About Us


Michigan Shores Cooperative, located in Frankfort, Michigan, opened its doors in 1991 to residents 55 and better. Situated on a majestic ridge overlooking Lake Michigan, Michigan Shores is tucked within 19 beautiful wooded acres and offers spacious, secure and private one- and two-bedroom apartments that support an active lifestyle.
Owner-members purchase a share that entitles them to an apartment. Co-op shares appreciate 1 percent of the initial value, and selling a share is easy. There are no appraisals, inspections, or real estate commissions.
As an owner-member, you’ll enjoy many benefits of living on the shores of Lake Michigan including:
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A safe, secure, private apartment in a gorgeous setting
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Affordable lake view
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Maintenance-free lifestyle and turn-key convenience
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Energized and engaged community with options to be fully engaged or selectively involved
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Pet friendly (one pet per apartment)
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Walking trails, beautiful gardens and wildlife just outside your door
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Restaurants, shops, galleries, gardens, weekly farmers’ market, library, year-round festivals/events, beer tasting, fine dining, casual eateries, coffee shops, bakery, Art Center, and much more in the bustling resort community of Frankfort
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Easy access to Lake Michigan, Crystal Lake, Frankfort, Elberta, Beulah, Traverse City, Empire, Sutton’s Bay, and the Leelanau Peninsula
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Quality healthcare and fitness center
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Active lifestyle with opportunities throughout the region including beach walking, hiking and biking trails, Crystal Mountain Resort, world-class golf courses, and large and small bodies of water for kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, sailboating, power boating or watching the waves lap at the shore.
“People who live here don’t want the costly expenses of a single-family home and the real estate taxes that go along with it. They want a smaller home and built-in community. That’s one of the many advantages of a cooperative.”
MARILYN
