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A place to make memories... www.RealEstateOne.com Old Mission Peninsula Waterfront Properties

120’ on Grand Traverse Bay near the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, Bamboo flooring. 2 car garage. $389,000.

125’ Direct Frontage

Rare opportunity to own west-facing waterfront with large sandy beach. Updated and private 5 BR, 3.5 BA. MLS 1797872 $997,000

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Family Compound

Spectacular views with private beach frontage and large parcel. 5 BR, 3.5 BA with In-Law Suite, perfect for multi-generational family & house guests. MLS 1798441 $565,000 The Best of

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Willow Winery & Vineyard.

Turn Key with 2 bedroom villa, tasting room, barn, 11 AC, fixtures & equipment. $1.75m by appt. only.

Rolling Hills Estates Gorgeous West Bay View sites. In Leelanau County.

1/2 way between Traverse City & Suttons Bay. $49,000. - $169,000.

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Hard sand bottom & beautiful sunsets. 125’ private frontage on all sports Lake Leelanau. 4BR, 4BA, huge deck, walk out lower level. Cedar sauna & endless pool (also makes a great game room). $615,000.

Live Where You Play!

Shelly Brunette

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Traverse City Front Street Office • 511 E Front Street

231.642.6436 • shelly@shellysells.com • www.shellysells.com

The One place to Buy or Sell LONG LAKE ESTATE PROPERTY LIVE BEAUTIFULLY ... in Underwood Farms on Old Mission Peninsula your Michigan home or property.

Sweeping views of West Bay

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Spectacular property with 447’ of the finest sand bottom on prestigious Long Lake, 12 acres of towering hardwoods, and a stunning custom built home. Open and inviting with 4728 SF, gourmet kitchen, beautiful master suite, expansive water views, 3 car garage, lush landscaping and a 1200SF outbuilding. This is a rare opportunity to own a home that has been designed for lakefront living with exceptional waterfront, total privacy and only 11 miles to Traverse City. $3,500,000.

Mary Taylor 231.357.7300 mary@bluebays.net

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110’ shared frontage on West Bay Discriminating design & craftsmanship create a home for families to delight in for generations. Situated on 5.5 acres amenities include covered porch, gracious entry, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, salt water pool, media room, year-round sunroom, living & dining rooms, over-sized “chef caliber” island kitchen, mudroom & laundry you won’t believe complete w/ doggy bath. Upstairs marvel at the oversized open loft/den/office off which are a luxurious master suite, two guest rooms & bath. Three-car heated garage, pool house, & basketball court add to the wonder of this property. W/O lower level boasts radiant heated tile floors, “guest” kitchen, carpeted family room, F/P, two lg. bedrooms, bath w/ walk-in shower & addl. steam shower plus ample storage. This level flows easily to poolside, patios, hot tub & fenced yard where your privacy is secure . And still so much more…

Alice Shirley

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Beautiful 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Brick contemporary on 125 ft of frontage, Living areas open to a large full length porch over looking Torch Lake. Extra rooms include large loft, Family Room, and heated 3 season room. 2 fireplaces. Oversized 3 stall garage with 11’ door for recreational vehicles. Numerous custom features throughout. Large 700’ ft deep lot is bordered by a meandering brook rambling to the water’s edge.

MLS #1796522 $799,500

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Traverse City • East Bay Lovely Condo • VIEWS Nancy Albrecht SRES, ASP, Green, WCR Nancy@nancyalbrecht.com 231.409.4444 www.nancyalbrecht.com

Debra J. Hall GRI, PMN, GRN, ABR FindTCHomes@gmail.com 231.590.0936 www.FindTCHomes.com

Jim Christians Associate Broker SFR, ABR, SRES

231.642.1640 jim@jimchristians.com www.jimchristians.com

EXPERIENCE COUNTS! 521 Randolph Street, Traverse City, MI 49684

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Downtown Traverse City’s very own Magnificent Chicago Brownstone 2-Story home. Entirely renovated • the well thought out style and design has transformed this building into a true home by adding top of the line finishes throughout while maintaining the original design gems. 4 BR, 3 BA, 6,746 sq. ft.

