Is parking easy in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

As of early 2026, 100% of users say it's quiet

Is a car needed in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Is there wildlife in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say there's wildlife

Does Empire, MI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are there community events in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say there are community events

Is Empire, MI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say it's dog friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do kids play outside in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Empire, MI?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Empire, MI walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do residents of Empire, MI plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does Empire, MI have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 17% of users say there are sidewalks

OFF MARKET

$85,000

Last sold price

W Macfarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636

Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 25, 2014 for $85,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bath	Sqft
6374 Kettle Way #2, Empire, MI	1.06	Lot/Land	$180,000	10/16/25	-	-
5 Kettle Way #5, Empire, MI	1.16	Lot/Land	$215,000	01/06/26	-	-
S Hermies Pass, Empire, MI	2.00	Lot/Land	$65,000	10/27/25	-	-
5 W Timberview Trl, Empire, MI	2.17	Lot/Land	$56,000	04/03/26	-	-
S Fritz Rd, Maple City, MI	2.12	Lot/Land	$65,000	05/12/26	-	-
S Salisbury St, Empire, MI	1.88	Lot/Land	$170,000	06/08/26	-	-
7345 W Glenmere Rd, Empire, MI	1.49	Lot/Land	$1,675,000	09/08/26	-	-
S Bridle Trail Dr, Empire, MI	2.13	Lot/Land	$126,000	04/28/26	-	-
5512 W Timber Wolf Ct, Empire, MI	2.43	Lot/Land	$255,000	11/14/25	-	-
W Welch Rd, Empire, MI	1.97	Lot/Land	$1,850,000	07/14/26	-	-

Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
6514 Beechtree Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636	0.62	$1,550,000	4	2	2,187	Recently Sold
5585 S Macfarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636	0.70	$568,600	2	1.5	1,245	Off Market
S Plowman Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636	0.76	-	-	-	-	Off Market
5450 W Macfarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636	0.82	$1,520,000	3	2	1,800	Recently Sold
5434 W Macfarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636	0.85	$1,092,800	2	1	632	Off Market
S Plowman Rd, Empire, MI 49630	0.91	-	-	-	-	Off Market
6374 Kettle Way #2, Empire, MI 49630	1.06	-	-	-	-	Off Market
6388 Kettle Way #1, Empire, MI 49630	1.09	-	-	-	-	Off Market
6383 Kettle Way #4, Empire, MI 49630	1.15	-	-	-	-	Off Market
5 Kettle Way #5, Empire, MI 49630	1.16	$215,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold
Echo Valley Rd, Empire, MI 49630	1.19	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Lot/Land

1.07 acre lot

About this House

This lot is a rare opportunity - a picturesque wooded lot that abuts National Lakeshore property and is just steps from perfect Big Glen Lake access. The 1.07 acre lot is mostly wooded with oaks, maples and poplars and offers an attractive building site. 170' of Glen Lake frontage owned by the Park is right across the street, convenient for swimming, launching a kayak or sunfish sailboat, or simply catching a sunset. National Lakeshore land that adjoins this parcel provides hundreds of acres to explore right out your back door. Glen Lake Schools.

W Macfarlane Rd, Glen Arbor, MI 49636 is a lot/land. It last sold for $85,000 on Sep 25, 2014 (4% below the $89,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago

Listed by Peter Fisher

Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Glen A

Bought with: Peter Fisher, Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Glen A

Source: NGLRMLS, MLS#1790198

Home Details for W Macfarlane Rd

Interior Features
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Cable Available
Gas & Electric Electric: Underground
View Has a ViewView: Countryside View

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features No Private Pool
Parking & Garage No Garage
Frontage Waterfront: Inland Lake, All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Lake, Sandy Shoreline, Near Pub.Access w/in 500'Road Frontage: EasementResponsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: GravelNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Private Sewer, None

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 17

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
Building Does Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information Parcel Number: 4500501102833

Price & Status
Price List Price: $89,000Price Range: $85,000 - $89,000
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Thu Sep 25 2014Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status
MLS Status: Sold In House

Location
Direction & Address City: Glen ArborCommunity: n/a
School Information Elementary School District: Glen Lake Community SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Glen Lake Community SchoolsHigh School District: Glen Lake Community Schools

Community
Community Features: None

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.07 Acres

Offer
Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Conventional, Cash

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 1790198

Additional Information
None

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 25, 2014 Source: NGLRMLS #1790198	Sold	$85,000

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Market trends in Empire

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Glen Lake Community School
PK-12
Public
779 Students
Glen Lake Community Schools
8/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
This school has been in our family for a long time begining with my husband right on through our three daughters. It is a small school, average graduating class number 75, which has made it able to accomplish close communication with parents and students. They keep up with all new learning, studying skills in academics, check up on teachers yearly, or sooner if there are complaints. Conseqently, they have great teachers, counselors, coaches, school board members, principals, ect., all good leaders for our children We love our school
Parent Review
16y ago
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What Locals Say about Empire

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say it's quiet
100 % Say car is needed
83 % Say there's wildlife
83 % Say there's holiday spirit
80 % Say there are community events
80 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say streets are well-lit
43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
17 % Say there are sidewalks

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J Jacobsen
Resident
2y ago
"Love Empire would never move any more easy walks to state and national parks plus Lake Michigan is right around the corner "
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J Jacobsen
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2y ago
"Lots of public beaches for your dogs. Also, lots of dog parks. Downtown is super dog friendly as well."
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Sara M.
14y ago
"A lovely town with a remarkable beach and geography."
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