1501 South Ruby Lane

Lake Leelanau MI 49653

2515 sq. ft.

38.09 ac.

Single-Family

Last sold for $950,000

T. J. Shimek, last sold this property on 10 October 2025 after 58 days on market.

Overview

Tucked away at the end of a private road, atop a scenic ridge, this one-of-a-kind Leelanau County property offers more than a homeâ€”it delivers a front-row seat to sweeping water views, rolling countryside, and the quintessential Up North lifestyle. The expansive acreage, lined with mature evergreens and hardwoods, offers endless privacy and the soothing presence of nature. From the moment you step into the backyard, you're greeted with breathtaking views of Lake Leelanau, stretching wide as the eye can see. With selective tree trimming, the potential to expand your view is limitlessâ€”offering total control over your own picture-perfect backdrop. The home itself is full of potential and ready for a creative vision. While itâ€™s in need of updating, its bones provide a solid foundation for transformation. A walkout lower level includes a charming sunroom and opens to a backyard with natural undulating topographyâ€”adding character, movement, and charm to the outdoor space. Picture cozy evenings around the bonfire under star-filled skies, or morning sunrises with coffee on the deck as the lake glistens in the early light. Also included is a 30x60 pole barn, complete with water and powerâ€”ideal for a workshop, storage, or housing all your outdoor toys and hobbies. And if more privacy is what youâ€™re after, four additional vacant parcels along the private road are available to extend your slice of paradise. While the peaceful setting feels like a world away, youâ€™re just minutes from some of Leelanauâ€™s best offeringsâ€”wineries, Lake Michigan beaches, fishing and boating on inland lakes, and the iconic towns of Lake Leelanau, Suttons Bay and Leland. Traverse City is just a 30-minute drive, making it an easy escape for business and pleasure. Whether youâ€™re dreaming of a secluded retreat, a full-time residence to make your own, or a property to build a legacy for generations to come, this is more than a home--it's a rare opportunity to craft your vision of the Leelanau lifestyle.

Features

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 carspaces

2 garage spaces

2515 sq. ft. floor area

38.09 ac. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom single-family properties sold in Lake Leelanau over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 1501 South Ruby Lane is $1.32m.

Median value

$1.32m

Estimated value range

$387k - $2.97m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

-24%

decrease over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Lake Leelanau. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 1501 South Ruby Lane

2025

Sold

$950,000

10 Oct 2025 by T. J. Shimek, of The Mitten Real Estate Group

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