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Take joy in a home that makes every day feel Enchanting with the modern convenience of a • • newer built waterfront home. Carefully designed to capture the beauty of West Bay from almost every window & memorable sun-rise views, 85 Ft. of private Sandy beach area, 2 miles to Traverse City. 5 BR, 5.5 BA, 5,745 sq ft., $1,349,000.

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Spectacular hilltop estate with panoramic views of West Bay and Power Island! Includes 90 ft. of deeded West Bay frontage. Custom-built “Traditional Southern Colonial” Home with 4 Private BR Suites, 4.5 Baths, 5 Fireplaces and 6,000 SF of living space. Top quality materials plus many luxurious features & amenities make this beautiful home extraordinary in so many ways! Potential vineyard property. $1,950,000.

Live in Wine Country! MLS1797899 Hill top water views of West Bay 5 miles from Traverse City $399,900

10 Acres of Hardwoods! Close to Omena Bay MLS1782192 Hardwoods and Wildlife surround this home. $355,900

Mike Mitchell (231) 645-2323

mmitchell@realestateone.com www.grandtraverseproperties.net 521 Randolph Street, Traverse City, MI 49684

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Lou Okma Cell/Text 231.645.7696 Office 231.946.4040 louokma@realestateone.com

BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY ESTATE for the Equestrian enthusiast. Peaceful setting with mature hard woods, seven acres that include riding rings, five separate fenced pastures with run in, and 4 stall barn. The charming farm house has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus a den. Hardwood floors, original hardwood trim, formal dining room and a wonderful wrap around porch.

Private main floor master bedroom opens to back deck. MLS #1799608 $285,000

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In the Traverse/MyNorth Red Hot Best voting, Realtor Bob Murray pulled in the votes to earn the No. 1 spot, so we asked for his take on trends shaping Northern Michigan real estate now.

Murray splits sales efforts among Kalkaska, Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties, giving him a diverse perspective on the market.

How long have you been selling real estate in Northern Michigan?

Since 1975. I started at Schuss Mountain selling condos and ski chalets.

Michigan seems to be on solid footing now and is moving ahead, what are the most visible trends here that result from that rebound?

I’d say the largest trend is seen on the east side of Traverse City, where Meijer’s is breaking ground, and everybody is guessing what other anchors will go in there, like a Tractor Supply or something.

Those will bring hundreds of jobs to the area. But the people working retail won’t be able to afford Elk Rapids, Leelanau and Traverse City, so to get affordable housing, I see people moving Kalkaska way.

We are hearing a good bit about the shortage of affordable housing, sounds like you agree.

Sure. I read the Leelanau Enterprise and it seems like every other week there’s an article in there about families who are just starting out not being able to get a house there. On the plus side for those starting out, the 3 percent interest rate on mortgages is making homes very affordable, so you can buy a $200,000 house for the price of rent.

Give us a snapshot of activity, what are you seeing?

In Grand Traverse County in particular it has changed from a buyers’ market to a sellers’ market. We are seeing multiple offers on houses and houses on the market for days instead of months or

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A conversation with Red Hot Best Realtor Bob Murray. even years. And that happened in the past 12 months, like somebody turned on the switch and never turned it off. We are seeing that in rentals too. I’m probably getting 10 calls a day from people looking for rentals, and they are just not available.

What about lakefront properties?

We’ve seen dramatic changes there in inventory. I’d guess we have maybe 20 percent of the lake houses on the market today compared to even just a couple of years ago. If you were to take all of Torch Lake, Elk Lake, Skegemog, the whole Chain of Lakes, you might have 50 properties on the market. It is true of all the smaller inland lakes, too. There are lakes with not a single property for sale today, whereas a few years ago there would have been seven or eight.

