Why Live in Leland
Leland, a neighborhood in Suttons Bay, offers a mix of cozy cottages, coastal contemporaries, ranches, and upscale log cabins, particularly near the Leland River and Fishtown. The area features a variety of outdoor attractions, including North Street and Van’s Beaches on Lake Michigan, and the calmer waters of Nedows Bay on Lake Leelanau. The nearby North and South Manitou Islands, accessible by ferry, are popular for camping and exploring historical sites. The Leelanau Historical Society Museum provides insights into the region's past with exhibits on lighthouses, shipwrecks, and the fur trade. The Village Green and Hancock Recreation Area offer green spaces and sports facilities, while the private Leland Country Club and Yacht Club provide additional recreational options. Historic Fishtown, with its cedar-shingled buildings and wooden docks, serves as a hub for dining and retail, featuring spots like the Village Cheese Shanty and Carlson’s Fishery. Leland’s contemporary downtown includes the Leland Mercantile Co., bookstores, gift shops, and jewelry shops like Becky Thatcher Designs. The neighborhood is somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 55/100, and is located 26 miles northwest of Traverse City, about a 40 to 50-minute drive. Leland Public School, highly rated by Niche, serves students from kindergarten through high school. The area experiences cold, wet winters with significant snowfall, averaging 76 inches annually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leland a good place to live?
Leland is a good place to live. Leland is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable. Leland is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Leland has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.6 people per acre and a median age of 58. The average household income is $104,563 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 60.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Leland are home owners, with 9.6% of residents renting and 90.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Leland can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Leland neighborhood guide.
Is Leland, MI a safe neighborhood?
Leland, MI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Leland?
The median home price in Leland is $230,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $46,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,190 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $51K a year to afford the median home price in Leland. The average household income in Leland is $105K.
What are the best public schools in Leland?
The best public schools that serve Leland are:
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Home Trends in Leland, MI
On average, homes in Leland, Suttons Bay sell after 1 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Leland, Suttons Bay over the last 12 months is $1,350,000.
Median Sale Price
$1,350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$230,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,350,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$390
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$230,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%