Kewadin

Kewadin, Michigan is a charming and peaceful lakeside community nestled along the sparkling shores of Torch Lake in Northern Michigan. Known for its stunning turquoise waters and sandy beaches, Kewadin offers a laid-back lifestyle rich in outdoor recreation, including boating, fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling.

This close-knit town combines small-town warmth with easy access to nearby amenities in Elk Rapids and Traverse City. Whether you’re seeking a serene vacation retreat, a full-time home surrounded by nature, or a smart real estate investment, Kewadin’s natural beauty and welcoming atmosphere make it a true Northern Michigan gem.

Kewadin, MI Real Estate

Real Estate Statistics

Average Price $1.1M
Lowest Price $59.9K
Highest Price $10M
Total Listings 55
Avg. Days On Market 101
Avg. Price/SQFT $435

Property Types (active listings)

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7079 Torch Lake Drive,nw, Kewadin

$9,995,000

7079 Torch Lake Drive,nw, Kewadin

5 Beds 5 Baths 9,362 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1933397
11767 Wild Cherry Lane, Kewadin

$4,000,000

11767 Wild Cherry Lane, Kewadin

6 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,144 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1933853
12305 Third Street, Kewadin

$3,350,000

12305 Third Street, Kewadin

5 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,573 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1927446
New
410 S Golden Beach Drive, Kewadin

$3,350,000

410 S Golden Beach Drive, Kewadin

5 Beds 5.5 Baths 4,570 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1933860
1995 San Marino Trail, Kewadin

$2,995,000

1995 San Marino Trail, Kewadin

4 Beds 4 Baths 4,422 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1932893
3502 Blasen Shores Lane, Kewadin

$2,800,000

3502 Blasen Shores Lane, Kewadin

5 Beds 2.5 Baths 3,907 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1930814
7079 Torch Lake Drive,nw, Kewadin

$2,750,000

↓ $200,000

7079 Torch Lake Drive,nw, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1932620
1730 Birchview Drive, Kewadin

$2,715,000

↓ $99,000

1730 Birchview Drive, Kewadin

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,945 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1932034
1730 Birchview Drive, Kewadin

$2,695,000

↓ $99,000

1730 Birchview Drive, Kewadin

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,945 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1931596
New
3930 Thierry Circle, Kewadin

$2,495,000

3930 Thierry Circle, Kewadin

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,200 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1935183
7681 Nw Torch Lake Drive, Kewadin

$2,250,000

↓ $150,000

7681 Nw Torch Lake Drive, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1930547
3970 Nw Torch Lake Drive, Kewadin

$2,195,000

3970 Nw Torch Lake Drive, Kewadin

4 Beds 5.5 Baths 6,955 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1932356
Pending
1028 Creswell Lane, Kewadin

$1,675,000

1028 Creswell Lane, Kewadin

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,802 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1934552
3972 Us-31 N, Kewadin

$1,650,000

3972 Us-31 N, Kewadin

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,952 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1933636
5664 Cairn Highway, Kewadin

$1,495,000

5664 Cairn Highway, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1915371
1730 Birchview Drive, Kewadin

$1,098,900

1730 Birchview Drive, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1925847
11660 Indian Road, Kewadin

$980,000

↓ $19,900

11660 Indian Road, Kewadin

4 Beds 2.5 Baths 3,700 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1932442
Pending
12180 Sutter Road, Kewadin

$850,000

12180 Sutter Road, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 4,002 SqFt Commercial MLS® # 1923928
5664 Parcel C Cairn Highway, Kewadin

$800,000

5664 Parcel C Cairn Highway, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1925031
3958 Northshore Trail, Kewadin

$799,000

3958 Northshore Trail, Kewadin

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,730 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1934137
5664 Parcel B-2 Cairn Highway, Kewadin

$750,000

5664 Parcel B-2 Cairn Highway, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1925028
136 Mooney Way, Kewadin

$729,900

↑ $15,400

136 Mooney Way, Kewadin

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,587 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1929705
Pending
7204 Mcdermott Drive, Kewadin

$699,000

7204 Mcdermott Drive, Kewadin

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,213 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1933947
11685 Kruger Road, Kewadin

$698,500

11685 Kruger Road, Kewadin

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,692 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1933724
Pending
6698 Grove Street, Kewadin

