Harbor Springs

Harbor Springs, Michigan Real Estate

Harbor Springs is one of Northern Michigan's most sought-after waterfront towns. It sits on the north shore of Little Traverse Bay, just minutes from Petoskey. A historic harbor, a walkable Main Street of galleries and restaurants, and a mix of in-town cottages and lakefront estates give it a quieter, more exclusive pace than its neighbors.

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Why Harbor Springs

Harbor Springs is one of Northern Michigan's most sought-after waterfront towns. It sits on the north shore of Little Traverse Bay, just minutes from Petoskey. A historic harbor, a walkable Main Street of galleries and restaurants, and a mix of in-town cottages and lakefront estates give it a quieter, more exclusive pace than its neighbors.

Life Through the Seasons

Life follows the four seasons. Summers center on the bay, the harbor, and the numerous nearby golf courses, and winters bring skiing at Nubs Nob and The Highlands, both only minutes away. North of town, the M-119 Tunnel of Trees winds along the Lake Michigan shoreline through Good Hart and Cross Village, one of the Midwest's most scenic drives.

What Homes Cost in Harbor Springs

Prices here cover a lot of ground. Condominiums are the usual entry point, and most homes at the lower end sit outside the village in the surrounding townships, while waterfront along Little Traverse Bay and the Lake Michigan shoreline climbs well into the multi-millions, with limited inventory at every level. Bob and Trish Hartwick's own story began in Harbor Springs, where they met, married, and started both a family and a business, and they draw on that lifelong familiarity to help buyers weigh schools, neighborhoods, and frontage, whether the goal is a full-time residence or a seasonal place on the water.

The Hartwicks' Harbor Springs Picks

The Hartwicks' Harbor Springs picks: Boyer Glassworks for hand-blown glass and the perfect Michigan gift; OTIS for cocktails and mid-century style just outside town; Pierson's Grille & Spirits, a casual, family-friendly grille in downtown Harbor Springs with a vintage ski-lodge ambiance: retro signage, black-and-white photos, and memorabilia honoring Northern Michigan skiing; Running Water, an energizing, welcoming space for running, rowing, lifting, and more; Kelbel Pharmacy, a 1925 institution with a famously fun gift shop; and the Harbor Springs Farmers Market, Wednesdays and Saturdays from May through October, for local produce and artisans.

Questions Buyers Ask About Harbor Springs

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What makes Harbor Springs different from Petoskey?▾

Only ten minutes apart on Little Traverse Bay yet different in character. Petoskey is larger with the widest selection of homes in the region and a busy downtown. Harbor Springs is quieter and exclusive, built around a historic harbor and a walkable Main Street of retail, galleries, and restaurants. The practical difference is inventory and pace: Petoskey offers more choice at more price points, while Harbor Springs brings fewer homes to market and holds the top of the market.

What do homes cost in Harbor Springs?▾

Over the past year the typical Harbor Springs sale closed in the high $500s, and half of all sales landed between the low $400s and roughly $1M. The spread is the story. Condos are the usual entry point, about four in ten of the sales below the median; most of the rest are homes outside the village in the surrounding townships. Lakefronts sold at a median of $1.3M. Homes take a little longer to sell than in Petoskey, typically around 2.5 months, appropriate for a top-end market. Frontage, view and Main Street access move the price more than home size.

Can you live in Harbor Springs year-round?▾

Yes. Life follows the four seasons. Summers on the bay, the harbor and the golf courses nearby; winters bring skiing at Nubs Nob and The Highlands, both minutes from town. Main Street stays open through the winter, though some businesses keep shorter hours. Anyone planning to be here year-round should ask about heating, road maintenance and street snow maintenance.

What is the Tunnel of Trees, and what should I know about buying along it?▾

The M-119 Tunnel of Trees winds north from Harbor Springs along the shoreline through Good Hart and Cross Village, and it is one of the Midwest's most scenic drives. Homes along it come up for sale rarely and offer a particular kind of privacy: a narrow road, mature canopy, bluff and shoreline settings. The trade-off is a longer drive to groceries and services.

Newest Homes for Sale in Harbor Springs, MI

8063 S Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs
$849,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 479929 MLS
Your Harbor Springs getaway starts with Lake Michigan just across the road. Set on a wooded acre along the famous Tunnel of Trees, this distinctive Northern Michigan retreat includes access to a shared private beach used by the immediate neighbors, while downtown Harbor Springs is just five minutes away and skiing is approximately a 15-minute drive. Designed by award-winning architect Robert Pigati of Chicago's Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the bright and open residence offers something very different from the typical Up North cottage. Large windows, cathedral ceilings, mixed wood tones and a raised deck create a warm, light-filled setting for summer vacations, fall weekends and winter ski trips. The main level features a spacious living area with wood-burning fireplace and a galley-style kitchen with new appliances, cabinetry, granite countertops and a large walk-in pantry. The generous primary bedroom includes a modern bath with an externally lit skylight. Downstairs, a private guest suite provides additional flexibility with its own full bathroom, kitchenette, sunny front-facing windows and independent entrance. Behind the main house, whimsical Tinker’s Cottage offers an unforgettable additional retreat with a single bed, fireplace, full bathroom and stained-glass shutters. Outdoor features include a large garage, raised deck and distinctive Gothic-inspired bread and pizza oven, creating opportunities for outdoor cooking, dining and entertaining. Whether envisioned as a Northern Michigan second home, four-season family retreat or property with potential for seasonal vacation rental use, the Pigati Residence combines beach access, proximity to Harbor Springs and skiing, flexible guest accommodations and architecture that gives the property an identity all its own. Select photographs have been virtually staged to illustrate possible furniture placement and use of indoor and outdoor spaces. Permanent architectural and site features have not been intentionally altered.

8063 S Lake Shore Drive, Harbor Springs

4680 Camelot Drive Unit #23, Harbor Springs
$429,900
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 479904 MLS
OPEN HOUSE for 9/12/2026 has been cancelled because condo is rented. A proven short-term rental with future bookings in place—this fully furnished, turnkey Heather Highlands townhouse at The Highlands, Harbor Springs is ready to generate income from day one. 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, & a half bath across 2,300 finished square feet—where Northern Michigan's four-season resort lifestyle reaches far beyond the property itself. The main floor centers on a private primary suite, kitchen & living & dining rooms—the living & dining areas beneath cathedral ceilings & anchored by one of two wood-burning fireplaces. The primary bath features newly tiled flooring. The kitchen opens naturally to the dining area, & a half bath serves the main level for guests. A private entrance at the rear of the unit provides direct main floor access—giving the unit a feel well beyond a typical condo. The upper level holds two additional bedrooms & a full bath—comfortably separated from the primary floor & suited for guests. The finished walkout lower level delivers a large family room w/ the second wood-burning fireplace, a full bath w/ a beautifully remodeled shower, new carpet throughout the level & stairs, & room for additional sleeping, recreation, & storage. The attached one-car garage opens directly to the lower level. Both furnaces & central air conditioning have been freshly replaced. Pella windows, ceiling fans, & a full appliance package—range, refrigerator, built-in microwave, dishwasher, washer, dryer, & wine refrigerator—are in place. Outside, a deck & patio extend the living space across three seasons, & a paved drive rounds out the property. Snowmobile trails accessible nearby, & Harbor Springs Village—w/ waterfront dining, boutique shopping, & Little Traverse Bay access—is minutes away. Championship golf & skiing are on-site at The Highlands. This association permits short-term rentals, positioning the unit well for personal use or the onsite rental program.

4680 Camelot Drive Unit #23, Harbor Springs

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