LAND & ACREAGE
Access, utilities, intended use, financing, surveys, and the details that can change whether a parcel truly works for you.
Browse land & acreageBIG DREAMS NEED THE RIGHT DIRT
Find the property that fits what you’re building next.
Whether you’re searching for acreage, a working farm, a homestead, a rural retreat, or a home in town, I’ll help you move forward with clear guidance and local perspective.
Jessica HechlerMichigan Land & Home Sales
Land & acreage
Homesteads
Farms & agritourism
Rural & traditional homes
More than a property search
Real estate shaped around the life you want.
Every property type comes with different questions. My job is to help you see the full picture before you make your move.
HOMESTEADS
Space for gardens, animals, workshops, privacy, and the practical pieces that help a homestead vision become a workable plan.
Browse homesteadsFARMS & AGRITOURISM
Properties with room for agricultural goals, farm-based businesses, lavender fields, events, or a new rural venture.
Browse farmsBrowse agritourismRURAL & TRADITIONAL HOMES
From a home tucked away in the country to a neighborhood close to everyday needs, I’ll help you compare the whole opportunity.
Browse homesI don’t just help people buy property. I help them understand what they’re buying—and what it can make possible.
— Jessica Hechler
Your Michigan real-estate guide
Clear answers. Strong advocacy. A little room to dream.
Hi, I’m Jess.
I have over 10 years of real estate experience, but a lot of what I bring to my clients and teams started long before real estate.
I’m a little bit country, a little bit rock ’n’ roll—with some corporate businesswoman mixed in and glitter and magic for good measure.
I grew up in a small Midwestern farming and industrial town about two hours from Detroit. My parents owned a construction and lumberyard business, and I come from a family of local legacy farmers.
I grew up on construction sites, riding four-wheelers, dirt bikes, go carts, field cars and the occasional lawn mower pulling a snow sled on summer grass—and working in my mom’s HUGE garden and doing chores.
Fun fact: Mom somehow always knew when teenage Jess might have been at a party in a field the night before. Those mornings, sunrise was magically the perfect time to weed the garden. 😂🌱
But I was also a girly girl who danced, cheered and competed in beauty pageants.
Mud and makeup have always gotten along just fine in my world.
Life eventually took me from living semi off-grid in the middle of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to living in Phoenix and Las Vegas, where I loved the city life and expanded my business and corporate experience—a world I still thrive in today.
I love a crisp northern sunrise and a hot desert city night.
I still love to ride, garden and get my hands dirty. I have experience in maximizing our cozy space for food, and I love old houses, construction, barns, acreage and imagining what a property could become.
My husband and I also have 3 beautiful daughters who are all grown and living lives of their own. Eventually, after experiencing a lot of different versions of “home,” we chose Michigan to be closer to our family and our six grandbabies.
We still have the wanderlust bug though so we travel when we get the opportunity.
Maybe that’s why I believe so strongly that home looks different for everyone.
My experience has shown me that the face of farming and working the land is changing and I am here for it!
There’s no one right version of home. There’s just the one that feels like yours. A bulldog at negotiations and closing tables.
Tell me what you’re looking for
What working together looks like
A grounded process from idea to closing.
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Start with the vision
We talk about your goals, timeline, needs, and non-negotiables.
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Look beyond the listing
We evaluate the property, its possibilities, and the questions worth asking.
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Move with confidence
You get thoughtful guidance through decisions, negotiations, and closing.
Good questions are a strong start
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a large budget to buy land in Michigan?+
Not necessarily. Price and financing can vary widely by location, acreage, improvements, access, and intended use. We can start with your goals and build a realistic search from there.
Can you help me find a property for homesteading?+
Yes. We’ll look beyond acreage alone and consider the property features that matter for your plans, such as usable ground, outbuildings, access, utilities, and local requirements.
What should I consider before buying vacant land?+
Access, zoning, utilities, surveys, soil or septic considerations, wetlands, financing, and intended use can all matter. The right questions depend on the parcel and your plans.
Do you also help with traditional home sales?+
Absolutely. I help clients buy and sell traditional homes as well as rural and land-focused properties.
For real estate agents
There’s a seat for you here.
Exploring eXp or looking for a community where you can build your own kind of business? Let’s talk.
Ready when you are