$598,500

6698 Grove Street, Kewadin

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,248 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1932478
13295 Coleman Road, Kewadin

$499,900

↓ $50,100

13295 Coleman Road, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1925250
567 Yellow Birch Drive, Kewadin

$499,900

↓ $50,100

567 Yellow Birch Drive, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1931869
3626 Michigan Trail, Kewadin

$499,900

3626 Michigan Trail, Kewadin

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,560 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1934977
000 Zawora Road, Kewadin

$495,000

000 Zawora Road, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1928300
New
11961 Stone Circle Drive, Kewadin

$465,000

11961 Stone Circle Drive, Kewadin

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,860 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1934782
New
4652 Cairn Highway, Kewadin

$455,000

4652 Cairn Highway, Kewadin

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,042 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1933557
0 Coleman Road, Kewadin

$400,000

0 Coleman Road, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1930928
New
7160 Cherry Avenue, Kewadin

$369,000

7160 Cherry Avenue, Kewadin

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,616 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1935144
New
994 Us-31 N, Kewadin

$362,900

994 Us-31 N, Kewadin

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,100 SqFt Residential MLS® # 476865
737 Maplewood Lane, Kewadin

$319,000

737 Maplewood Lane, Kewadin

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,332 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1928085
New
6615 Forest Drive, Kewadin

$275,900

6615 Forest Drive, Kewadin

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,600 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1935097
00 Cairn Highway, Kewadin

$275,000

00 Cairn Highway, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1929076
Pending
6908 Buccaneer Avenue, Kewadin

$259,900

6908 Buccaneer Avenue, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 2,560 SqFt Commercial MLS® # 1933200
New
00 Quarterline Road, Kewadin

$225,000

00 Quarterline Road, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1933396
955 Us-31 N, Kewadin

$220,000

955 Us-31 N, Kewadin

0 Beds 0.5 Baths 686 SqFt Commercial MLS® # 1932523
New
Unit 21 Blueberry Lane, Kewadin

$219,900

Unit 21 Blueberry Lane, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1934787
00 Coleman Road, Kewadin

$200,000

00 Coleman Road, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1930929
0 Us-31, Kewadin

$189,900

0 Us-31, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1934131
6911 Clipper Ave, Kewadin

$160,000

6911 Clipper Ave, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 1,600 SqFt Commercial MLS® # 1927845
000 Coleman Road, Kewadin

$150,000

000 Coleman Road, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1930930
New
Parcel 2 Sydney Lane, Kewadin

$125,000

Parcel 2 Sydney Lane, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1935429
Pending
6902 Clipper Ave, Kewadin

$117,500

6902 Clipper Ave, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 1,120 SqFt Commercial MLS® # 1932332
6900 Clipper Ave, Kewadin

$117,500

6900 Clipper Ave, Kewadin

0 Beds 0 Baths 1,120 SqFt Commercial MLS® # 1932333

Kewadin, MI Real Estate Opportunities + 25 Must-Know Insights

Introduction to Kewadin, MI

Introduction to Kewadin, MI

If you're looking for peaceful, scenic living with access to pristine waters, rolling hills, and welcoming community charm, look no further than Kewadin, Michigan. Nestled near the legendary Torch Lake, this hidden gem in Antrim County is capturing the hearts of homebuyers, vacationers, and savvy real estate investors alike.

Whether you're seeking a waterfront retreat, a secluded cabin in the woods, or a full-time residence in a postcard-perfect setting, the Kewadin real estate market offers plenty of possibilities. Let's dive into the insights and opportunities waiting in this serene Northern Michigan town.


Where Is Kewadin Located?

Situated between Torch Lake and Grand Traverse Bay, Kewadin is a quiet, unincorporated community just a short drive from Elk Rapids and roughly 30 minutes north of Traverse City.

