Empire is located on Lake Michigan in Northwest Michigan. With its soaring bluffs and breathtaking views, it's like no other! It is the gateway to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore where you'll find helpful rangers who can help you find out all there is to know about the formation of the dunes as well as point you in the right direction for hiking trails, beaches and scenic drives. The Empire Area Museum is a fantastic spot to spend a rainy day, be sure to check out the one room schoolhouse! Empire is a short drive (26 miles to the west) from Traverse City. Empire is home to the Headquarters for Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. We are surrounded by the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, in a dynamic four-season paradise!
Empire offers luxury waterfront beach homes for sale.
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Empire - Town
vs. County Stats
Avg Price in Empire: $489,100
/ County Avg
$1,770,800
14%
Avg Taxes in Empire: $3,100
/ County Avg
$4,800
32%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Empire: 2,252
/ County
Avg 4,061
28%
Avg Price per/ft2 in Empire: $217
/ County Avg $436
50%
Avg Walkscore in Empire: 18
/ County Avg 22
40%
Avg Year Built in Empire: 1970
/ County Avg 1977
50%
Avg Days on Website in Empire: 291
/ County Avg 130
112%
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