
Land for Sale in Empire, Michigan
13466 S Kitlinger Rd, Empire, MI 49630
Escape to this serene 20-acre property just minutes from the village of Empire. With rolling terrain, wooded privacy, and open meadows, the land invites imagination: whether you picture a nature retreat, hobby farm, or simply a tranquil home site. Imagine morning sunlight filtering through the oaks and maples, afternoons spent exploring trails, and evenings enjoying quiet solitude under northern Michigan skies. All of this within reach of Empire's shops, restaurants, and Lake Michigan shoreline. Key features: Multiple possible expansion or building sites (Perc test approved), 3 adorable outbuildings. Two of them are used for storage, other houses electrical panel and well infrastructure. (2) 5" wells on property new in ~2012, both with Ag permit for usage, property has irrigation system installed, condition will need to be verified, as it has not been operated for 5+ years. Electric on property for well operations, road access, Wildlife habitat, scenic views, mature trees. Exploring split possibility with Township, minimum split is 5 acres currently. Whether you're seeking a weekend escape or full-time sanctuary, this property delivers both the canvas and the foundation for your northern Michigan dreams.
Location
- Street address
- 13466 S Kitlinger Rd
- County
- Leelanau County
- School district
- Glen Lake Community Schools
- Elevation
- 774 feet
Directions
From M72 W toward Empire, go south (left) on Benzonia Trail Road, approx. 2 miles, turn West (right, Wm. Bolton Airport hidden by trees) on W Osborn Rd. Approx. 1.5 miles W Osborn Rd turns into S Kitlinger Rd @ corner. Gmaps shows as W Stormer Road
Property details
- Acreage
- 20 acres
- MLS #
- TAAR 1939471
- Posted
Resources
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
Exterior
- Features
- Countryside View, Garden Area
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | New listing | $460,000 | — | TAAR |


















