12960 N Forest Beach Shores, Northport, MI, 49670

Price Reduction - Waterfront - Golf Course - Primary on Main

Address

12960 N Forest Beach Shores, Northport, MI

Listing Type

Active

Price

$ 1,674,000

Your Agent

Brian Gunia

Sales Associate

616-364-9551

Property Attributes

ID#1949652
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyLEELANAU
CityNorthport
AreaLeelanau
NeighborhoodLeelanau
Zip49670
StyleRanch,Cottage,Craftsman
Year Built1990
Price$ 1,674,000
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms3
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage2560
Lot Size0.5 Acres

Data Source:

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS (NGLRMLS)

Property Description

Step inside this Northport, Leelanau County cottage and the sparkling blue bay is impossible to ignore. Brick detail, exposed beams, and warm wood ceilings carry through the interior, and a sunken living room sets the main level apart from the typical lakefront layout, adding depth to the sight lines that stretch toward the water. Water stays central to the design throughout. The kitchen, dining area, great room, and sunken living room are all oriented toward the bay, and a gas see-through fireplace ties two of the main rooms together, echoing the home's layered, intentional feel. With all 4 bedrooms on the main level, the roughly 2,400 finished square feet live open and easy, the floor plan working with the water views rather than around them. Outside, multi-level decking stretches the living space toward 120 feet of sandy Grand Traverse Bay frontage, while a boat house (a rare feature) keeps kayaks, paddle boards & small watercraft covered and within reach of the beach. An outdoor shower makes rinsing off simple, and the walkout lower level, with an unfinished 4th bath & storage, keeps sand from making its way into the main living areas. The double lot, totaling half and acre, provides room to breath. Year-round comfort comes by way of boiler heat, private well & septic, and a detached 2+ car garage, with the flexibility to use the home seasonally or full-time. Membership in Cherry Home Shores brings shared beaches, pickleball courts, parks, trails & a clubhouse.. the community has a quaint, nostalgic up north summer camp feel! A restriction on short-term rentals keeps the community quiet and residential. Downtown Northport, the marina, area wineries, golf, dining, Leelanau State Park & the Grand Traverse Lighthouse are all a short drive away. This is a home with real character. Brick, wood & water come together here in a way that feels harmonious and grounding from the moment you walk in. More information about Cherry Homes on their website: cherryhomeshores.com

Price History
8/22/2026	Listed $1,699,000
9/3/2026	2$1,674,000

General Features

Sewer	Private Sewer
Heating	Hot Water,Fireplace(s),Natural Gas
Possession	Negotiable
Roof	Asphalt
Appliances	Refrigerator,Oven/Range,Disposal,Dishwasher,Microwave,Washer,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Gas Water Heater,Instant Hot Water
HOA Fee	150
Garage Spaces	2
Association Fee Includes	None
Patio/Porch Features	Deck,Multi-Level Decking
Architectural Style	Ranch,Cottage,Craftsman
Security Features	Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials	Frame,Timber Frame,Wood Siding
Pets Allowed	true
Year Built	1990
View	Water,Bay View,Bay
Stories Count	1
Township	Leelanau
Levels	One
Property Subtype	Single Family Residence
Waterfront Features	All Sports,Sandy Bottom,Great Lake,Lake,Sandy Shoreline
Community Features	Clubhouse,Tennis Court(s),Lake Privileges,Park,Pets Allowed,Common Area,Trails
Accessibility	None
Assoc Fee Paid Per	Annually
County	Leelanau
New Construction	No
Property Type	Residential
Attached Garage	No
Subdivision Name	Cherry Home Shores
Garage Y/N	Yes
Other Structures	Boat House
Full Baths	1
Status	Active
Directions	From Northport,take N Mill Street to E Woolsey Lake Road 6 miles. Turn right onto N Knollwood Drive,then turn right onto N Forest Beach Shores.
City	Northport
Body of Water	Grand Traverse Bay
High School District	Northport Public School District
Zoning Description	Residential
Lot Size Units	Acres
Lot Size Square Feet	21780
Carport Y/N	No
Home Warranty Y/N	No
Lease Renewal Y/N	No
Lease Considered Y/N	No
Virtual Tour	https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/7a1bf04c-f5b9-4e2e-aeca-6c666bdf85b0/?utm_source=captureapp
Primary Bedroom Level	Main
Living Area Units	Square Feet
Standard Status	Active
Middle/Junior School District	Northport Public School District
Elementary School District	Northport Public School District
Tax Assessed Value	319409
Virtual Tour	https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/7a1bf04c-f5b9-4e2e-aeca-6c666bdf85b0/?utm_source=captureapp
Ownership Type	Private Owner
Lease Amount Frequency	Annually
Legal Description	LOTS 6 & 7 CHERRY HOME SUBD NO 1 SEC 20 T32N R10W 0.5 A M/L
AttributionContact	Cell: 231-649-3137
Freehold	VOW,BBO,IDX

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	Cathedral Ceiling(s),Pantry,Great Room,Beamed Ceilings,Ceiling Fan(s),Cable TV,High Speed Internet
Basement	Walk-Out Access,Crawl Space,Unfinished
Fireplace Features	Gas
Kitchen Level	Main
Basement (Y/N)	No
Air Conditioning Y/N	Yes
Heating Y/N	Yes
Window Features	Blinds,Drapes,Curtain Rods
Fireplace Y/N	Yes
Above Grade Finished Area	2560
3/4 Baths	2
Laundry Features	Main Level
Total Bedrooms	4
Entry Level	1
Living Room Level	Main
Main Level Bedrooms	4
Main Level Bathrooms	3
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type	Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type	Square Feet
Total Baths	3
Primary Bathroom Features	Private
Kitchen Length	9
Kitchen Width	23
Second Bedroom Length	10
Second Bedroom Width	18
Bedroom 3 Length	10
Bedroom 3 Width	18
Bedroom 4 Length	11
Bedroom 4 Width	15
Family Room Length	17
Living Room Length	13
Living Room Width	17
Primary Bedroom Length	13
Primary Bedroom Width	11
Family Room Width	16
Family Room Level	Main
Bedroom 4 Level	Main
Bedroom 3 Level	Main
Second Bedroom Level	Main

Exterior Features

Parking Features	Gravel,Circular Driveway,Detached,Garage Door Opener,Concrete Floors
Lot Features	Wooded,Level,Subdivided
Water Source	Private
Lot Size Area	0.5
Foundation Details	Block
Number of Buildings	2
Spa	No
Lot Size Acres	0.5
Road Surface Type	Asphalt
Frontage Length	120
Frontage Type	Waterfront
Waterfront Y/N	Yes
Road Responsibility	Public Maintained Road
Horse Y/N	No