How’s about the North’s other population centers, like Charlevoix, Petoskey …

Traverse City is kind of the center of the vortex, pulling everything toward it. The other towns are awesome places, but they tend to still be more resort, three-month economies.

Are there any flat parts of the market?

The only one is the proverbial Up North cabin in the woods with 10 acres that was so popular for many years. You know, when I was young, we all wanted to move to the woods and roast marshmallows. But that ship has sailed. Millennials want to be where the action is.

Are we finally seeing real impacts from the long-predicted trend of remote workers, like, say, software engineers living here, but for companies based in major cities?

Definitely. Big shift. That is a big part of the market now, especially in Leelanau County. Ten years ago, that was almost nonexistent. It’s growing every day.

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If you are looking for a vacation or retirement home, look in the right place.

It’s surrounded by the area named “America’s Most Beautiful Place”

by Good Morning America’s viewers.

It’s been here for 80 years and has an unmatched reputation for things that matter. Spectacular beauty is one. Responsible land use is another.

Quality is yet another.

Vacation Homes:

Let’s talk about what really matters.

It also has an unmatched reputation for things that really matter. Integrity and stability are among them. Today, more than ever, those values really matter.

So come look at a place that’s flourishing. You’ll be reassured.

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Between them, Realtors Mark and Peter Fisher have a combined 35 years of experience selling properties in Northern Michigan.

The father-son team works out of the Glen Arbor office, but their territory regularly extends into Traverse City. We checked in with Peter for his up close and personal look at the current real estate market.

You’ve seen a couple definite and somewhat surprising trends this year. Tell us about them: Yes, the primary one that we are seeing is that single family homes in the under-$225K price range in neighborhoods for working families are particularly “hot” right now. The buyers are new to the area or making the move into home ownership after renting.

This trend seems driven by a reasonably strong job market in Traverse City and is sustained by low interest rates nationally.

This is particularly surprising, because generally when we cover real estate in Northern Michigan the topic is almost always second homes on the waterfront. What’s going on with those properties?

What we are seeing there is a little atypical of what we’ve seen in the past. The very best waterfront properties are selling for strong, sometimes near peak prices, but anything not truly Grade A is either taking longer to sell or not selling if not priced appropriately.

In the past, middle-class buyers drove much of the middle segment of the second home and waterfront market, say $250 to $500K. However, since the start of the recession they’ve been mostly absent from the market. They seem to be returning in the past year, but now are looking for ways to make owning a second home more affordable—possibly using the property as a summer rental to cover some portion of cost.

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How about all those Boomers out there, what are they looking for?

Well, since they are either retired or nearing retirement, they are looking for convenience and proximity to doctors, stores and other services. They are also almost demanding homes that allow for single story, first-floor living. We’ve seen beautiful homes at great prices get passed up because they weren’t set up for first-floor living.

Okay, here’s where we let you plug your profession. With all the online property listings, why does a flesh and blood Realtor still matter?

You’re right, with all of the resources online (Zillow Zestimates, scores of listing websites, community data sites …) and shows on HGTV like Love It or List It and Flip or Flop, buyers are as informed as ever, and everyone’s an expert. But in a market like ours, whether rural, high-end waterfront, or the hot areas in Traverse City, there’s no substitute for a talented agent with local knowledge to navigate the ever more complex purchase or sales process.

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SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER. MORE INNOVATIVE.

On the Boardman River in the Heart of Traverse City

$671,545

3 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths Private Elevator 2 Car Garage 2480 sf MLS 1791470

Green Garden Roofs Snowmelt Drive

October Occupancy!

Barb Cooper 231-218-0303

Exceptional Country Estate!

Luxurious Beachside Retreat Awaits You! Uniquely located on a point with breathtaking sunrise, sunset, and moonscape views. This quality home in the very desirable Ne-Ah-Ta-Wanta resort area offers you a wide range of eloquent features. Gourmet kitchen has granite throughout, top of the line appliances and custom cabinetry.

