Erica Foerster | Luxury & Waterfront Realtor® in Traverse City, MI

Erica Foerster is a top-producing Traverse City Realtor® specializing in luxury homes, waterfront properties, and premier lifestyle real estate across Northwest Michigan, including Old Mission Peninsula, Leelanau Peninsula, Suttons Bay, Leland, Glen Arbor, and beyond.

A Traverse City local with a career rooted in marketing excellence, Erica spent more than 20 years teaching marketing before transitioning into full-time real estate in 2016—a bold move that quickly became a highly successful calling. Since then, she has achieved over $200 million in closed sales and consistently ranks among the top 1% of Realtors nationwide.

Erica’s marketing expertise gives her a distinct advantage in the luxury and waterfront real estate market, where presentation, positioning, and negotiation are everything. She is known for crafting compelling property narratives, executing high-impact marketing strategies, and negotiating with precision—helping her buyers secure exceptional homes and her sellers achieve premium results.

Erica believes every home—especially along Northern Michigan’s iconic lakeshore—has a story to tell. Whether guiding clients through the purchase of a Lake Michigan shoreline estate, a bayfront retreat, a luxury second home, or a strategic investment property, she is committed to making the experience seamless, strategic, and highly rewarding.

Beyond real estate, Erica is deeply involved in leadership and community. She is a Past President of the Women’s Council of Realtors – Northern Michigan, a proud member of the By the Bay Garden Club in Suttons Bay, and is currently pursuing her Master Gardener certification—a reflection of her appreciation for both homes and the land they sit on.

When she’s not working with clients, Erica enjoys cooking, gardening, and traveling to the mountains out west. She and her husband Marc are currently restoring their beloved 1950s Suttons Bay cottage, a hands-on passion project that mirrors her love for historic homes and thoughtful design.

If you’re searching for a luxury Realtor in Traverse City, a waterfront specialist in Leelanau County, or a proven advisor for buying or selling property in Northwest Michigan, Erica Foerster offers the experience, strategy, and personal care to guide you home with confidence.