From the moment one makes their way along the meandering, tree-lined driveway, it becomes clear that this stunning, immaculately kept home and property has more of an estate-like feel than that of a lake cottage. Originally built in 1987, this home has undergone a full remodel in the highest, dedicated fashion. It is situated in the village of Empire, on 100 ft of South Bar Lake water frontage and two parcels of land. No detail was spared in the remodeling process, both in design and with comfort and functionality. The lawn is expansive, manicured, and dotted with towering, stately trees, the decking runs the width of the home, allowing for great entertaining space and incredible views, and there's a separate, enclosed sunroom on one portion of the deck. Inside, the lofted ceilings open to a stunning, sundrenched kitchen, which is adjacent to both the living and dining room spaces. On the main floor, there's a powder room, primary suite with lake views and access, and a large, cheerful laundry and mudroom room that leads to the attached two car garage. Upstairs, there are two more spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one with soaring, dramatic ceilings, and at the end of the hallway is a very oversized bonus room space that serves as an additional family room area, game playing space, and also has its own stairway that leads down the garage. This home is on natural gas, has central heat, air conditioning (via mini splits), a generator available for hook-up, is on Empire water, a private septic system, has access to high speed internet and cable, and so, so very much more. Being sold furnished with few exceptions of artwork and personal items. This is a turn-key home, ready to be made in to your dream residence or getaway! Just a 10 minute walk in to downtown Empire, very near its incredible park on Lake Michigan, and just a stone's throw from the Sleeping Bear Dunes, Heritage Trail, Glen Lake, and Glen Arbor. One couldn't ask for too much more!
Sold for $1,675,000
$1,675,000
11088 S Lacore Rd, Empire, MI 49630
3beds
2,959sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
1.4 Acres Lot
$1,719,300 Zestimate®
$566/sqft
$3,518 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,719,300
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,518/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 03, 2025 at 09:00am
Listed by:
Ranae Ihme 231-218-2714,
LVR Realty, LLC 231-218-2714
Bought with:
Pam DePuy, 6501264183
The Martin Company
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1936616
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 232.5
- Dimensions: 15 x 15.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 385
- Dimensions: 14 x 27.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 193.5
- Dimensions: 21.5 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Instant Hot Water, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Bath Tops, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet, WiFi
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes, Curtain Rods
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,959
- Total interior livable area: 2,959 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,959
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Asphalt
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, All Sports, Vegetation to Water Edge, Lake
- Body of water: South Bar Lake
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 100
Lot
- Size: 1.40 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 603
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Level, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 04182404000
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Cement Siding, Shingle Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Empire
- Subdivision: Metes and Bounds
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Price range: $1.7M - $1.7M
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,1031 Exchange
- Ownership type: Private Owner
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2025 | Sold | $1,675,000-1.2%$566/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1936616 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Pending sale | $1,695,000$573/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1936616 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+197.4%$573/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1936616 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2003 | Sold | $570,000$193/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,776 +2% | $396,500 +17.4% |
| 2023 | $4,682 -1.4% | $337,700 +6.7% |
| 2022 | $4,750 +1.1% | $316,400 +6.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49630
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Glen Lake Community SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 7.1 mi
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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