Views of the lake from many of the home’s living areas. MLS 1789526

Immaculately kept 4 bedroom home 10 acres Just 10 miles from Traverse City 48’x72’ pole barn 10623 N Long Lake Rd

Traverse City, MI

Offered at: $499,900

Luba Melnyczuk-Childs 231.557.9100 Mobile Luba.childs@c21northland.com

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Spectacular Views of West Grand Traverse Bay! Shared access to GT Bay & Cedar Lake

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Old Mission Peninsula Perfect family home.

5 bedrooms, 4 baths, private setting, multi-level decking.

West Side near Munson Den easily converted to handicap accessible bedroom, main floor master suite.

Gentleman Farm Built in 1990, 11 acres, horses allowed.

Old Mission near Mapleton.

Molly Buttleman 231.463.6969

Molly@c21northland.com 241 E. State Street • Traverse City www.c21northland.com

Bridget Carefoot 231.499.1837 Bridget@c21northland.com 241 E. State Street • Traverse City www.c21northland.com

Leelanau County Waterfront Homes Grand Traverse Bay

182’ Beautiful wide sandy beach with an exquisite executive home north of revived Northport. Private 2.2 acres, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths.

Easy Woolsey Airport Access. $949,900 (1796798) Watch the lights come on in Traverse City from the porch of this lovely south facing waterfront home on Lee Point, just south of Su ons Bay. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, private Hendryx Dr. $879,000 (1798729)

Stunning & very private Dawn Haven just South of Northport.

3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, this newer custom ranch will make you immediately feel at home! 214’ GT Bay Frontage-1.9 acres $747,500 (1798612)

Cory Beuerle

Open House June 20, 27 & 28 1:00 - 4:00pm Triple “L” - Large, Luxury Lakefront living with 99 ft frontage on all sports Silver Lake close to downtown Traverse City.

6 bed/4.5 bath executive home with only the finest of finishings. Immediate occupancy, you can be playing on the lake this summer! Absolutely has to be seen to be appreciated. $1,085,000. MLS #1799800

Kelly Rayment

Leelanau & GT Counties 325 N. St. Joseph St., Suttons Bay

231-631-7653 corybeuerle@gmail.com www.coryb.com

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3241 Nabanois Trail, Indian River, 49749 This Full Service Marina on the Inland Waterway is rich with history.

This unique business opportunity includes 700 ft. on Indian River, includes over 70 boat slips, mechanic area, beautiful showroom, boat storage, gas dock and more. A business epicenter in the middle of the Indian River waterway between beautiful Burt Lake and Mullett Lake.

Darren Vizina 231.445.0354 $1,899,000

8705 Francine Lane, Cheboygan, MI 49721 This breathtaking custom log home has captured the serenity of Burt Lake with pristine sugar sand beach and picturesque views from every bedroom in this home. A sophisticated kitchen leads to dining area with towering fireplace and vaulted ceilings. This home is designed with large bedroom suites so guests can make themselves at home. The surrounding properties are comparable in stature, and offer an incredibly private and tranquil setting at the prestigious north End of Burt Lake. Darren Vizina 231.445.0354 $1,685,000

8855 Francine Lane, Cheboygan, MI 49721 This property offers one of the most amazing home site’s on Burt Lake. 170 feet of sugar sand beach which is adjacent to nearly 1 mile of University of Michigan Regents! In addition to this one of a kind campus this 2009 built log home has a traditional cabin feel with luxury modern amenities. The wrap around covered porch offers plenty of space for relaxation, entertaining and memory making. The 2 ½ car detached outbuilding lends plenty of space for all your outdoor toys.

