Northern Michigan Real Estate With a Trusted Local Waterfront Expert
Discover Northern Michigan real estate with sixth-generation local expert Sander Scott. Waterfront homes, luxury properties, relocation guides, STR rules, and insider knowledge across Leelanau, Traverse City, and beyond.
Helping You Navigate Northern Michigan Real Estate with Confidence
Whether you are buying your first lake home, selling a long-time family property, or exploring investment options, I provide clear guidance, strong communication, and a plan that fits your goals.
Your Northern Michigan Waterfront Expert
I’m Sander Scott, a Northern Michigan real estate broker and owner of Net Real Estate. As a sixth-generation Northport resident, I specialize in waterfront and lifestyle properties across Leelanau, Grand Traverse, and Benzie Counties. I help buyers and sellers understand shoreline nuances, lake access, and local market trends so they can make confident decisions.
My work combines deep local roots, data-driven strategy, and clear communication. I also share market insights and community content on my website, blog, and YouTube channel @SanderScott.NetRealEstate.
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Helping You Make Smart Moves in Northern Michigan Real Estate.
I guide buyers and sellers through the unique markets of Northern Michigan using clear communication, strategic insight, and deep local knowledge. Whether you are moving here, investing, or selling a waterfront property, I help you make confident decisions without the stress.
Waterfront Home Buying
Understanding shoreline types, water quality, STR rules, and lake-by-lake nuances to help you choose the right waterfront property.
Community Guidance
Local insight into Northport, Suttons Bay, Traverse City, Lake Leelanau, Glen Arbor, and surrounding areas.
Selling for Maximum Value
High end marketing with drone, photo, video, staging guidance, and pricing strategies that attract serious buyers.
Market Analysis
Accurate property valuation based on hyper local trends, comparables, and seasonal patterns across Northern Michigan.
Personalized Support
Direct communication, no pressure, and a one-to-one service model focused on your goals.
Vacation Home + STR Insight
Clear guidance on short term rental regulations and investment potential across different townships and neighborhoods.
Why Buyers and Sellers Trust My Local Expertise
With six generations in Northern Michigan, I bring a long-term perspective on how each community has grown, changed, and developed over time. I help buyers and sellers understand the neighborhoods, the waterfront nuances, and the local trends that national sites simply cannot show.
Sander was instrumental in helping me negotiate the terms and conditions of the deal and ultimately helped me get it all successfully closed.
Steve Markevich
Executive Vice President at Axalta Coating Systems
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