of private frontage on South Lake Leelanau. Enjoy the unique ability to walk to nearby restaurants, wineries, coffee shop, grocery store, and post office, making everyday conveniences and local amenities just minutes from your doorstep. A protected wetland area lies between the proposed building site and the waterfront, creating a beautiful natural buffer, preserving the peaceful character of the property, and providing private bird sanctuary. A future boardwalk will provide convenient access across the wetlands to the water, offering a scenic connection to the shoreline while maintaining the integrity of the natural landscape. The seller has one potential home design drawn up, providing a great starting point for the next owner, while still allowing the flexibility to explore other building options. Whether you're envisioning a year-round residence or a Northern Michigan getaway, this property offers an incredible opportunity to create something truly special on South Lake Leelanau. Perc test completed.

509 S Lake Shore Drive, Lake Leelanau

$66,900
1949919 MLS Timber View Ridge BLDG.
Privacy and nature abound in this one of a kind wooded parcel located in the beautiful development of Timber View Ridge. Mature hardwoods and a gentle rolling topography allow for multiple options, with country side views and walkout opportunities when building your Up North dream home. A driveway has already been cut into the parcel making it easily accessible and vacant land to the East allow for additional privacy. Located on the southern side of Leelanau County in the Glen Lake School District, this slice of heaven is just minutes from Empire, Glen Arbor, numerous beautiful beaches and the Sleeping Bear Dunes. Located just off of M72, you can easily commute to Traverse City for shopping, pleasure, or work. This parcel is not like the other lots that have sold over the years in this development. Come and explore this slice of heaven and begin dreaming of all the possibilities!

15 S Mistys Trail, Empire

$199,900
1949896 MLS
Sunshine along the edge, hardwoods stretching beyond it, and nearly 10 acres to make your own. This predominantly wooded parcel offers a beautiful transition from the open area along the eastern front corner into mature hardwoods that cover much of the acreage. Build near the opening where you can take advantage of the sunshine and room for a spacious yard or garden, or follow the land farther into the trees to create a more private homesite surrounded by the shade and character of the hardwoods. A newly installed shared easement provides access to the parcel, giving you a starting point to create your own private driveway and begin shaping the property around your plans. And with Kasson Township allowing a pole barn to be built before your home, you can establish space for the boat, camper, workshop, equipment, or extra storage for your Up North toys while you plan for what comes next. Darga Road borders the northern edge of the property before crossing through a portion of the back corner, leaving a small section of the parcel on the north side of the road and adding another unique element to the layout of the land. Located within the Glen Lake School District, this central Leelanau County location keeps you close to so much of what makes the area special. Inland lakes, Lake Michigan beaches, hiking and biking trails, wineries, golf, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation are all nearby, and Traverse City is less than 30 minutes away for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Whether you picture your future taking shape near the sunny opening or tucked back beneath the trees, this parcel gives you the acreage and flexibility to create a place that is all your own.

Parcel 2 E Darga Road, Cedar

$219,900
1949897 MLS
If your idea of the perfect piece of Northern Michigan includes plenty of acreage, mature hardwoods, and a little more distance from the rest of the world, this parcel may be the one. Set well back from the road, it offers a truly private setting and a peaceful place to create something of your own. Mature hardwoods cover the majority of the acreage, with a scattering of pines adding variety to the landscape. Rolling terrain brings character to the property, while the wooded setting provides plenty of possibilities for choosing a future homesite beneath the trees. A newly installed shared easement provides access and a starting point for creating a private driveway leading back to your future homesite. With plenty of acreage around you, there is room to create a setting that feels removed without giving up convenient access to everything Leelanau County has to offer. Kasson Township allows a pole barn to be built before your home, making it possible to establish storage for a boat, camper, equipment, workshop, or recreational toys while planning your future build. Located within the Glen Lake School District, you’ll be close to inland lakes, Lake Michigan beaches, trails, wineries, golf, and year-round recreation, with Traverse City less than 30 minutes away. Build your forever home, create a quiet Up North retreat, or invest for the future. If privacy is at the top of your list, this property is worth exploring.

Parcel 3 E Darga Road, Cedar

$229,900
1949894 MLS
Sunshine and open space define this acreage. With fewer hardwoods, a mix of pines, and expansive open areas, this parcel offers plenty of possibilities for someone who wants room to spread out and take advantage of the sun. Picture a home surrounded by a spacious yard, gardens, fruit trees, outdoor gathering areas, or simply open land where you can enjoy the changing seasons. Darga Road adjoins one side of the property, while a newly installed shared easement provides access and a starting point for creating your own private driveway. The open nature of the land also provides flexibility when considering the placement of a future home, pole barn, outdoor spaces, and other improvements. Located in Kasson Township, you have the added benefit of being able to build a pole barn before your home, giving you immediate space for storage, hobbies, equipment, or recreational toys while you plan your next step. The property is located within the Glen Lake School District and centrally positioned to enjoy Leelanau County’s inland lakes, Lake Michigan beaches, trails, wineries, golf, and endless outdoor recreation. Traverse City is less than 30 minutes away for business, work, shopping and entertainment. For someone looking for acreage with sunshine, flexibility, land to start a homestead, or room for ideas to grow, this land invites you to bring your Up North dreams to reality.