Darren Vizina 231.445.0354 $1,290,000 7651 McDonald Road, Cheboygan, MI 49721 Live the life you’ve been working for in this grand home. Enjoy family gatherings and entertaining friends. Days filled with bonfires, tiki bar conversations, and hours of fun on beautiful Mullett Lake. Towering windows stream in both the sunshine and the stars. Complete withluxury culinary kitchen. Relax in front of one of the many fireplaces while the family enjoys the game rooms. Sunrises and sunsets are breathtaking in the glorious master suite. Jack Douglas 231.290.2951 Team Martinchek 231.420.0231 $952,900

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3699 N Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs, MI 49740 The iconic “Blue Duck” is 17 miles North of Harbor Springs on famed Tunnel of Trees. Magnificent views on the pristine bluff-top. This 3,200 sq ft home on 9 acres is comprised of 4 separate but contiguous parcels including a rare 150 feet stretch of Lake Michigan frontage. One of the most secluded waterfront beaches you will ever happen upon!

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Pam Fochtman 231.881.8842 $845,000

5198 S. Birchwood Drive, Cheboygan, MI 49721 Fantastic sunrises adorn this custom home on 111 ft. of private frontage on Mullett Lake. Begin your day with a cup of coffee in the four season sunroom overlooking the lake. Stunning floor to ceiling windows and dual sided fireplace highlight the luxury finishes throughout. Master bedroom adjoins oversize en suite with Jacuzzi tub. Large second level bedrooms ensure guests a haven of relaxation.

Team Martinchek 231.420.0231 $699,900

5168 S. Birchwood Drive, Cheboygan, MI 49721 Amazing location and beautiful home! Located on a private wooded lot on the desirable west side of Mullett Lake with easy access from I-75.

Located near to all the local happenings and the recreation trail for miles of walks and bike touring. Life long memories to be made through all the beautiful Michigan seasons at this spacious, well kept, and private ’’Up North’’ home. Call for a private showing today!

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Team Martinchek 231.420.0231 Jack Douglas 231.290.2951 $549,500

7612 Bristish Landing Road, Mackinac Island, MI 49757 A rare opportunity and extraordinary chance to own a beautiful home on an acre of land in a historic neighborhood on Mackinac Island. This classic home offers peacefulness and privacy of a wooded setting, water views and amazing sunsets! Biking, walking, and just a quick stroll down Lake Shore Drive to the beach front.

Pam Fochtman 231.881.8842 $485,000

PETOSKEY | INDIAN RIVER | CHARLEVOIX COUNTRY CLUB | GOOD HART |

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Maplehurst. A spectacular 400 acre parcel with private 60 acre spring fed lake and thousands of feet of shoreline. Formerly a summer camp, many of the structures & improvements remain. In addition to Lake Maplehurst, it affords views of Torch Lake, Lake Michigan and Elk Lake to name a few. Large plots of cherry trees still produce a cash crop and 50% of the OGM rights promise future potential. All the right characteristics for a private estate, winery, or land bank.

Rik Lobenherz MLS # 444056 $2,975,000 231.675.6285

Spectacu lar Setting Private, quiet and secluded location with panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Enjoy pristine beaches within walking distance.

Home features 5 beds, 4 baths, & 2.5 car garage.

Exquisitely detailed custom home with exceptional stone fireplace.

Currently available for private showings.

Pam Fochtman MLS # 443874 $744,999 231.881.8842

A Sign of Confidence When the most respected brand in the world Berkshire Hathaway puts its name on a real estate sign, that’s a good sign for the market and a great sign for you.

Announcing our newest location in the heart of downtown Traverse City!

Find us currently 310 West Front Street | Traverse City 231.632.5105

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Share 26 acres with Crystal Lake views, outdoor tennis courts and pool.

