$185,000
$12K PRICE DROP

7699 Benzie Hwy Benzonia, MI 49616

Estimated payment $1,150/month

Total Views 25,108
8.5 Acres
$21,765 Price per Acre
370,260 Sq Ft Lot

About This Lot

Set on over 8 acres in Joyfield Township, this property offers a rare combination of structure, land, and flexibility that is difficult to replicate in Benzie County. At the center is a historic Gambrel barn, timber-framed with hand-hewn mortise and tenon joinery and oak pegs. The structure has been preserved while key foundational work has already been completed, including a restored stone foundation, new AdvanTech engineered subfloor, freshly poured garage and insulated basement floors, and a newly installed gravel driveway. This is not a finished home. It’s a project with a substantial head start. Architectural plans by a Northern Michigan-based architect outline a 3–4 bedroom, 3.5 bath residence across three levels, including a walkout lower level and elevated main living area. Those plans are available, but not required. The structure and site support multiple paths forward. The setting adds another layer. A mix of hardwood forest and open pasture creates usable space without sacrificing privacy. Proximity to Crystal Lake, Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club, Crystal Mountain, and downtown Frankfort keeps the property connected to some of the region’s most established destinations while remaining outside of higher-density areas. Joyfield Township is known for allowing a wider range of use compared to more restrictive areas nearby. Buyers considering a primary residence, seasonal use, or a mixed-use concept should verify their intended use with the township, but the flexibility here is part of what makes the property distinct. This is a fit for buyers who want to shape the final outcome rather than purchase something finished. Showings by appointment only. Please respect neighboring properties.

Listing Agent

Sander Scott

Net Real Estate Listed on: 04/07/2026

Property Details

Property Type

  • Land

Lot Details

  • 8.5 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Property Details

Property Type

Land

Lot Details

8.5 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
  • Community Features: None
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Features: Level, Previously Farmed, Cleared, Wooded
  • LotSizeAcres: 8.5
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Has View?: No
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Co List Office Mls Id: T432711
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: None
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront?: No
  • Home Warranty: No

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer, None
  • Utilities: Electricity Available
  • Water Source: Private, None

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Benzie County Central Schools

Lot Info

  • Land Lease Amount Frequency: Annually
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 370260
  • Zoning Description: None

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

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Tax History

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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
2026 $1,699 $48,100 $0 $0
2025 $386 $41,400 $0 $0
2024 $5 $48,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/07/2026 07/07/26 Price Changed $185,000 -2.1% --
05/31/2026 05/31/26 Price Changed $189,000 -4.1% --
04/07/2026 04/07/26 For Sale $197,000 -- --
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

About the Listing Agent

Sander Scott

Net Real Estate

(231) 440-2796

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I’m Sander Scott, a real estate broker based in Northport, Michigan, and owner of Net Real Estate. I work across Leelanau, Grand Traverse, Benzie, and Antrim Counties, with a focus on waterfront property, vacant land, and residential real estate.

I grew up here. Sixth generation in Northport. That perspective shapes how I look at property, especially in a region where the constraints matter as much as the property itself. In this market, the differences aren’t always obvious at first

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Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1943525

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS
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