Small Town, Big Charm: A Quick Snapshot

  • County: Antrim

  • Population: Less than 1,000

  • Nearby towns: Elk Rapids, Alden, Central Lake

  • Lake access: Torch Lake, Lake Michigan, Lake Skegemog

  • Lifestyle: Laid-back, nature-focused, ideal for seasonal and full-time residents


Real Estate Market Overview

Real Estate Market Overview

Average Home Prices in Kewadin, MI

Home prices in Kewadin vary based on location and proximity to Torch Lake. Here's a general breakdown:

Property TypeAverage Price (2024)
Inland Homes $325,000 – $450,000
Torch Lake Waterfront $1.2M – $4M+
Vacant Land (Acreage) $90,000 – $300,000

Market Trends: Past 5 Years

  • 2020–2022 boom: Driven by remote work trends and interest in vacation homes

  • 2023–2024 correction: Slight stabilization in prices, especially inland

  • Current trend: High demand for lakefront properties with limited inventory

Future Market Predictions

With limited Torch Lake frontage and continued interest in Northern Michigan as a vacation destination, prices are expected to climb steadily over the next 5–10 years—especially for investment properties near the lake.


Property Types Available

Waterfront Homes

Waterfront Homes

These are the crown jewels of Kewadin real estate. Torch Lake, dubbed “the Caribbean of the North,” offers crystal-clear blue waters, sandy bottoms, and incredible value retention.

Acreage and Rural Retreats

Buyers looking for seclusion and privacy often choose properties set on several acres, often with forested surroundings, outbuildings, and proximity to hiking or snowmobile trails.

Vacation Homes and Short-Term Rentals

Perfect for investors or second homeowners. Many homes in the area are listed on vacation rental platforms—a testament to the region's popularity during all four seasons.

Single-Family vs. Multi-Family Homes

While Kewadin leans toward single-family homes, there are opportunities for duplexes and guest house properties. Multi-family real estate is limited but may offer great ROI when available.


Neighborhood Insights

Torch Lake Area Homes

This area boasts the highest property values in Kewadin. Homes on this lake are ideal for water sports enthusiasts, retirees, and luxury buyers looking for postcard-worthy views.

Proximity to Elk Rapids and Traverse City

Being close to Elk Rapids (10 min) and Traverse City (30 min) allows you to enjoy upscale dining, shopping, healthcare, and entertainment without sacrificing peace and quiet.

Community Services and Local Schools

  • Schools: Elk Rapids Schools (top-rated in the region)

  • Healthcare: Munson Healthcare (Traverse City)

  • Groceries and essentials: Short drive to Elk Rapids or Central Lake


Lifestyle and Amenities in Kewadin

Lifestyle and Amenities in Kewadin

Outdoor Recreation and Natural Beauty

From boating on Torch Lake to biking through wooded trails, outdoor lovers find plenty to do:

  • Torch Lake sandbar gatherings

  • Fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding

  • Hiking in Grass River Natural Area

  • Cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in winter

Wineries, Breweries, and Dining

You’re never far from Northern Michigan’s wine and beer scene:

  • WaterFire Vineyards

  • Cellar 1914

  • Short’s Brewing Company (Bellaire)

Festivals and Local Events

  • Torch Lake Sandbar Party (July 4th)

  • Elk Rapids Harbor Days

  • Traverse City Cherry Festival


Buying Real Estate in Kewadin

Buying Real Estate in Kewadin

How to Find the Right Property

Start by defining your goals: full-time residence, rental investment, or seasonal getaway? Then work with a local expert who knows the zoning, hidden gems, and lake access rules.

Financing and Mortgage Tips

  • Pre-approval is key in this competitive market

  • Many buyers finance second homes with conventional loans or HELOCs

  • Consider lenders familiar with rural and waterfront properties

Working with a Local Expert

A local broker, like Brook Walsh, understands nuances like easements, waterfront rights, rental potential, and seasonal accessibility—things outsiders might overlook.


Selling Real Estate in Kewadin

Pricing Strategies and Market Prep

  • Lakefront homes should be staged to highlight views and access

  • Inland homes benefit from highlighting acreage or outbuildings

  • Consider spring listing dates to align with buyer demand

Marketing Your Property

Professional photography, drone footage, and virtual tours are essential. Market through NorthernMichiganEscapes.com and niche platforms for max exposure.

Seasonal Considerations

Homes listed in spring and early summer typically sell faster, especially waterfront and vacation-oriented listings.


