If you've been search of the perfect Lake Michigan, sunset facing parcel to build your Leelanau County up north get away, you quest may be over. Stunning panoramic water views adorn lot 3 located in the well established Leelanau Orchards neighborhood, about a half mile north of the quaint village of Empire, just off the scenic M-22 corridor. Positioned on the western edge of the development, you'll have a "front row seat" as it's closer to views looking at peaceful sunsets, sail boats, and the ever changing weather that mother nature provides. No one can build in front of you to hinder your view from this perch! The seller has an architectural review committee approved concept for a home design that fits nicely on the property and takes full advantage of not only the Lake Michigan views, but the rolling hillsides, orchards and meadows. There is a sensible 1800 square foot minimum, above grade requirement for home design, so bring your builder and architect to explore the potential on this great site. Underground utilities include natural gas, high speed internet/cable, electricity, and phone services. Shared, paved private access road, with association fees of $600 per year for snow removal, mowing, maintenance, and insurance. They're not making many of these special properties that are ready to be built on, come and see for yourself, the potential!
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$95,900
3 S Macintosh Ct, Empire, MI 49630
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0.77Acres
Unimproved Land
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0.77 Acres Lot
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What's special
Orchards and meadowsSunset facing parcelRolling hillsidesPanoramic water views
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 04:12am
Listed by:
Robert Serbin 231-633-8695,
Serbin Real Estate 231-334-2758
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1937511

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Facts & features
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View, Water
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Dimensions: 43 x 219 x 277 x 268
- Features: Rolling Slope, Previously Farmed, Cleared, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 005-460-003-00
- Zoning description: Residential,Site Condominium,Finished Lots,Bldg & Use Restrictions
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Underground
- Sewer: Private Sewer, None
- Water: Private, None
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Cable Available, Cable Internet
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Common Area
- Subdivision: Leelanau Orchards
Location
- Region: Empire
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $25,574
- Price range: $95.9K - $95.9K
- Date on market: 8/13/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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