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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Waterfront by County

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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0000 Torch Lake Drive,NW, Kewadin MI 49648

$8,995,000

0000 Torch Lake Drive,NW, Kewadin MI 49648

Kewadin, MI 49648

5 bd5 ba9,362 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: REMAX Of Elk Rapids

MLS# 8d1a1900836d83bc5761423003128e21

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

3943 N Skookum Road, Luther MI 49656

$6,200,000

3943 N Skookum Road, Luther MI 49656

Luther, MI 49656

26 bd21 ba22,755 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC

MLS# 1069d55cf0698145439838a68a9f775c

3943 N Skookum Road, Luther MI 49656

$6,200,000

3943 N Skookum Road, Luther MI 49656

Luther, MI 49656

22,755 sqft

Listed by: Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC

MLS# 4f3fe41ace0c713748cf6f3472f4364c

3943 N Skookum Road, Luther MI 49656

$6,200,000

3943 N Skookum Road, Luther MI 49656

Luther, MI 49656

22 ba22,755 sqft

Listed by: Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC

MLS# 10aa9f9ed03de71fd8428b44088bf379

1165 N West Torch Lake Drive, Kewadin MI 49648

$5,870,000

1165 N West Torch Lake Drive, Kewadin MI 49648

Kewadin, MI 49648

4 bd5 ba7,398 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City

MLS# bae19d89bce4f50ec29b0bdfdbf2ccf6

5227 W Northwood Drive, Glen Arbor MI 49636

$5,500,000

5227 W Northwood Drive, Glen Arbor MI 49636

Glen Arbor, MI 49636

5 bd7 ba9,360 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: LVR Realty, LLC

MLS# 9ccd7b71a1da5917dea250f95a91886f

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

204 Water Street, East Jordan MI 49727

$4,999,000

204 Water Street, East Jordan MI 49727

East Jordan, MI 49727

19,845 sqft

Listed by: Pat O'Brien & Associates

MLS# e144ab513a1cffa4a3fbbf63cdc99196

1034 S East Torch Lake Drive, Bellaire MI 49615

$4,950,000

1034 S East Torch Lake Drive, Bellaire MI 49615

Bellaire, MI 49615

4 bd3 ba3,845 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Bellai

MLS# c710bff446adff69eeb0298563c4cdb3

9371 N Onominese Trail, Northport MI 49670

$4,750,000

9371 N Onominese Trail, Northport MI 49670

Northport, MI 49670

3 bd4 ba6,258 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: REMAX Bayshore - West Shore Dr TC

MLS# 6ce80f90447f92f79577f46ff6f9db72

269 N East Torch Lake Drive, Central Lake MI 49622

$4,675,000

269 N East Torch Lake Drive, Central Lake MI 49622

Central Lake, MI 49622

4 bd3 ba3,652 sqft

Single Family Residence

Listed by: REMAX Of Elk Rapids

MLS# bc8c96606cba68c4639da648f6efaa42

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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.