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Single family home for sale at 968 S Manitou Trl, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 | MLS# 78080070281 | Listing updated on 2026-08-24
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$3,500,000

Monthly Est:$17,421

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968 S Manitou Trl, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

$17,421/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1941

  • $-- HOA

  • 39,639.6 sqft lot

  • $877/sq.ft

Description

Legacy lakefront with 150 feet of private waterfront on beautiful Good Harbor Bay, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of waterfront living and a prime Leelanau County location. Inside, hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen features custom cabinets, granite countertops and ample space for gathering with family and friends. Three fireplaces provide comfort and ambiance throughout the home, while expansive windows frame picturesque views of Good Harbor Bay. The spacious primary suite includes a private balcony overlooking the water, providing a peaceful retreat to start and end each day. The home features a large office with it's own private entrance from north side of the house, this room could also be ideal for a theater room. The walkout basement opens directly to the patio, offering easy access and convenient storage for beach equipment and outdoor furniture. Nestled between Pyramid Point in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the pristine waters surrounding Whaleback and the Manitou Islands, and the historic Crib, this exceptional setting offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in Northern Michigan. Watch freighters navigate the Manitou Passage, fishing tugs make their daily runs, and bald eagles soar overhead. Every season brings its own beauty, from dramatic winter ice formations to unforgettable sunsets that paint a different masterpiece each evening. Nearly 1,900 square feet of decking provides the perfect space for entertaining or simply relaxing while taking in the panoramic views, all surrounded by mature, beautifully landscaped grounds. Situated just 4.5 miles south of Leland and 14 miles north of Glen Arbor. The original cottage was built in 1941 and the addition was build in 1996 along with the cottage being remodeled. The home is effecient for heating and electric, previous year utility costs available.

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  • Listing updated: August 24, 2026 at 10:31 am
  • Listing Provided by: Tim Schaub | Schaub Team Premier Realty (231) 674-5950
  • Source: Realcomp MLS-MI | MLS#: 78080070281 Realcomp MLS-MI
  • Originating MLS: Aspire North REALTORS

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Leelanau County

  • City

    Lake Leelanau

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1941

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    3,989 sqft

  • Lot Size

    39,639.6 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Realcomp MLS

  • MLS Number

    78080070281

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    126

  • Cumulative Days on Market

    59

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 4

    Bathrooms: 4

Interior

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Appliances

    Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Water Softener Owned

  • Window Features

    Skylights, Window Treatments

  • Interior Features

    Cathedral Ceilings, Entrance Foyer

  • Exterior Features

    Balcony

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Radiant

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1941

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Construction Materials

    Wood Siding

  • Foundation Details

    Basement, Block

Utilities & Energy

  • Basement

    Block, Full

  • Fireplace Features

    Gas

  • Water Source

    Well

  • Parking Features

    Two Car Garage, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    N/a

  • Lot Features

    Water View, Wooded

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Deck, Patio

Price History

DateEventPrice

08/21/2026

Source: mls_logoMiRealSource MLS-MI #80070281

Price Decreased

$3,500,000 -9.09%

$877/sqft

06/26/2026

Source: mls_logoMiRealSource MLS-MI #80070281

Listed for Sale

$3,850,000

$965/sqft

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