VIEWS Exciting multi-level 2BR, 2BA+office. Partially finished lower level w/ family room. $299,000 (1786149)

EASY One level 2BR, 2BA. Beautifully remodeled-new kitchen, hickory floor, gas fireplace. $189,000 (1797064)

All-Sports Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes

127 FT Sandy, private, direct frontage. 4BR, 3.5BA + two 102 FT Sandy bottom frontage. Completely updated w/ cottages, sauna, dock & two garages. $839,000 (1782392) garage, boathouse & extra back lot. $549,000 (1785757)

50 FT Direct, sandy bottom frontage. Lakeside views. Remodeled, 63 FT Private frontage w/ dock. 5BRs, 3-season porch, furnishings. Many updates. Miner’s Bay. $325,000 (1799781) year-round 3br +garage & dock. $399,900 (1794337)

www.cdstapleton.com Serving Benzie, Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties

Barb Hood Chris Stapleton 231-275-3300 888-313-3990 231-342-7499 231-499-2698

Premier Waterfront Realty

Specializing in Waterfront Properties Here is a simple but powerful rule: always give people more than what they expect to get. -Nelson Boswell When searching for a waterfront property in Northern Michigan, it’s important to consult with an expert. By coming to Premier Waterfront Realty for your home selling or buying needs, you’ll receive nothing but professionalism and expertise. Our leadership team specializes in all aspects of marketing and selling waterfront homes in Northern Michigan. Utilizing our many years of hands on experience, our team will assist you in finding the perfect home overlooking one of Michigan’s many beautiful lakes or rivers.

Charlene Scheer, is the premier founder and representative for Premier Waterfront Realty. She is relied upon by buyers, sellers and their agents in Northern Michigan for her profession to the highest levels of quality service. An experienced real estate broker since 1992, Charlene prides herself on impeccable judgment with knowledge and financial markets in Northern Michigan, while at the same time, understanding the special needs of top-of-the market buyers and sellers.

Please contact us to help you in your home selling and buying needs!

Charlene Scheer

Broker/Owner • Limited Appraiser • GRI, ABR, CRB, CRS,

989.915.1556 Cell 231.492.0426 Office charscheer@gmail.com

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PARCEL D - Ideal, premium LAKE MICHIGAN building site with 141 feet of flat, buildable, WALK-RIGHT-OUT frontage. Stroll miles of white sandy beach from this exclusive area. 1.161 Acres!! Natural gas, underground electric, cable TV, hi-speed internet and 3 bars on your cell phone. This property currently does not fall into the DEQ Critical Dune Area nor the High Risk Erosion Area so the DEQ has NO JURISDICTION over the setbacks at this time. Onekama Twp Zoning setbacks: Road/Front/Rear: 25 ft; Side: 10 ft; Lakefront (from the bluff or high water mark): 40 ft. So if you’re dreaming big, this is the location for your new Northern Michigan home that is just minutes from Manistee’s Blacker Airport, the #7-ranked Golf Course in the Country - Arcadia Bluffs, and Crystal Mountain Golf and Ski Resort. $498,500

408 Main Street Frankfort (231) 352-7123

(231) 651-9711 suzy@sleepingbearrealty.com

Suzanne Riley 231.620.9561

An Extraordinary Place to Live

Dockside Luxury Condominium Community in a World Class Setting Located on beautiful Betsie Bay in Frankfort, just steps away from Lake Michigan

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DOWNTOWN TRAVERSE CITY CONDOS 1510 SF – 1810 SF. $254,900 - $529,000

Overlooking Boardman Lake Within 1 block of West Grand Traverse Bay CUSTOM BUILT HOME OF MONTANA LOGS NEAR SHANTY CREEK - SCHUSS MOUNTAIN. This beautiful home on 6.5 acres in

gated 3 Lakes Club overlooking 466 feet of frontage on Green Lake.

