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    11530 S Benzonia Trl, Empire, MI 49630

    3beds
    1,200sqft
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    $2,538/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2002
    2 Acres Lot
    $404,800 Zestimate®
    $333/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Spacious backyardEnsuite bathBack deckPrivate primary suite
    Some homes are measured by numbers. The best ones are measured by the life they make possible. This thoughtfully maintained home offers comfortable living in a setting that invites you to slow down and enjoy everything Northern Michigan has to offer. A private primary suite features its own ensuite bath and the overall layout makes the most of every square foot. Step outside onto the back deck and discover a spacious backyard that naturally becomes an extension of the home. Mature trees provide privacy and welcome shade, while sunny clearings create the perfect setting for gardening, backyard games, family barbecues, or evenings gathered around a bonfire beneath the stars. The location is where this property truly shines. Just minutes from Empire, you'll have easy access to the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, the crystal-clear waters of Big and Little Glen Lake at the Narrows, and the endless outdoor adventures of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Spend your days hiking, biking the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, kayaking, or exploring the local shops and restaurants in nearby Empire, Glen Arbor, and Honor before returning home to your own peaceful retreat. Located in the highly regarded Glen Lake School District and offering an easy commute to Traverse City for work, shopping, and entertainment, this home presents an opportunity to enjoy one of Northern Michigan's most sought-after communities. Because in the end, the best homes aren't remembered for their measurements. They're remembered for the life that's lived there.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    TJ Shimek Cell:231-645-1351,

    The Mitten Real Estate Group 231-421-1970

    Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1947948MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 12 x 14
      Bedroom 2
      • Area: 110
      • Dimensions: 10 x 11
      Bedroom 3
      • Area: 94.5
      • Dimensions: 9 x 10.5
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Private
      Dining room
      • Area: 126.5
      • Dimensions: 11.5 x 11
      Kitchen
      • Area: 104.5
      • Dimensions: 9.5 x 11
      Living room
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 12 x 14
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Propane
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Drywall, Cable TV
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,200
      • Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,200
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Gravel
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Covered
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Countryside View
      • Waterfront features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 2 Acres
      • Dimensions: 166 x 492 x 165 x 491
      • Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Cleared, Evergreens, Level, Metes and Bounds
      Details
      • Additional structures: None
      • Parcel number: 00502101610
      • Zoning description: Agricultural

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2002

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Private Sewer
      • Water: Private

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Empire

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $333/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $93,467
      • Annual tax amount: $1,675
      • Price range: $399.9K - $399.9K
      • Date on market: 7/13/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 27 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
      • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,MSHDA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Ownership type: Private Owner
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $404,800

        $385,000 - $425,000

        $2,064/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/13/2026Listed for sale$399,900+186.7%$333/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1947948 Report a problem
        4/9/2008Sold$139,500$116/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1689264 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,675 +4.7%$146,200 +7.7%
        2024$1,601 +2%$135,700 +10.8%
        2023$1,569 -2.6%$122,500 +21.3%
        2022$1,611 +2.3%$101,000 +7.8%
        2021$1,575 +113.3%$93,700 -6.7%
        2020$738 $100,400 +0.7%
        2019-- $99,700 +29.6%
        2018-- $76,900 +0.3%
        2017-- $76,700 +7%
        2016-- $71,700 +1.1%
        2015-- $70,900 +0.4%
        2014-- $70,600 -1.9%
        2013-- $72,000 +4.8%
        2012-- $68,700
        2011-- $68,700 -16.5%
        2010-- $82,300
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 49630

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        31 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: Glen Lake Community Schools

        Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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