Seller's Agent in 2022
Peter Fisher
Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Glen A
(231) 735-4405
126 Total Sales
11772 S Watch Hill Dr Empire, MI 49630
Estimated Value: $1,284,000 - $5,303,417
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
7,061
Sq Ft
$466/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Sandy Beach
- Radiant Floor
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Wooded Lot
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of August 2022The Beach House at Storm Hill is tucked into a breathtaking wooded acre-plus with 153 feet of Lake Michigan shoreline in the still relatively quiet and undiscovered village of Empire on the Leelanau Peninsula. Perched on a small dune, just a stone’s throw from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and its miles of preserved silken beaches, this 7,000-square-foot, five bedroom, five and a half bath home was built with family, comfort and serenity in mind. Timeless design elements, including barreled beadboard ceilings, mahogany trim and expansive field stone walls and fireplaces, are familiar and welcoming, while the craftsmanship and exacting standards of execution are immediately evident. The home is large but not overbearing, elegant but not ostentatious, and possesses a thoughtful blend of intimate spaces and inviting gathering places. Favorite spots include the private master suite with its attached library, and the large, screened porch that is graced by a magnificent stone fireplace—the perfect spot for morning coffee or toasting marshmallows with the little ones at sunset. This is a home to gather in, to escape to and relax in… to always return to.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Glen A License #6501365448 Listed on: 04/11/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Glen A License #6501365448 Listed on: 04/11/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $74,385
Year Built
- Built in 2010
Lot Details
- 1.09 Acre Lot
- Private Waterfront
- 153 Feet of Waterfront
- Sandy Beach
- Cul-De-Sac
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
- The community has rules related to zoning restrictions
HOA Fees
- $117 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Cottage
- Poured Concrete
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Frame Construction
- Wood Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 7,061 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bookcases
- Paneling
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Gas Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Blinds
- Bay Window
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Solarium
- Screened Porch
- Radiant Floor
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Oven or Range
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Crawl Space
- Basement Window Egress
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Intercom
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Circular Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Property is near a lake
- Balcony
- Patio
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near a Great Lake
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Water Softener is Owned
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include snow removal
- Storm Hill Community
Amenities
- Common Area
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Water Sports
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 2005
Sold by
Kilian David
Bought by
Diggins Vance W and Diggins Jane E
Current Estimated Value
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diggins Vance W | $1,250,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2022 08/22/22 | Sold | $4,475,000 | -9.6% | $634 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2022 06/01/22 | Price Changed | $4,950,000 | -12.4% | $701 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2022 04/11/22 | For Sale | $5,650,000 | -- | $800 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $74,385 | $2,223,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $41,207 | $2,202,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $19,517 | $2,075,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $42,665 | $1,456,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $42,261 | $1,235,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $42,261 | $1,236,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $15,799 | $1,216,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | -- | $954,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | -- | $1,077,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | -- | $1,085,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $1,153,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,188,700 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Peter Fisher
Map
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS
MLS Number: 1898383
APN: 041-450-006-00
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