BOB RIECK – 231 313 8926

BobandTiaRieck.com

10377 Eagle Ridge Trail, Mancelona, MI 49659

REALTOR

$599,000. CBGreatLakes.com/290336

TIA RIECK – 231 620 5389

BILL MARTELLA • 989-732-4661

ASSOCIATE BROKER, GRI, SFR Certified

OF ALL THE UNIQUE PROPERTIES LOCATED IN LEELANAU COUNTY, THE JOLLI LODGE IS IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN. This 16-acre Leelanau County estate has over 700 ft of private Lake Michigan waterfront with eight residential buildings and a 36x60 garage. The Jolli Lodge is rich in tradition and continues to welcome generations of friends and families to enjoy its magical atmosphere and desirable location for more than a half century. $10,200,000.

CBGreatLakes.com/1799620 Tim Schaub 231-883-3545 101 N PARK STREET, Heart Of Downtown Traverse City, Prime location with magnificent views of Grand Traverse Bay. Sandy public beach, amazing restaurants, shopping and State Theater.

Watch the Fireworks from your Deck, parades from front steps with most of ones need in walking distance. Top quality construction in this White Box Unit comes with 8 hours of architectural support and 4 underground parking spots. This Penthouse Condo offers the opportunity to build out Luxury Space in Dream Location, making it your own. Building is mixed use. Square footage is approximate. $2,000,000.

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PRESTIGIOUS MAGIC CARPET HIDEAWAY, 175 ft Lake Michigan sandy beach with covered stone front porch to welcome you into a 4 bedroom, 4.5 baths, 4,610 SF Craftsman style home on 1.83 acres with designer kitchen and guest quarters. $1,700,000. CBGreatLakes.com/1799516

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1717 US-31 N - MAIN FLOOR LIVING WITH 330 FEET OF EAST BAY Miracle Mile sandy beach just steps away from your custom paver patio. $410,000. CBGreatLakes.com/ 1800096

Ann Porter

ASSOCIATE BROKER

231.944.4959 Ann@AnnPorterTC.com

SCHMIDT FAMILY OF COMPANIES | 522 E. Front St., Traverse City, MI 49686 | CBGreatLakes.com

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Real Estate Looking for Waterfront Property?

Your link to Antrim County’s Chain-of-Lakes

Visit AntrimCountyHomes.com today!

Bois Blanc Island

Lake Bellaire $650,000 MLS 1792238

Clam Lake $369,000 MLS 1799803

Hanley Lake $363,000 MLS 1799679

Benway Lake $494,000 MLS 1798754

European inspired residential home on Bois Blanc Island next to Mackinaw Island in the Strait of Mackinaw. This is true living on the island. The home features 11 bedrooms. Each room is differently designed! Home can be split into 3 independent units. You will enjoy the view on the Strait of Mackinaw! Summer living is Pure Michigan! In fall the hunters will love it! Winter living is quite and peaceful! The home sits on 26 acres of land which thrives with wildlife. You can access the Island by boat and plane, just a hop away from Mackinaw Island. $1,250,000

Petra Mattern

248-464-2915 pmattern@kw.com Associated with Keller Williams – West Bloomfield: 248-626-2100

Julia Pietrowicz

Associate Broker, MBA, SRS, GRI

231.360.0739

juliap@kw.com www.AntrimCountyHomes.com Associated with Keller Williams - Greater Grand Traverse : 231-947-8200

WATERSIDE PROPERTIES…..LITERALLY! BASS LAKE $495,000

GRAND TRAVERSE BAY $520,000

ELK LAKE $1,395,000

TORCH LAKE $695,000

ELK LAKE $950,000

GRAND TRAVERSE BAY $425,000

WANT TO BE HERE WE CAN HELP REAL ESTATE & RENTALS

Kathy Wittbrodt

Owner/Broker, GRI, CRS. CBR, GREEN

www.NORTHERNEXIT.com 231-264-9833 / 231-258-0927

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212 River Street • Elk Rapids 231.264.0546 (office) 231.632.7181 (cell) kathy@watersideproperties.net

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Real Estate -SIX ISLANDS $250,000 to $1,250,000 -4 to 174 ACRES

Living & Working in Lavender

Luxury homes, cabins, acreage and lots.

