Bay Harbor - Community Overview

Along the southern shore of Little Traverse Bay is Bay Harbor, the pinnacle of Northern Michigan luxury real estate. Stretching over 5 miles of shoreline and encompassing over 1,200 acres of land, Bay Harbor has become one the region’s most revered private communities. The land that is now Bay Harbor was previously home to a cement plant, which was repurposed beginning in 1994. The results must truly be seen to believe, as Bay Harbor is now home to some of the most exquisite real estate in the Midwest. Conveniently located just a short drive outside of Petoskey city limits, Bay Harbor enjoys both its own array of dining and shopping solutions, and quick access to one of Northern Michigan’s most popular towns.

Bay Harbor offers a very wide range of real estate solutions to buyers. Condos in the marina district can be had for around $350,000-$450,000, while homes on the highly desirable Bay Harbor peninsula can easily fetch north of $10,000,000. Options and price points can be found everywhere in between, with properties found along Lake Michigan, in high bluff settings, or woven into the 27-hole championship golf course that stretches throughout Bay Harbor. The architectural style in Bay Harbor is clean and modern, creating a consistent sense of quality.  There is strict review of all new builds to ensure quality is present in all community additions.

With very few exceptions, ownership in Bay Harbor requires buyers to join the Bay Harbor Yacht Club. The yacht club serves as the social hub for Bay Harbor, and is rich with amenities that include a swimming pool, beach area, fitness center, conference center, and much more. There are additional costs associated with this membership, and for owning in Bay Harbor in general. Kyle Lieberman can walk you through this information as part of your Bay Harbor real estate search.

Most Bay Harbor properties are in a gated portion of the community, with access only available through security checks or private scan cards. Owners enjoy this added sense of security and privacy, which also keeps road traffic to a minimum. Most owners find GEM cars to be their preferred method of transportation throughout Bay Harbor. Residents can go from one end of Bay Harbor to the other without ever leaving the private community infrastructure.

Bay Harbor is more than just real estate – it is a lifestyle. The privacy, amenities, and stunning aesthetics that make up this community are unmatched in Northern Michigan. Many residents of Bay Harbor are boating enthusiasts who take advantage of the large docks in front of the Bay Harbor Yacht Club. Others are golfers that spend their days on the Links, Quarry, or Preserve courses. Whatever your passion, Bay Harbor is able to accommodate at the highest level of quality.

Bay Harbor is little more than an hour’s drive to two regional airports in Pellston and Traverse City. There are also two private craft airports in Harbor Springs and Charlevoix, which are are less than 30 minutes to Bay Harbor. The entrance to Bay Harbor is off US31, which connects to US131 just a few miles to the east in Petoskey. Residents can access I-75 in 45 minutes or less when looking to head south. Despite the wonderful sense of privacy that Bay Harbor affords, it is very conveniently located for residents arriving by land, air, or sea!

There is a lot that goes into owning Bay Harbor real estate. Evaluating a purchase in Bay Harbor goes beyond the properties themselves. Not every agent in Northern Michigan understands the costs, responsibilities, and value of Bay Harbor real estate. Kyle Lieberman has represented many buyers and sellers in Bay Harbor and can guide you through the nuances of this community. If you wish to buy or sell in this community, Kyle Lieberman is the best Bay Harbor real estate agent to represent your interests properly.