Investment Potential in Kewadin

Investment Potential in Kewadin

ROI on Vacation Rentals

Thanks to its proximity to Torch Lake, Kewadin is a hotspot for vacationers in all four seasons. Many buyers convert their properties into income-generating rentals—especially from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Here’s what makes the investment enticing:

  • High occupancy rates in summer (80–95%)

  • Premium nightly rates for Torch Lake waterfront homes

  • Low property taxes compared to other states

Rental Property TypeAverage Nightly RatePeak Season Occupancy
Waterfront Home $700–$1,200 90%
Inland 3BR Cottage $250–$400 85%
Rustic Cabin $180–$300 80%

Long-Term Property Appreciation

With limited waterfront availability and increased migration to Northern Michigan, real estate in Kewadin is a solid long-term investment. Torch Lake properties especially appreciate well above state averages.

Zoning Considerations and Regulations

Before jumping in, be aware of:

  • Short-term rental restrictions (some areas may limit duration/frequency)

  • Dock and lake usage rules for waterfront homes

  • Antrim County septic/well ordinances for undeveloped land

Always confirm regulations with a local broker or municipal office to avoid future headaches.


Living in Kewadin Year-Round

Living in Kewadin Year-Round

Seasonal Residents vs. Full-Time Locals

Kewadin hosts a unique blend of lifelong residents, summer homeowners, and remote workers seeking tranquility. The winter is quieter, with fewer visitors but still plenty to do—especially if you love snow.

Cost of Living

Living in Kewadin is moderately affordable compared to national standards, especially when weighing in the quality of life. Grocery and utility prices are typical of Northern Michigan towns, and property taxes are generally low.

Healthcare and Infrastructure

  • Medical Care: Nearby Elk Rapids offers urgent care, while Traverse City’s Munson Medical Center provides full-service healthcare.

  • Roads: Well-maintained year-round, but 4WD is recommended during snowy months.

  • Internet: Fiber-optic and high-speed internet options are increasingly available—important for remote workers.


Nearby Attractions and Day Trips

Nearby Attractions and Day Trips

Torch Lake Adventures

  • Boating: Rent a pontoon or bring your own to explore Torch Lake’s turquoise waters.

  • Sandbar: A famous party spot for boating, music, and sunshine in the summer.

  • Fishing: Trophy-size lake trout and smallmouth bass await.

Exploring Traverse City and Beyond

  • Traverse City (30 min drive): Offers boutique shopping, fine dining, airport access, and cultural festivals.

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes (1 hour): A world-class national lakeshore for hiking and dune-climbing.

  • Charlevoix & Petoskey: Perfect for upscale shopping and Victorian architecture tours.


Environmental and Land Use Considerations

Septic Systems and Well Water

Many rural and lakefront homes rely on private septic systems and wells. Buyers should:

  • Inspect systems prior to purchase

  • Understand local health department guidelines

  • Factor in potential upgrade costs

Land Development and Conservation

  • Antrim County enforces building and setback rules to protect Torch Lake’s natural beauty.

  • Buyers of vacant land should consult a local builder or surveyor to ensure development feasibility.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is the average home price in Kewadin, MI?

A. Prices range widely—from $325K for inland homes to $4M+ for Torch Lake luxury properties.

Q. Is Kewadin a good place to invest in vacation rentals?

A. Yes. With high summer demand and limited lakefront supply, it’s one of Michigan’s top seasonal rental markets.

Q. How far is Kewadin from Traverse City?

A. About a 30-minute scenic drive via US-31 S, making it easy to access city amenities while enjoying rural living.

Q. What outdoor activities are popular in the area?

A. Boating, hiking, snowmobiling, skiing, fishing, and wine tasting are all top-tier attractions in the region.

Q. Are there zoning restrictions for short-term rentals?

A. Some neighborhoods and townships do have restrictions. Check with Antrim County and your broker before investing.

Q. How do I find a trustworthy local real estate agent?

A. Start by visiting BrookWalsh.com or NorthernMichiganEscapes.com to connect with a local expert who lives and breathes Northern Michigan real estate.


Conclusion: Your Kewadin Real Estate Journey Starts Here

Kewadin, MI, is more than a blip on the map—it’s a community brimming with charm, potential, and some of the most beautiful real estate in the Midwest. Whether you’re buying a lakefront legacy home, building a family retreat, or investing in a vacation rental, Kewadin checks every box.

Ready to start your journey? Visit
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