Lavender Hills Farm ~ Boyne City ~ Horton Bay Road

WE HAVE AERIAL VIDEOS FOR YOUR VIEWING

Home, barns, ponds, equipment, gift shop and over 13,000 Lavender Plants and more…

Drummond Island Realty

RELLINGER & ASSOCIATES

Thelia Bailey Gagliardi, Broker (877) 493-5344 www.drummondisland-realty.com drummondislandrealty@outlook.com

Larry Rellinger 231.838.6050 • larry@rellinger.com

Specializing in Fractional Ownership Real Estate

Turn your dream of a Family cottage on the lake into a reality!

AT TAMARACK LODGE we have many creative ownership options specifically designed to make the dream of a family cottage on the lake AFFORDABLE, EASY and STRESS FREE. Call now to explore your options and to receive your free DVD and Information Packet

We Make Ownership Affordable, Nothing Compares!

231-938-3950 www.tamaracklodgetc.com

Offered by Tamarack Realty & Development, LLC

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“Lovely Home nestled in the deep woods. 157 acres hardwoods - income producing forest management program. Sustainable and great hunting! $950,000.”

“27 acre Farm with full log home, guest cabin, brand new barn. Mini orchard, organic flower, vegetable gardens, aerated pond. Wonderful views. Minutes to Frankfort & Lake Michigan. $525,000.”

“Exceptional 3 bd, 3bth home with sweeping Betsie Valley views on 5 acres. Open floor plan, cozy living room, garage plus Pole Barn. Minutes to Frankfort & Lake Michigan. $299,900.”

“Beautiful 4 bedroom 3 bath home on 5 acres overlooking scenic Lake Arcadia. Room for everyone and everything with 2 garages, pole barn. Lake Michigan marina just a few minutes away. $379,900.”

“Great place to enjoy the crystal clear waters of Crystal Lake - 100 ft frontage. Older cottage with 2 car garage. Priced right at $379,900.”

Call Randy 231-920-6208 Randy Dye, Associate Broker

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From Showing to Closing, and Everything in Between

GRAND TRAVERSE COMMONS!

UNIQUE NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAKEFRONT HOME

Beautiful high-ceiling condos from $345,000 that perfectly fit the vibrant lifestyle of the Village. Currently 1, 2 & 3 BR options as well as an investment unit to choose from. Live among restaurants, shops & galleries. Commercial spaces also available. 1 mile to downtown TC & West End Beach. 320 acres of parkland and hiking trails surround the historic redevelopment.

120 feet of private frontage on the largest part of all sports Spider Lake. Open floor plan, soaring vaulted pine ceiling & wall of windows looking out to the lake.

Detached garage has complete studio, kitchen, workshop, 1 ½ baths. 2 docks, large deck on main house, patio, lakeside deck, bon-fire pit & extensively landscaped garden areas. $570,000.

INTERLOCHEN WATERFRONT AREA

PRIVATE WATERFRONT

Woodsy setting with a beautiful view of Duck Lake sunsets. Shared frontage is very short walk to end of the road. Wrap-around multi-level decks in spacious yard that backs up to a creek. Open floor plan. Master with cozy reading area, 2 closets, slider out to deck. Hickory & bamboo flooring in main level bedrooms. Finished family room in walk-out lower level. $220,000.

Get off the beaten path to a tranquil setting on the shores of Pickerel Lake. Like new, one owner home perfect for year-round living or up-north cottage. Home features cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors & windows from floor to ceiling facing the lake. Pickerel Lake is a non-gas motor lake for fishing, kayaking, canoeing & enjoying nature.

State land close by for hunting & snowmobiling. $185,000.

Are you thinking of selling? Call Marsha now for a free market evaluation of your home.

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Marsha Minervini (231) 883-4500 marsha@marshaminervini.com

500 S. Union Street Traverse City, MI 49684

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