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: $1,347,400
/ County Avg
$1,093,800
62%
Avg Taxes in Empire: $1,400
/ County Avg
$3,400
20%
Avg Sq. Ft. in Empire: 2,687
/ County
Avg 2,999
45%
Avg Price per/sqft in Empire:$501
/ County Avg $365
137%
Avg Walkscore in Empire: 12
/ County Avg 40
15%
Avg Year Built in Empire: 1979
/ County Avg 1975
50%
Avg Days on Website in Empire: 76
/ County Avg 47
81%
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