
1 Acre of Residential Land for Sale in Suttons Bay, Michigan
4800 S W Bay Shore Dr, Suttons Bay, MI 49682
A rare opportunity to create a legacy waterfront estate on iconic M-22 in the heart of Leelanau County. This exceptional one-acre parcel offers 105 feet of private frontage on West Grand Traverse Bay, paired with a beautifully elevated wooded homesite that captures breathtaking panoramic views stretching across the bay to Old Mission Peninsula and beyond. The approved building site is perfectly positioned on a scenic wooded hill, providing a commanding vantage point, exceptional privacy, and unobstructed water views. A current septic approval allows buyers to move directly into the planning and construction process. Directly across M-22, just eight steps descend to your private beach, ideal for swimming, boating, kayaking, and enjoying the crystal-clear waters of West Grand Traverse Bay. The frontage is suitable for a private dock, creating the ultimate northern Michigan waterfront lifestyle. Located just minutes south of Suttons Bay Village and only a ten-minute drive to downtown Traverse City, this property combines the tranquility of northern Michigan living with convenient access to renowned wineries, exceptional dining, championship golf, marinas, and year-round recreation. As one of the Midwest's fastest-growing national and international travel destinations, Traverse City offers a vibrant cultural scene, world-class amenities, and the convenience of Cherry Capital Airport, providing nonstop service to major destinations and making travel effortless for homeowners and guests alike. Whether envisioned as a luxurious year-round residence or an extraordinary seasonal retreat, this is one of the area's most compelling vacant waterfront offerings-a truly build-ready parcel with private frontage, protected views, and an unmatched setting along one of Michigan's most iconic drives.
Location
- Street address
- 4800 S W Bay Shore Dr
- County
- Leelanau County
- Zip code
- 49682
- Community
- Leelanau
- School district
- Suttons Bay Public Schools
- Elevation
- 593 feet
Directions
M-22 / S. West Bay Shore Drive north toward Suttons Bay. Continue approximately 9-10 miles north of Traverse City Look for Hilltop Road. 4800 S. West Bay Shore Drive is just north of Hilltop Road
Property details
- Acreage
- 1.05 acres45,738 sq ft
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- TAAR 1949644
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $4,515
Legal description
PT GOVT LOT 4 OF SW 1/4 SEC 15 COM SW COR SD SEC TH N 02 DEG 05'28" E 1322.75 FT TH S 88 DEG 39' E 514.77 FT TH S 20 DEG 04'54" W 105.63 FT TO POB TH S 88 DEG 38'19" E 200 FT TO WLY ROW WEST-BAY SHORE DR (A/K/A HWY M-22) TH SWLY ALG SD ROW 105.40 FT ON AR
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
Lot
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Features
- Rolling, Sloping
Exterior
- Features
- Bay View
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | New listing | $625,000 | — | TAAR |