Last Sold Price
4 beds3,892 sqft$732/sqft
11642 Bluff Road, Traverse City, MI 49686

Description

A rare offering for buyers seeking a phenomenal beachfront oasis on Old Mission Peninsula. This beautiful 4 bed/3.5 bath home is situated on one of the best waterfront lots on the entire peninsula, along a quiet and coveted stretch of Bluff Road - yet only 8 miles to downtown Traverse City. The deep & private lot offers an ideal walkout approach to the waters edge with dune grass and sugar sand similar to what youd find along the renowned beaches of Sleeping Bear Dunes shoreline! The home offers...A rare offering for buyers seeking a phenomenal beachfront oasis on Old Mission Peninsula. This beautiful 4 bed/3.5 bath home is situated on one of the best waterfront lots on the entire peninsula, along a quiet and coveted stretch of Bluff Road - yet only 8 miles to downtown Traverse City. The deep & private lot offers an ideal walkout approach to the waters edge with dune grass and sugar sand similar to what youd find along the renowned beaches of Sleeping Bear Dunes shoreline! The home offers an appealing layout with main floor living, a spacious primary suite and a screened-in porch that is sure to be your go-to spot to enjoy a cup of coffee as you watch the sunrise over the bay. The main-floor office with private bathroom is an ideal work from home space or cozy den. Plentiful prep space in the kitchen with a large butcher block island and a wall of cabinetry. Lovely architectural and design features include soaring wood-paneled ceilings and a double-sided stone fireplace. With three generously sized guest bedrooms on the walk-out lower level and a full bathroom with double vanity, there is plenty of room for the family to spread out. Additional lower level features include a large living space, a rec-room and storage space. Dreamy outdoor spaces including an expansive back deck, hot tub and fire pit area.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/01/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 11642 Bluff Road

Status
MLS #
78080050146
Days on Market
11
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1981
Lot Size
0.67 AC / 29,185 SF
Architectural Style
Ranch
Waterfront Features
Water Access Rights, Waterfront
Waterfront
No
Zoning Description
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,698,000

Avg days on market

39

Sale-to-list ratio

98.5%

Traverse City, MI

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1

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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$1,698,000 | 2168 Twin Eagles Drive, Unit LOT: 15, Traverse City, MI 49686
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$1,698,000 | 2168 Twin Eagles Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686
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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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$1,048,000 | 13387 Blue Shore Drive, Unit LOT: 4 5, Traverse City, MI 49686
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Square Feet
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Acres
$1,048,000 | 13387 Blue Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686
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3,942
Square Feet
1.84
Acres
$1,800,000 | 12655 Center Road, Traverse City, MI 49686
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4
Bedrooms
3,361
Square Feet
5.24
Acres
$1,538,700 | 2699 Twin Eagles Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686
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Sold 09/25/25

4
Bedrooms
3,345
Square Feet
2.14
Acres
$2,625,000 | 15678 Waters Edge Drive, Unit LOT: 15, Traverse City, MI 49686
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3,314
Square Feet
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Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver

Sold By The Mitten Real Estate Group

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Building Information for 11642 Bluff Road

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size0.67 AC / 29,185 SF

Payment Calculator

$19,086 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,486

Property Taxes

$4,600

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 11642 Bluff Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: North on Center Road, right onto Bluff Road.
  • Latitude: 44.856164
  • Longitude: -85.502064
  • MLS Area Major: Peninsula Twp (28011)
  • Water Body Name: East Bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 1168500500
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 5 & SW 1/2 LOT 6 WILLOW POINT PLAT.
School Information
  • High School District: Traverse City
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Three Car Garage, Detached, Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 166
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.67
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 166X175
  • Water Frontage Feet: 166.0
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Lot Features: Water View
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 1108400.0
  • Living Area: 3892.0
  • Building Area Total: 4032.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1946.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1946.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Total Area: 2086.0
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Year Built: 1981
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Stone, Wood
  • Levels: One
  • Stories Total: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Has Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Exhaust Fan
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Walk In Closets
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Spa: Yes
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Spa Hottub
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 19x16
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12x18
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 21x17
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Width: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 25x22
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Width: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 6
  • Room Type: Library
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bath Full
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bath Lav
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 11642 Bluff Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 1, 2024

Sold

Realcomp #78080050146

$2,850,000
Oct 1, 2024

Sold

MiRealSource #80050146

$2,850,000
Sep 9, 2024

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78080050146

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/01/2024

Sold

Realcomp #78080050146

$2,850,000
10/01/2024

Sold

MiRealSource #80050146

$2,850,000
09/09/2024

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78080050146

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 11642 Bluff Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$55,204 ($4,600 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,134 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,134 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,595 SqFtStories1Lot Size29,055 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981Year Renovated1981CountyGRAND TRAVERSEAPN11-685-005-00

Schools near 11642 Bluff Road

This home is within Traverse City Area Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 8 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tcaps Montessori School
PublicPK to 8

Central High School
Public8 to 12

East Middle School
Public6 to 8

Traverse City High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver

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