Parcel 4 E Darga Road, Cedar

$199,900
1949892 MLS
A little open, a little wooded, and plenty of room to make it your own. This corner parcel brings together many of the features buyers look for when searching for their own slice of the Up North. Rolling terrain, mature hardwoods, pines, and sunny open areas create a varied landscape, while Darga Road borders two sides of the property. The mix of terrain and vegetation gives you flexibility when choosing the setting for your future home. Take advantage of the open areas for sunshine, yard space, and gardens, or tuck your home among the trees for added privacy and shade. A newly installed shared easement provides access to the parcel and a starting point for creating your own private driveway. Located in Kasson Township, you also have the ability to build a pole barn before your home, giving you a place for the boat, camper, equipment, workshop, or extra storage while you plan for what’s next. Located within the Glen Lake School District, this central Leelanau County location keeps you close to inland lakes, Lake Michigan beaches, hiking and biking trails, wineries, golf, and year-round recreation. Traverse City is less than 30 minutes away for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Whether you’re ready to build or simply looking for acreage to call your own, this parcel gives you the space, setting, and flexibility to bring your plans to life.

Parcel 1 E Darga Road, Cedar

$289,900
1949856 MLS Brightland Woods BLDG.
Owning land is exciting. Owning land you can enjoy the day you close is even better. Welcome to a property where much of the groundwork has been done, so you can spend less time planning and more time enjoying it. A full high-flow well and new septic tank were installed in 2025, giving you a head start when you're ready to build. A septic field will still need to be added to complete the system. Electricity has been brought down the shared access easement, and the property has been stumped in preparation for a future homesite. An established RV pad is already equipped with electric, water, and sewer connections, with sewer connected to the septic tank, giving you a place to set up your camper and start spending weekends Up North. Relax around the campfire, enjoy evenings beneath the stars, or simply escape everyday life while making plans for what's next. Located in Kasson Township, you'll also have the advantage of being able to build a pole barn before constructing your home. Create storage for recreational equipment, establish a workshop, or gain extra space while planning your future build. Beyond the improvements, the land itself offers plenty of Up North character. Rolling terrain and a mix of hardwoods, pines, and vegetation create areas of privacy with plenty of room to make the property your own. For those looking for additional acreage, adjoining Parcel A5 to the north is also available for purchase. Set on the southern edge of Leelanau County, you'll be minutes from inland lakes, golf courses, hiking trails, Lake Michigan beaches, and the towns of Cedar, Maple City, and Empire. Glen Lake Schools are approximately 10 minutes away, while Traverse City is less than 20 minutes for shopping, entertainment, and everyday conveniences. With a place to stay now and a head start on what comes next, this property is ready for you.

A9 E Kasson Road, Maple City

$269,900
1949855 MLS Brightland Woods BLDG.
The beauty of this property reveals itself as you explore it. Gently rolling terrain transitions from lower valleys to elevated slopes, creating a landscape full of natural character. The varied topography lends itself to a wide range of home designs, including potential for a walkout lower level. Pines, assorted vegetation, and mature hardwoods along the eastern boundary provide privacy and a peaceful backdrop, while countryside views to the south and west complete the setting. Even better, some of the groundwork for a future home is already in place. Electricity is available along the road and has been run down the adjacent access easement for easier access. Stumps have been removed in preparation for a future homesite, and a new septic field was installed in 2025, leaving only the septic tank to be added when you're ready to move forward with your plans. Located in Kasson Township, you'll also enjoy the added flexibility of being able to build a pole barn before constructing your home, along with the option to camp on the property while you plan for the future. Build your custom home, establish a garden or homestead, or simply create a peaceful place to escape and enjoy Northern Michigan. For those looking for even more space and opportunity, Parcel A9 the adjoining parcel to the south is also available for purchase. Set on the southern edge of Leelanau County, you'll be just minutes from inland lakes, golf courses, hiking trails, beaches, and the towns of Cedar, Maple City, and Empire. Glen Lake Schools are just 10 minutes away, while Traverse City is less than 20 minutes away for shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday conveniences. If you've been searching for land with beautiful surroundings, added flexibility, and a head start on the building process, this property might just be what you've been looking for.

A5 E Kasson Road, Maple City

$184,900
1949787 MLS
Tucked away along a quiet private road in southern Leelanau County, this level, wooded parcel offers privacy, flexibility, and the freedom to create your own Northern Michigan retreat. Mature trees provide a peaceful backdrop for a year-round residence, Up North getaway, or cozy cabin in the woods. Agricultural Conservation zoning and allowance for manufactured homes give you added flexibility as you bring your vision to life. When adventure calls, nearby inland lakes, rivers, and public lands offer endless opportunities for boating, fishing, hunting, and exploring. The Lake Michigan shoreline, Empire, and Sleeping Bear Dunes are just a short drive away, with Traverse City, Frankfort, Honor, and Benzonia all within convenient reach. A private road maintenance agreement is already in place for Honeybee Road, helping ensure the continued upkeep of the roadway. Whether you’re ready to build, searching for a peaceful escape, or investing in land for the future, this wooded parcel is your opportunity to claim a quiet corner of Leelanau County.

