The Harbor Springs, Michigan Real Estate Blog provides expert insights and updates on the local real estate market in this beautiful resort town. From new listings and market trends to investment opportunities and practical advice for buyers and sellers the blog is an essential resource for anyone interested in the Harbor Springs real estate scene.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time homebuyer, this blog has everything you need to stay informed and make informed decisions in the local real estate market.

7 Tips for Skiing and Snowboarding in Cold Weather

Winter at Boyne Mountain can get cold in some months! But without the Lake Michigan affect weather, Boyne Mountain Resort's powder snow wouldn't be what it is and we wouldn't be writing this article to help you stay warm on your ski vacation! With a little preparation and maybe a smart purchase or two along the way, you can ensure that you won't need to worry about the cold and you'll be carving down the slopes on even the most blustery of days. (Click here to see all Northern Michigan Ski Lifestyle Homes for Sale)

  1. Lots of layers. Rule number one is a no-brainer for most. In order to prevent heat loss, the best method is to wear multiple layers rather than opting for thick and heavy…

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We have all been there:  We enjoy a great vacation in a beautiful destination and are smitten by life there. 

We imagine what it might be like if a vacation home was ours and start picking up local real estate brochures and searching online for sale listings.  Pretty soon, conversations with a realtor could be occurring, and you begin you wonder if this dream is realty or pie in the sky.  The idea of owning your own place in a ski town that your family loves just seems like the perfect next step. (Click here to see all Northern Michigan Ski Lifestyle Homes for Sale)

Ski vacation homes, like in Boyne Mountain Resort, are no different than the pattern we see with other vacation homes.  They tend to be located in great ski towns that are fun in…

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What Are Michigan's Most Expensive Lakes?

With more than 11,000 inland lakes and their entire shape defined by the Great Lakes, Michigan is a hot spot for lakefront real estate. A recent report from LakeHomes.com, a multi-state brokerage, and real estate database, offers some insight into where the priciest lakefront real estate is found in Michigan. To compile its quarterly Lake Market Report, LakeHomes.com pulled MLS data to find the average listing price for all for-sale homes in each market on Sept. 1, 2018. The top 10 most expensive lakes for lakefront homes in Michigan are listed below, ordered from the least expensive lake to the most expensive lake at No. 1.  (Click here to see all Northern Michigan Waterfront Lifestyle Homes for…

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Breakers East condos are located on the shore of Little Traverse Bay. This is one of the finest waterfront condo communities in Harbor Springs.

This neighborhood makes one of think of east coast homes with their cedar shake exteriors. However, the waterfront setting is what really makes this environment special.

The Breakers East neighborhood has an estate-type feel to them despite being condominiums.

These condominiums also have spacious lofts which are great for the kids to escape to.

Gourmet kitchens dominate the real estate market in the Breakers East neighborhood.

Master bedrooms typically have waterfront views, walk-in closets, and ensuite bathrooms.

The dining…

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Holiday Rail Jam – December 29th, 2019

The Holiday Rail Jam is open to all skiers and snowboarders who want to "lay it on the line" and show us what you got.  This is a judged event and top finishers will walk away with some great prizes like Boyne gift cards and SWAG from Under Armor.  The rail jam will be a fast-moving competition with music, announcer, and various divisions based on the number of entrants.  Spectators are welcome so come on out and get ready for a great show.

Stuff you need to know:

  • Registration noon - 1:30 pm in near the entrance to the cafeteria at Boyne Highlands
  • The entry Fee is $5.00
  • Rail Jam will begin at 2 pm, location to be determined 
  • Divisions are dependent upon who signs up but rest assured there will be…

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SOLD: 246 E Main St #1 Harbor Springs, MI 49740 - $249,000
MLS: 459224 - $249,000

Newer street-level retail condo, right downtown on Habor Springs Main Street with the new restaurants and new Lyric Theatre offering plenty of foot traffic. Great street frontage and windows give a great opportunity to display the wares. Historic ambiance with 10 ft ceilings, crown molding, ceiling fans, and white oak floors, but with elevator to 600 sq ft lower level storage with high ceilings. Fire suppression system. (Click here to see all Harbor Springs, Michigan Homes for Sale)

For help selling your Harbor Springs Commercial real estate or your Harbor Springs home contact Brook Walsh - brook@nmescapes.com, www.brookwalsh.com or (231) 459-3179 today!

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Harbor Cove, located along Little Traverse Bay on Lake Michigan just three miles east of Harbor Springs, is a unique 175-acre development featuring luxury townhouses and single-family condominiums.

Amenities include an outdoor heated pool, indoor pool, and four outdoor tennis courts.

The Harbor Cove neighborhood is a Harbor Springs, Michigan treasure. People have been coming to this northern Michigan community for years. Many of the condominiums are older but feature prominently up north architecture and state-of-the-art remodels.

Kitchens are generously sized for cooking sumptuous holiday meals and entertaining friends and family.

Master bedrooms usually feature ensuite bathrooms and walk-in closets. 

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Trout Creek Condominiums are located in the northwest section of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Their central location is close to Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Mackinac Island. (Click here to see all Harbor Springs, Michigan Homes for Sale)

On-site amenities include hiking/snowshoe trails, pools, fishing ponds, playgrounds, a fitness center, tennis courts. Close to beaches, golf, bike trails, and Mackinac Island. Nub's Nob and Boyne Highlands ski resorts are just 1 mile away. Free Shuttle to Nub's Nob during the holiday week and weekends in January and February. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of Harbor Springs, MI vacation rentals)

The Trout Creek neighborhood is known for the aforementioned…

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On the hunt for a vacation home in Trout Creek Resort in Harbor Springs, MI? Then you don’t want to miss this charming home in close proximity to Lake Michigan! This classic 2BR condo boasts a tiled fireplace updated painted interior, private patio, central air conditioning, comfortable furniture, and a flat-screen high definition television This property is active in a rental program, it features a king bed, one queen bed, and a sofa sleeper. Offered fully furnished, the benefits of Trout Creek ownership include 3 pools, hot tub, fitness center, fishing pond, nature trails, x\c ski trails, clubhouse, and seasonal shuttle. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of Harbor Springs, MI vacation rentals)

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Northern Michigan’s Tunnel of Trees on M-119 is one of the state’s most iconic attractions. The scenic road winds from Harbor Springs, north of Petoskey, to Cross Village. (Click here to see all Northern Michigan Waterfront Lifestyle Homes for Sale)

Ranked among the most scenic roads in the nation, the Tunnel of Trees is especially breathtaking in spring when trilliums carpet the forest floor bordering the road and in autumn when the hardwoods are aflame in brilliant colors. (Click here to see Northern Michigan's finest collection of vacation rentals)

M-119 begins at the north end of Petoskey, but it doesn’t officially become The Tunnel of Trees until north of Harbor Springs. From there, the state highway becomes very narrow, running…

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