Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds4,186 sqft

11801 South Lacore Road, Empire, MI 49630

Single FamilyProperty Type
3.03 acresLot Size
1908Year Built
$263/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

What if the most desirable venue in Empire is simply waiting to be reimagined? Situated on over 3 acres in the heart of downtown Empire — walking distance to Empire Beach, local shops, and restaurants — this rare offering combines scale, flexibility, and location in a way that is nearly impossible to replicate. The expansive main residence features multiple gathering spaces, two fireplaces, a Viking professional double oven cooktop, a natural light-filled three-season room, and a private office...What if the most desirable venue in Empire is simply waiting to be reimagined? Situated on over 3 acres in the heart of downtown Empire — walking distance to Empire Beach, local shops, and restaurants — this rare offering combines scale, flexibility, and location in a way that is nearly impossible to replicate. The expansive main residence features multiple gathering spaces, two fireplaces, a Viking professional double oven cooktop, a natural light-filled three-season room, and a private office with custom cherry built-ins from floor to ceiling. Upstairs you’ll find four bedrooms — three with private ensuite baths, including two primary suites. A finished third-level attic spans the length of the home, providing additional flexible space and storage. Outdoor amenities further expand the possibilities. The in-ground pool is complemented by three accessory buildings: a 28x16 pool house with architectural character and an unfinished second level, a 40x24 garden house/workshop with 14 ft ceilings, drive-in garage door, and 240-volt service, and a 24x12 pond house with electricity powering the pond and irrigation systems. Included in the sale is a separate high-visibility corner parcel at M-22 and M-72, also zoned residential/commercial, offering exceptional exposure and long-term income potential. With mixed-use zoning in place (buyer to verify intended use with the Village of Empire), the framework exists for a boutique hospitality concept, destination retreat, live/work compound, or event-based venture. Moments from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Lake, and a direct route to Traverse City, properties with this scale, zoning flexibility, and positioning rarely become available in Empire. This is more than a home. It is an opportunity to create something iconic.
  • Listed by: Weston Buchan 231.590.4355 westbuc@gmail.com • REO-TCRandolph-233022
Listing closed: 06/19/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MiRealSource, MLS#: 80065690
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Property Information for 11801 South Lacore Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Subdivision Name: Village of Empire
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning Description: Commercial, Residential

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Lot Size: 3.03 AC / 131,986 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Traverse City, take M-72 all the way to downtown Empire. At the M22 stop sign take a left and property will be on your left.
  • Latitude: 44.810474
  • Longitude: -86.058425
  • MLS Area Major: Empire Twp (45005)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 041-719-016+041-719-017
  • Tax Assessed Value: 292008
School Information
  • High School District: Glen Lake
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.03
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 330 x 399.40
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 4186.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Total: 4861.0
  • Living Area: 4186.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1908
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s), Workshop, Second Garage
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: Two
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck, Porch
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Private Pool: Yes
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Block
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Exhaust Fan
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 12
  • Has Spa: Yes
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s), Window Treatments, Skylight(s)

Room Information

Room 1
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Main
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 23x26
  • Length: 23.0
  • Width: 26.0
Room 2
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 15x13
  • Length: 15.0
  • Width: 13.0
Room 3
  • Type: Laundry
  • Level: Upper
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 10x12
  • Length: 10.0
  • Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 12x16
  • Length: 12.0
  • Width: 16.0
Room 5
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 19x12
  • Length: 19.0
  • Width: 12.0
Room 6
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 28x18
  • Length: 28.0
  • Width: 18.0
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Upper
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 10x12
  • Length: 10.0
  • Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Level: Upper
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 15x12
  • Length: 15.0
  • Width: 12.0
Room 9
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Upper
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 11x15
  • Length: 11.0
  • Width: 15.0
Room 10
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 23.0
  • Width: 26.0
Room 11
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Length: 28.0
  • Width: 18.0
Room 12
  • Type: Library

Property History for 11801 South Lacore Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 19, 2026

Sold

MiRealSource #80065690

$1,100,000—
Jun 19, 2026

Sold

Realcomp #78080065690

$1,100,000—
Apr 22, 2026

Contract Out

MiRealSource #80065690

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/19/2026

Sold

MiRealSource #80065690

$1,100,000
06/19/2026

Sold

Realcomp #78080065690

$1,100,000
04/22/2026

Contract Out

MiRealSource #80065690

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Public records

11801 South Lacore Road

Beds

0

Lot Size

101,495 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

County

LEELANAU

APN

041-719-016-00

Schools near 11801 South Lacore Road

This home is within Glen Lake Community Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Glen Lake Community School
PublicPK to 12

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