Set along N Christianson Road in Northport, this 40-acre Agricultural Residential parcel offers a rare combination of Lake Michigan sunset views, rolling topography, and long-term legacy potential in one of Leelanau County’s most sought-after rural corridors. The land features gently rolling hills balanced with usable flat ground, intermixed hardwoods and evergreens, and a partially prepared road cut that provides a meaningful head start toward future development or estate construction. Multiple potential building sites exist, including one elevated location where the owner would fully control the Lake Michigan view, an increasingly rare advantage in today’s market. West-facing orientation delivers dramatic sunset views over Lake Michigan, with additional countryside vistas in nearly every direction. Selective clearing would further enhance sightlines while preserving privacy and natural character. Conveniently located near Fischer's Happy Hour, Gill's Pier, and the Houdek Dunes Natural Area, the property sits within Leelanau Township, approximately 1.3 miles from the Lake Michigan shoreline, offering both seclusion and proximity to the heart of Northern Michigan’s waterfront lifestyle. Zoned Agricultural Residential with splits available, this parcel is ideally suited for a private estate, generational land hold, or thoughtfully planned future use, subject to township approvals. Properties of this scale, orientation, and view control are increasingly difficult to replicate. This is land meant to be held, improved, and passed on.
Lot/land
$1,200,000
N Christianson Rd, Northport, MI 49670
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40Acres
Unimproved Land
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40 Acres Lot
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What's special
Lake michigan sunset viewsMultiple potential building sitesIntermixed hardwoods and evergreensPrivacy and natural characterRolling topographyPartially prepared road cut
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 06, 2026 at 10:09pm
Listed by:
Sander Scott 231-386-0962,
Net Real Estate 231-499-0165
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1942058
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Countryside View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 40 Acres
- Dimensions: 1320 x 1320
- Features: Rolling Slope, Sloped, Hardwoods, Wooded, Evergreens
Details
- Parcel number: 00812000600
- Zoning description: Residential,Agricultural,Horses Allowed,Metes and Bounds,Splits Available,Agricultural Res,Rural,Outbuildings Allowed
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, None
- Water: Private, None
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Cable Internet
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Northport
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $43,855
- Annual tax amount: $1,315
- Price range: $1.2M - $1.2M
- Date on market: 2/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 57 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,658/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+1100% |
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| 1/28/2021 | Sold | $100,000-9.1% |
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| 1/15/2021 | Contingent | $110,000 |
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| 11/24/2020 | Price change | $110,000-8.3% |
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| 7/22/2020 | Listed for sale | $120,000 |
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| 3/5/2020 | Listing removed | $120,000 |
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| 1/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $120,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,315 +3.3% | $79,400 |
| 2023 | $1,274 +4.6% | $79,400 |
| 2022 | $1,217 -2.6% | $79,400 -18.3% |
| 2021 | $1,250 +28.2% | $97,200 |
| 2020 | $975 | $97,200 |
| 2019 | -- | $97,200 +35% |
| 2018 | -- | $72,000 +6.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $67,500 |
| 2016 | -- | $67,500 +7.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $63,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $63,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $63,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $63,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $63,000 -21% |
| 2010 | -- | $79,700 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49670
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Northport Public SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Northport Public School District
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Local experts in 49670
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- 49670
- N Christianson Rd




