Discover the perfect blend of privacy and natural beauty on this 5-acre wooded parcel in The Timbers, one of Empire’s most desirable settings. Gently rolling terrain offers an ideal layout for a walkout-style home surrounded by mature trees and peaceful Northern Michigan scenery. Located on a paved road with underground utilities, this property combines convenience and seclusion—just minutes from Empire, Glen Arbor, and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Enjoy easy access to Glen Lake, Lake Michigan beaches, and the Leelanau Wine Trail, all while being a short, scenic drive down M-72 to Traverse City. Experience that quintessential “Up North” feel and build your dream home in the heart of Leelanau County.
Lot/land
$165,000
W Timber Ln, Empire, MI 49630
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5Acres
Unimproved Land
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5 Acres Lot
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What's special
Peaceful northern michigan scenerySurrounded by mature treesUnderground utilitiesGently rolling terrain
- 350 days
- 69
- 9
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark Hagan Cell:231-929-7985,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City 231-922-2350,
Annette Gruenberg 248-909-9861,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1939900
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: 388 x 582
- Features: Hardwoods, Wooded, Evergreens
Details
- Parcel number: 00701900770
- Zoning description: Platted Subdivision,Bldg & Use Restrictions,Rural
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Underground
- Sewer: Private Sewer, None
- Water: Private, None
- Utilities for property: Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: The Timbers
Location
- Region: Empire
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $23,346
- Annual tax amount: $738
- Price range: $165K - $165K
- Date on market: 10/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 350 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $165,000 |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1939900 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $738 +4.1% | $50,000 +12.9% |
| 2025 | $709 +4.8% | $44,300 +18.1% |
| 2024 | $677 +3.9% | $37,500 +10.3% |
| 2023 | $652 +33.3% | $34,000 +70% |
| 2022 | $489 -1.1% | $20,000 |
| 2021 | $494 +248.6% | $20,000 +33.3% |
| 2020 | $142 | $15,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $15,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $15,000 -6.3% |
| 2017 | -- | $16,000 -8.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $17,500 |
| 2015 | -- | $17,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $17,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $17,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $17,500 -22.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $22,500 -10% |
| 2010 | -- | $25,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49630
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