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Why Leelanau Construction is the Go-To for Families in Northern Michigan
Building a home in Grand Traverse County or Leelanau County has historically been a fragmented, expensive process. High demand for new home construction in Traverse City often leads to long lead times and unpredictable costs. Leelanau Construction has solved this by creating a streamlined, vertically integrated model designed for "Middle America." We provide high-quality residential…
Read MoreWelcome to Cedar Run Acres: Spacious Living on the Traverse City West Side
PRICE: $635,000 – $720,000 ($352.78 – $360.00/SQ FT)SIZE: 1,700 – 2,000 SQ FTLOT SIZE: 1.0 ACRE (AVERAGE)UNITS: 21 TOTAL LOTSLOCATION: INTERSECTION OF CEDAR RUN RD & TILTON RD, TRAVERSE CITY, MI Development Overview and Technical Specifications Cedar Run Acres is a newly established residential development by Leelanau Construction. Located at the intersection of Cedar Run…
Read MoreBuilding New vs. Buying Old: Why Leelanau County is the Place for Your Custom Build
Deciding between purchasing an existing home or building a custom residence in Leelanau County or Traverse City is a significant financial pivot. While the "quick move-in" of an older home is tempting, the long-term logistics and hidden costs of renovation often outweigh the upfront savings. At Leelanau Construction, we provide a streamlined alternative that bridges…
Read MoreNew Home Construction Cost Michigan 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Budgeting Without the Surprises
Base Pricing: $385,000 – $950,000Average Sq Ft: 1,400 – 3,000+Layouts: 3BR/2BA Ranch to 4BR+ Custom Two-StoryPrice Per Sq Ft: Approx. $215 – $325+ (Model Dependent; custom homes start around $325/Sq. Ft.) Building a new home in Michigan is a major financial commitment, and the biggest stressor for most families isn't the color of the siding,…
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