28-03-2025
Priciest homes in Macomb County are either farmland or lakefront estates. Here's a look
Luxury properties are scattered throughout metro Detroit, and Macomb County offers a diverse mix of high-end listings.
The county's landscape ranges from rural and agricultural communities in the north to waterfront homes along Lake St. Clair in the east, with a mix of suburban and urban areas to the south.
According to data from Realcomp II, which tracks real estate information, the most expensive property currently on the market in Macomb County, excluding private listings, has a sales price of $4.33 million. This listing spans over 200 acres of farmland, and includes wooded areas, a house, and multiple outbuildings.
Properties in this price range often feature sprawling estates, scenic waterfront views, or custom-built designs tailored for high-end luxury living.
Recent sales in Michigan reflect a growing appetite for high-end properties, with the state's top single-family home sales in 2024 ranging from $5.05 million to $7 million.
Macomb County, which had a population of 881,214, according to the 2020 census, is the third-most populous county in Michigan, following Wayne and Oakland counties.
Here's a look at several of the most expensive properties currently on the market in Macomb County:
Address: 15055 Thirty Mile, Washington Township.
Key features: This farmland, owned by the same family for over 100 years, includes a house built in 1910, several outbuildings and additional vacant parcels, including wooded areas. In total, the property covers 216.674 acres, according to the listing.
What the agent says: Marjorie Fetty, of Century 21 Professionals Macomb in Macomb Township, describes the property as a prime development opportunity, located within a couple of miles of the main corridor. "It's a wonderful area to put residential developments, such as condos, single-family homes, and more," Fetty says.
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Address: 38371 Huron Pointe Drive, Harrison Township.
Size: 7,598 square feet
Key features: Built in 1976, this custom four-bedroom waterfront home, located on Black Creek Lagoon, includes five full bathrooms and two half baths. It has a 55-foot enclosed boathouse, seven additional boat wells, and a heated 3½-car attached garage. The property also features a built-in swimming pool, and a first-floor owner's suite with a screened-in porch.
What the agent says: Thomas Zibkowski, of Real Estate One in Shelby Township, describes the property as a boater's entertainment paradise.
Address: 37540 Lakeshore Drive, Harrison Township.
Size: 5,391 square feet
Key features: Built in 1991, this four-bedroom waterfront estate, set on a half-acre lot, offers three full bathrooms, two half baths, and an attached three-car garage. Outdoor highlights include a private dock equipped with a boat hoist.
What the agent says: Melanie Lovati, of Innovation Real Estate Specialists Inc. in New Baltimore, highlighted the property's prime location on a double lot, positioned to enjoy views of boat traffic to Metro Beach with infinity views of Lake St. Clair. 'The hoist and well accommodate a 40-plus-foot vessel,' Lovati says. 'The interior is spacious yet cozy with custom features, a bespoke kitchen, and a first-floor master suite.'
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Address: 67770 Overlook Trail Drive, Washington Township
Size: 4,586 square feet
Key features: Built in 2024, this five-bedroom home designed by Martini-Samartino has three full bathrooms, two half baths, and a side-entry four-car garage equipped with dual EV chargers.
What the agent says: Maria Magnoli, of Vanguard Realty Group LLC in Rochester Hills, highlights the home's standout features, which include a formal dining room, an office and high-end appliances. She adds, 'The kitchen has full quartz slab countertops and backsplash, and the master suite — especially the bathroom and walk-in closet — is just to die for. The spiral staircase leading to the second floor adds such a wow factor, and the basement wraps completely underneath the garage, which you almost never see.'
Brendel Hightower writes about real estate and other topics for the Detroit Free Press. Contact her at bhightower@ Support local journalism: Subscribe to the Detroit Free Press.
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