A combined 1,000 acres were listed for sale in Emmet County recently; the combined value of all Emmet County land and rural real estate for sale was almost $69 million. Emmet County ranks 43rd in the Wolverine State for the combined amount of land currently advertised for sale. Petoskey featured the most land for sale. Based on its natural assets, tourism and recreation contribute significant revenue toward Emmet County's overall GDP. Emmet County is the 34th biggest county (881 square miles) in Michigan. It's located in the Northwest Michigan region of the state.