Developers, this 26.79-acre property offers the rare combination of commercial/multi-use zoning, a strategic location, and a conceptual site plan included by the Seller for a future mixed-use community. Fronting both Love Road and South Street, the parcel is ideally situated within a vibrant commercial hub, just steps from Crystal Plaza and surrounded by successful independent businesses. Property has a nice mix of mature trees & open area with expansive countryside views. The Betsie River is within a mile in two directions & Crystal Lk is 1.5 mi. Ideal for housing, businesses, recreation center etc.
Vacant landProperty Type
26.79 acresLot Size
$29,115Price/Acres
Listed by Mary Hoyt• REO-TCBeulah-Frankfort-233027
•231-882-4449 (broker)
•lbradford@realestateone.com (broker)
Listed by Jennie Dunaway• REO-TCBeulah-Frankfort-233027
This 47+ acre Benzonia Township property offers a rare blend of privacy, recreation, wildlife habitat, and long-term conservation protection. Gently rolling terrain, young aspen forest, and a small open meadow near the southwest corner create a beautiful setting for hunting, hiking, trail building, quiet camping, and future use. The entire northern boundary runs along the Betsie Valley Trail, giving the property a unique connection to one of the area's favorite pedestrian and biking routes linking Frankfort to Thompsonville. Located within the Betsie River watershed, the land is part of a larger connected forested landscape that supports wildlife movement, habitat diversity, and the natural beauty of Benzie County. Currently known as Love Forest, the property features early successional forest that provides excellent habitat for ruffed grouse, woodcock, white-tailed deer, and other wildlife. Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy purchased the property to ensure its permanent protection and is now offering it for sale subject to a conservation easement. The easement allows for private recreational ownership while protecting the land's ecological and scenic values for generations to come. Permitted uses include a future 2-acre building site, within which the owner may establish a 1-acre building envelope, allowing for one residence and up to three accessory structures. Additional permitted uses include hunting, hunting blinds, trails, and forest management with an approved plan. A special opportunity for acreage, privacy, recreation, and conservation-minded ownership in the heart of Benzie County.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #70530041
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$200,000
Jun 16, 2026
Pending
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May 28, 2026
Contingent
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May 6, 2026
Listed
$245,000
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80067775
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$200,000
Jun 16, 2026
Pending
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May 28, 2026
Contingent
—
May 4, 2026
Listed
$245,000
REALCOMP #78080067775
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$200,000
Jun 16, 2026
Pending
—
May 28, 2026
Contingent
—
May 4, 2026
Listed
$245,000
This 47+ acre Benzonia Township property offers a rare blend of privacy, recreation, wildlife habitat, and long-term conservation protection. Gently rolling terrain, young aspen forest, and a small open meadow near the southwest corner create a beautiful setting for hunting, hiking, trail building, quiet camping, and future use. The entire northern boundary runs along the Betsie Valley Trail, giving the property a unique connection to one of the area’s favorite pedestrian and biking routes linking Frankfort to Thompsonville. Located within the Betsie River watershed, the land is part of a larger connected forested landscape that supports wildlife movement, habitat diversity, and the natural beauty of Benzie County. Currently known as Love Forest, the property features early successional forest that provides excellent habitat for ruffed grouse, woodcock, white-tailed deer, and other wildlife. Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy purchased the property to ensure its permanent protection and is now offering it for sale subject to a conservation easement. The easement allows for private recreational ownership while protecting the land’s ecological and scenic values for generations to come. Permitted uses include a future 2-acre building site, within which the owner may establish a 1-acre building envelope, allowing for one residence and up to three accessory structures. Additional permitted uses include hunting, hunting blinds, trails, and forest management with an approved plan. A special opportunity for acreage, privacy, recreation, and conservation-minded ownership in the heart of Benzie County.
REALCOMP #67026020356
May 6, 2026
Listed
$245,000
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80048731
Jun 3, 2025
Price Changed
$780,000
Jul 23, 2024
Listed
$899,000
REALCOMP #78080048731
Jun 3, 2025
Price Changed
$780,000
Jul 23, 2024
Listed
$899,000
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1254496
Aug 7, 2009
Sold
$28,000
Mar 30, 2009
Listed
$32,000
Public Records
Sep 19, 2005
Sold
$30,000
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1231372
May 7, 2005
Listing Removed
—
May 13, 2004
Listed
$395,000
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1249779
Oct 21, 2003
Sold
$62,000
Jul 1, 2003
Listed
$62,500
REALCOMP #78001249779
Oct 21, 2003
Sold
$62,000
Jul 1, 2003
Listed
$62,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$493 (−78.6%)
2024
$2,300 (+353.5%)
2023
$507
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6.98 Acres
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Single Family Residential
County
Benzie County
APN
02-035-025-05
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Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Benzonia, MI • 49616
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Redfin Estimate for 000 Love Rd
$683,626
$96K under list price of $780K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $340K to $775K.