0000 S Honeybee Road, Empire

$625,000
1949644 MLS N.A. BLDG.
A rare opportunity to create a legacy waterfront estate on iconic M-22 in the heart of Leelanau County. This exceptional one-acre parcel offers 105 feet of private frontage on West Grand Traverse Bay, with an elevated wooded homesite capturing breathtaking panoramic views across the bay to Old Mission Peninsula and beyond. Approximately 25% of the property is forested with mature hardwoods, adding beauty, privacy, and quintessential northern Michigan character. The approved building site is perfectly positioned on a scenic wooded hill, offering privacy, a commanding vantage point, and unobstructed water views. Current septic approval allows buyers to move directly into planning and construction. The property includes two complete sets of custom building plans, featuring two different designs, each created by a separate architectural firm specifically for this property—providing a valuable head start and flexibility. Directly across M-22, just eight steps descend to your private beach, ideal for swimming, boating, kayaking, and enjoying the crystal-clear waters of West Grand Traverse Bay. The frontage is suitable for a private dock, for an exceptional northern Michigan waterfront lifestyle. Located just minutes south of Suttons Bay Village and only ten minutes from downtown Traverse City, this property combines tranquility with easy access to wineries, dining, championship golf, marinas, and year-round recreation. Cherry Capital Airport offers convenient nonstop service to major destinations. Whether envisioned as a luxurious year-round residence or extraordinary seasonal retreat, this is one of the area's most compelling vacant waterfront offerings—a truly build-ready parcel with private frontage, protected views, mature hardwoods, approved septic and building envelopes, and two architect-designed home plans. An unmatched opportunity to create a distinctive legacy property along one of Michigan's most iconic drives.

4800 S West Bay Shore Drive, Suttons Bay

$145,000
1949564 MLS The Shores BLDG.
Build your Northern Michigan retreat in The Shores, just two miles northwest of Northport. Lot 40 offers approximately 0.91 acres on a quiet cul-de-sac, surrounded by mature hardwoods with a spacious, level plateau ideal for your future home. Enjoy approximately 4,000 feet of shared Lake Michigan beachfront, sandy shoreline at Christmas Cove, common areas, and trails. Peterson Park is also accessible through the Austrian Forest Commons. Protective covenants preserve the community’s natural character, with a minimum 1,800-square-foot residence requirement and architectural review. Short-term rentals are prohibited, helping maintain the peaceful residential setting. Underground electric, high-speed internet, private well and septic, blacktop association roads, and Lake Michigan privileges add to the appeal. A peaceful, private setting with Lake Michigan access and close proximity to Northport—Lot 40 is ready for your Northern Michigan dream home.

Lot 40 N Shores Court, Northport

$99,000
1949533 MLS
Small parcels along the M-22 corridor require more than a quick look at the map. This .38-acre parcel on S West Bay Shore Drive sits across from the former Timber Shores property, now publicly associated with Mashkiigaki. Current public materials describe much of the former Timber Shores property as a nature preserve/restoration project, with a separate portion retained for attainable-housing planning. The parcel offers a Northport-area location with blacktop road frontage on M-22, a wooded/hardwood setting, countryside views, and utilities available in the area. A private well and septic would be required and are not installed. Important due diligence applies. The property is in an Agricultural zoning district and is reported to be a legal nonconforming lot of record. The listing agent is awaiting confirmation from the local zoning administrator regarding the parcel’s legal nonconforming status. The property is also subject to a Cherryland Electric utility easement with overhead power lines crossing the parcel. The listing agent spoke directly with Cherryland Electric and was advised that pole relocation may be possible to accommodate a future build, with relocation expense borne by the buyer. Buyer must verify feasibility, timing, cost, design requirements, and approval directly with Cherryland Electric. Buyer to verify acreage, legal lot status, zoning, buildability, allowed residential or outbuilding use, setbacks, lot coverage, M-22 access, septic/well feasibility, utilities, easements, future Timber Shores/Mashkiigaki plans, and all intended uses.

7801 S West Bay Shore Drive, Northport

$409,900
1949476 MLS Metes And Bounds BLDG.
Spanning more than 27 acres in beautiful Leelanau County, this expansive property offers an exceptional combination of wooded acreage, open land, and rolling terrain. Mature hardwoods create a private, natural setting, while elevated areas along the ridge offer seasonal views of Lake Leelanau. The diverse landscape provides plenty of possibilities for a private estate, farmstead, recreational retreat, or Up North getaway. Surrounded by other large parcels, the setting feels peaceful and secluded with abundant space to explore and enjoy. Located within the Glen Lake School District, with convenient access to Cedar and Maple City, and approximately 20 minutes from Traverse City, this impressive acreage combines privacy, natural beauty, and an ideal Leelanau County location.

27.5 Acres S Hill Road, Cedar