Northern Michigan & Eastern Upper Peninsula

Northern Michigan Waterfront Homes for Sale

From crystal-clear inland lakes to rushing rivers and Great Lakes shoreline, Northern Michigan offers some of the most coveted waterfront real estate in the Midwest. Team Clouthier helps buyers find the perfect waterfront retreat across 10 counties.

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Otsego County

Otsego Lake & inland lakes near Gaylord

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Antrim County

Torch Lake, Chain O' Lakes & Jordan River

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Charlevoix County

Lake Charlevoix, Lake Michigan & Walloon Lake

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Emmet County

Little Traverse Bay & Lake Michigan shoreline

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Cheboygan County

Inland Waterway, Burt Lake & Black Lake

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Mackinac County

Mackinac Island & Les Cheneaux Islands

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Chippewa County

Lake Superior & St. Marys River

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Luce County

Lake Superior shoreline & Tahquamenon River

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Presque Isle County

Grand Lake & Lake Huron shoreline

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Kalkaska County

Bear Lake & 80+ inland lakes

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Waterfront Living in Northern Michigan

Northern Michigan is home to thousands of inland lakes, the Straits of Mackinac, and miles of river frontage. Whether you are searching for a private lake cabin, a river-front fishing retreat, or a year-round home with water views, the region offers remarkable variety at a range of price points.

Each waterfront property is unique — frontage, depth, clarity, and permitted uses vary significantly by lake. Team Clouthier helps buyers understand what they are getting before they fall in love with the view.

Waterfront Property Tips

✦Verify frontage footage and riparian rights
✦Confirm access type — deeded, shared, or association
✦Check lake depth charts and weed maps
✦Review DNR dock permit requirements
✦Understand septic setback rules near water
✦Ask about motor restrictions on the lake

Featured Waterfront Listings

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607 NW Torch Lake Drive, Kewadin MI 49648

$10,500,000

607 NW Torch Lake Drive, Kewadin MI 49648

Kewadin, MI 49648

6 bd6 ba9,637 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: REMAX Of Elk Rapids

MLS# 29f1ac6aaa1c6a1a663bb6b109e547a9

12935 N Northport Point Road, Northport MI 49670

$6,995,000

12935 N Northport Point Road, Northport MI 49670

Northport, MI 49670

6 bd8 ba8,547 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Schaub Team Premier Realty

MLS# b2572b9b900851a1d3d0ecf6c96a1a04

00 W Bay Lane, Glen Arbor MI 49636

$5,995,000

00 W Bay Lane, Glen Arbor MI 49636

Glen Arbor, MI 49636

Unimproved Land

Listed by: Serbin Real Estate

MLS# 6dd37f8e9c4dc41d64e115b91a5c5233

7356 SE Torch Lake Drive, Alden MI 49612

$5,900,000

7356 SE Torch Lake Drive, Alden MI 49612

Alden, MI 49612

7 bd5 ba3,855 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Wittbrodt WATERSIDE PROPERTIES

MLS# f892b7aab855f21f3ce8b9f4afa3f029

13615 Chippewa Camp Road, Rapid City MI 49676

$5,600,000

13615 Chippewa Camp Road, Rapid City MI 49676

Rapid City, MI 49676

6 bd5 ba5,993 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City

MLS# 6117b353c46370e17956e050aca02cb2

8205 W Day Forest Road, Empire MI 49630

$5,300,000

8205 W Day Forest Road, Empire MI 49630

Empire, MI 49630

5 bd6 ba3,760 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: @properties Christie's Int'l

MLS# 03358d6eda3c4028eb1230f7c4cb22fb

204 S Chandler Street, Leland MI 49654

$5,000,000

204 S Chandler Street, Leland MI 49654

Leland, MI 49654

Listed by: Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC

MLS# e83fec7c3dfcec7de92b7adb4767b850

5254 N Manitou Trail, Leland MI 49654

$4,950,000

5254 N Manitou Trail, Leland MI 49654

Leland, MI 49654

6 bd4 ba3,693 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Schaub Team Premier Realty

MLS# 724dfe13ea45cde4ce9b819a91921669

3375 Crum Road, Benzonia MI 49616

$4,500,000

3375 Crum Road, Benzonia MI 49616

Benzonia, MI 49616

4 bd4 ba3,600 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City

MLS# 675a63670234f386d073dbb206811a7f

13515 N Cathead West, Northport MI 49670

$4,200,000

13515 N Cathead West, Northport MI 49670

Northport, MI 49670

3 bd3 ba5,346 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City

MLS# 45c86b08b4f97f7ec40a0634ca73c602

1757 N Manitou Trail, Leland MI 49654

$4,200,000

1757 N Manitou Trail, Leland MI 49654

Leland, MI 49654

20 ba9,244 sqft

Listed by: Key Realty One-TC

MLS# 9d324134800c4be1641cca5df68e1945

1757 N Manitou Trail, Leland MI 49654

$4,200,000

1757 N Manitou Trail, Leland MI 49654

Leland, MI 49654

20 ba9,244 sqft

Listed by: Key Realty One-TC

MLS# 270003ab11cba4b7ec5274470e0b519a

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Holly Clouthier has helped buyers navigate waterfront purchases throughout Northern Michigan. From Torch Lake to the Les Cheneaux Islands — get expert guidance every step of the way.

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Listing data provided by Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listings are refreshed every 12 hours. All properties are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal. Waterfront details including frontage, access rights, and dock permits should be independently verified.

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