About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 10135 W Front Street in Empire, MI is listed for $415,000 ($317 per sqft). Built in 1900, the home offers 1,310 sqft of living space on a 0.21 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1900
  • 0.21 acre lot
  • 2 stories

Property Details

2 stories
1 full
2-car garage
1900
Listing Description

This storybook Victorian in the heart of Empire Village has been charming visitors since the turn of the century. Tucked in the beloved Village of Empire and just a short distance from the wide sandy beach, crystal-clear turquoise waters of Lake Michigan, and the sweeping blue skies above the iconic Sleeping Bear Dunes, this classic "painted lady" is the kind of place people dream about finding in Northern Michigan.

Step inside, and the bones are simply outstanding. Ten-foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, solid wood doors, unspoiled wide trim, and a built-in china cabinet - details that reflect a level of craftsmanship you rarely encounter today. The formal dining room and eat-in kitchen nook carry that same timeless character.

The inviting front porch welcomes the light and beckons you to sit and visit, while the sun-drenched back deck is made for long afternoons and easy entertaining. The flexible main-floor room with attached bath affords a wonderful option for main-level living.

This is your opportunity to bring your vision, your creativity, and your contractor. The home is ready for updating and is priced with that in mind - but the irreplaceable architectural details are already there, waiting to shine. A brand-new septic system is already done, and the oversized 26' x 30' garage with built-in workbench gives you room for vehicles, boats, gear, and projects.

A charming stone bench nestled beneath a cedar tree offers a quiet spot to pause and take it all in. This home is for those ready to roll up their sleeves and restore something truly special - creating memories for the next generation in a village that has drawn people to its shores for generations.

Or perhaps you're a renovation enthusiast, or someone searching for a one-of-a-kind Northern Michigan retreat to make your own. However you envision it, this Victorian gem rewards vision. Come see the possibilities for yourself. Information is deemed reliable but cannot be guaranteed for its accuracy

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,220/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$300
Interest$1,798
Insurance$121

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

10135 W Front Street

Empire, MI 49630

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Built-In BookcaseFoyer EntranceWalk-In Closet(s)Breakfast NookGranite Kitchen TopsMud RoomFormal Dining Room

Exterior Features

DeckSidewalkFenced YardCovered Porch

Property Details

Construction

Frame

Outdoor Features

PorchDeck

Appliances

Ceiling FanNatural Gas Water Heater

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 10135 W Front Street is listed at $415,000 ($317/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,219 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1900, 0.21 acre lot, 2 stories. Interior Features: Built-In Bookcase, Foyer Entrance, Walk-In Closet(s). Exterior Features: Deck, Sidewalk, Fenced Yard.

This property is listed by Joan Sturmer.

JS

Joan Sturmer

Agent at Real Estate One

Listed by Real Estate One · Broker phone: (248) 304-6700 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 1945498· Source: Northern Great Lakes Realtors MLS· 161 days on PropertySimple

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10135 W Front Street, Empire, MI 49630

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