Northern Michigan, MI relocation guide
Moving to Mackinac Island, MI
733,300Median home value
Mackinac CountyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island is a car-free island resort community in Lake Huron, famous for Victorian architecture, fudge shops, and horse-drawn carriages. Most residents work in seasonal tourism; the year-round population is small. Homes are historic Victorians, cottages, and a few newer builds.
Home prices in Mackinac Island
The median home value in Mackinac Island is 733,300.
Top places in Mackinac Island
- Fort Mackinac — 1780 British fort with harbor views
- Mackinac Island State Park — 80% of the island, including Arch Rock
- Grand Hotel — landmark 1887 hotel with the world's longest porch
- Main Street — fudge shops and historic storefronts
- Round Island Lighthouse — views from the island's shore
Commuting from Mackinac Island
- No cars allowed; ferry from Mackinaw City or St. Ignace (~20 min)
- Pellston Regional Airport ~30 min plus ferry
Mackinac Island FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Mackinac Island, MI?
The median home value in Mackinac Island is 733,300. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Mackinac Island, MI?
No cars allowed; ferry from Mackinaw City or St. Ignace (~20 min)
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.