8205 W Day Forest Road Empire, MI $ 5,300,000
8205 W Day Forest Road
$ 5,300,000
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8205 W Day Forest Road

Empire, MI, 49630
$ 5,300,000
Bedrooms5 Baths5.1 Sq 3,760

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$ 33,465

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Single Family Home for sale in Empire, MI

for $5,300,000 with 5 bedrooms and 5 full baths, 1 half bath. This 3,760 square foot home was built in 2019 on a lot size of 0.91.

There are lakefront properties, and then there are places that feel entirely their own. Privately set along coveted West Day Forest Road, this exceptional Little Glen Lake retreat offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and an extraordinary waterfront setting. Set on approximately one acre with 100 feet of private frontage, and a gorgeous boulder wall along the sand, the property begins with a long, beautifully landscaped approach framed by mature trees, lush lawn, and gardens before opening to the residence and lake beyond. Built in 2019 and encompassing approximately 3,700 square feet, the home was thoughtfully designed to embrace its surroundings. Nearly every room captures beautiful water views, while all five bedrooms feature en-suite baths. Generous living spaces open naturally to a covered porch, adjoining deck, and lower patio, creating an effortless setting for both intimate gatherings and entertaining. A custom bunk room comfortably sleeps up to 12 guests and adds a memorable element for family and friends. Beyond the home, the landscape gently unfolds toward Little Glen Lake, where a broad grassy lawn meets 100 feet of beautiful, hard-packed sandy shoreline. A long private dock extends into the lake, offering an exceptional vantage point toward the Sleeping Bear Dunes and spectacular sunsets. Few experiences are more quintessentially Northern Michigan than ending the day at the end of your dock as the sun settles beyond the dunes. A beautifully finished garage with epoxy flooring and a dedicated recreation and gaming area adds functionality to this exceptional retreat. Just minutes from downtown Glen Arbor and Empire, the property offers easy access to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the M-22 scenic corridor, the M-22 Bike Trail, Lake Michigan beaches, and the area’s celebrated restaurants, shops, and outdoor experiences.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 5,300,000

Bedrooms

5

Full Bath

5

Half Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 0

Style

Craftsman,Cottage

Lot Size

0.91

Year Built

2019

Town/City

Empire

County/Region

Leelanau

MLS | Web ID

80073835

Features
Interior
Interior Amenities Walk-In Closet
Dining Room Level Main
Basement Poured
Bedroom 3 Level Upper
Bedroom 1 Level Main
Bedroom 2 Level Upper
Beds 5
Fireplace? Yes
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General
Heating Forced Air Other-See Remarks Humidifier
Kitchen Level Main
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s) Central A/C
Possession Negotiable (Possession)
Fireplaces Gas Fireplace
Garage Attached Garage Gar Door Opener
Water Private Well
Appliances Dishwasher Disposal Dryer Microwave Range/Oven Refrigerator Washer Water Softener - Owned
Status Active Active
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
Bathrooms 6
Year Built 2019
Parking Garage
Subdivision N/A MI
Style Craftsman Cottage
County Leelanau
Class RESIDENTIAL
Type Single Family
Ownership Private
Municipality Glen Arbor Twp
Section 32
Zoning Residential
Sale/Rent For Sale
Status Detail 0
Utilities Cable Available
Structure Style 1 1/2 Story
Area Glen Arbor Twp (45006)
Primary City Empire
Directions From Glen Arbor: Take M-22 south approximately 2 miles. Turn right onto W. Day Forest Road just before the Narrows Bridge. Continue west on W. Day Forest Road to 8205.
City Empire
School District Glen Lake Community School Distr
Financial Terms Cash Conventional
Legal Description L494 P323 L546 P338 L550 P774 L641 P556 LOT 65 PLAT OF FOREST GLEN SEC 32 T29N R14W.
DOM 9
Postal Code 49630
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 1409.57
Public Remarks There are lakefront properties and then there are places that feel entirely their own. Privately set along coveted West Day Forest Road
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Exterior
Exterior Cement Siding
Exterior Amenities Deck Lawn Sprinkler Patio Porch
Frontage 100
Body of Water Little Glen Lake
Lot Size Area 0.91
Lot Dimensions 100 x 395
OUT BUILDINGS Shed
Water Features Dock/Pier Facility Water View Waterfront Interior Lake Sandy Bottom
Waterfront Y/N Yes
Frontage Type Water
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List By
Molly Buttleman

Listing Agent

@Properties Christie's Int'l

Broker

mbuttleman@gmail.com

Email

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Nearby
2666867 Elementary School
2666869 Middle School
Unknown High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
9/25/2026$5,300,000 Listed Price

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8205 W Day Forest Road, Empire, MI, 49630 is a Single Family Home for sale at $5,300,000 with 3,760 sqft and a lot size of 0.91. 8205 W Day Forest Road has 5 bedrooms, 5.1 baths, and was built in 2019. The property's zip code is 49630 which is in Empire, MI