Empire Real Estate
18 active listings · 6 sold in the past 12mo
$635,000
Median List Price
6
Sold (past 12mo)
72
Avg Days on Market
+12.3%
HFGⓘ
Household Formation Gap (HFG) is a secondary market indicator that measures hidden housing demand created by shrinking household sizes. As average household size decreases — due to divorce, single living, empty nesting, delayed marriage — more housing units are needed even without population growth. HFG compares the estimated number of households needed today versus 15 years ago: (population ÷ avg household size). This is a demographic trend signal, not a primary market indicator like income-based affordability or comparative market analysis. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2009–2023), Tables B01003, B25010, B25001.
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Homes for Sale(18)
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For Sale
1/84
$2,499,000
7822 W Welch Road, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd1 ba3.07 ac
Single Family
Under Contract
1/99
$1,325,000
11801 S Lacore Road, Empire, MI 49630
4 bd3 ba3.03 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/55
$959,000
11256 S Lacore Road, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd1 ba2.38 ac
Single Family
Under Contract
1/85
$795,000
12623 S Fleetwood Court, Empire, MI 49630
4 bd2 ba6.29 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/21
$750,000
5686 W Timberview Trail, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba1.22 ac
Single Family
Under Contract
1/28
$699,000
3996 W Timber Lane, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba5.01 ac
Single Family
Under Contract
1/52
$685,000
9918 Ottawa Drive, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd1 ba0.42 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/16
$635,000
11527 S Sunset Drive, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba0.28 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/15
$635,000
11563 S Sunset Drive, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba0.40 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/12
$635,000
11515 S Sunset Drive, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba0.28 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/21
$629,000
11549 S Sunset Drive, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba0.22 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/13
$590,000
11541 S Sunset Drive, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba0.22 ac
Single Family
Under Contract
1/54
$589,500
11507 S Sunset, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba0.27 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/12
$554,000
11533 S Sunset Drive, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba0.22 ac
Single Family
Under Contract
1/99
$549,999
16829 Pettengill Road, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd1 ba7.16 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/34
$549,900
4911 Red Pine Trail, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd2 ba4.83 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/47
$525,000
11566 S Sunset Drive, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd1 ba0.22 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/59
$400,000
10135 W Front Street, Empire, MI 49630
3 bd1 ba0.21 ac
Single Family
Recently Sold(6)
| Address | Sold Price | Date Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 10099 W Aylsworth Street, Empire, MI 49630 | $509,000 | Apr 27, 2026 |
| 7822 W Welch Road, Empire, MI 49630 | $3,000,000 | Feb 9, 2026 |
| 11147 S Lacore Road, Empire, MI 49630 | $367,500 | Nov 23, 2025 |
| 8771 Shorebird Lane, Empire, MI 49630 | $4,400,000 | Sep 25, 2025 |
| 9569 Pearl Lake Drive, Empire, MI 49630 | $1,580,000 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| 4752 W Empire Highway, Empire, MI 49630 | $238,000 | Jun 15, 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Empire
Are there homes available in Empire right now?
There are currently 18 active listings in Empire. The median asking price is $635,000.
What is the median home price in Empire?
Homes in Empire sell for a median of $635,000, drawn from 6 transactions over the past year.
How fast do homes sell in Empire?
The average days on market in Empire is 72, based on 6 recent transactions.
What school districts serve Empire?
Empire is served by one or more public school districts. In Michigan, school district boundaries do not always align with city limits, so different parts of Empire may be zoned for different districts. Check individual listings for the specific school district assignment.
Is Empire a buyer's or seller's market?
With 36.0 months of inventory, Empire is currently a buyer's market. This is based on 18 active listings and 6 sales in the past 12 months.
How are property taxes calculated in Empire?
Michigan property taxes in Empire are calculated using the State Equalized Value (SEV) times the local millage rate. Rates vary by school district and municipality. Primary residences qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces the tax rate.
What does demographic data show about housing demand in Empire?
Based on Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates, the Household Formation Gap in Empire is +12.3%. Shrinking household sizes (from 1.53 to 1.99 persons per household) have increased the number of households needing housing by 21 since 2009 — independent of the 46.0% population growth. This is a secondary demographic indicator, not a primary market measure.