12287 Bluff Road

2,300 Sq. Ft.
$546 / Sq. Ft.
2,300
Sq. Ft.
$546
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to your dream retreat on the Old Mission Peninsula, offering 130 feet of private, easily accessible East Bay frontage—no steep bluffs, just pure waterfront enjoyment and stunning views. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home includes a versatile den or office and an attached two-car garage. The open-concept layout is perfect for entertaining, featuring a spacious kitchen with a large island, upgraded appliances, and a cozy gas fireplace. Enjoy year-round comfort with a new...Welcome to your dream retreat on the Old Mission Peninsula, offering 130 feet of private, easily accessible East Bay frontage—no steep bluffs, just pure waterfront enjoyment and stunning views. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home includes a versatile den or office and an attached two-car garage. The open-concept layout is perfect for entertaining, featuring a spacious kitchen with a large island, upgraded appliances, and a cozy gas fireplace. Enjoy year-round comfort with a new furnace installed in 2024 and professionally landscaped grounds that enhance the home’s natural beauty. The primary suite features a private deck with breathtaking views of East Bay, ideal for morning coffee or peaceful sunrises. Live the Peninsula lifestyle on the shores of East Bay—where stunning sunrises, peaceful waterfront living, and vineyard-lined drives define everyday life. Located just minutes from downtown Traverse City, this highly desirable area offers the perfect balance of natural beauty, privacy, and proximity to world-class dining, wineries, and outdoor recreation.
  1. Listed by Angela M DiLorenzo • Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC
    P: (231)-632-5105 AngelaMiaDiLorenzo@BHHSMI.com

Property Details for 12287 Bluff Road

Subdivision Name
BUENA VISTA BEACH
View
Bay
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Lake, Waterfront
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING CLOSED: 07/02/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 12287 Bluff Road

StatusClosed
MLS #80057697
Days on Market16
Taxes$5,147 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.86 AC / 37,461 SF
CountyGrand Traverse County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC

Sold By Keller Williams Northern Michi

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Building Information for 12287 Bluff Road

Stories2Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.86 AC / 37,461 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,683 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,254

Property Taxes

$429

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 12287 Bluff Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Continue to US-31 N/E Front St, Take M-37 N/Center Rd to Bluff Rd in Peninsula Township, Turn right onto Bluff Rd
  • Latitude: 44.86492
  • Longitude: -85.499259
  • MLS Area Major: Peninsula Twp (28011)
  • Water Body Name: East Bay
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 11-445-014-00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,146.77
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 130.0
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Lot Features: Bluff
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.86
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2300.0
  • Building Area Total: 2300.0
  • Living Area: 2300.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1960
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Oven
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Exhaust Fan
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Exhaust Fan
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Pantry
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 17x9
  • Length: 17.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Width: 9.0
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 16x17
  • Length: 16.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Width: 17.0
Room 3
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 21x10
  • Length: 21.0
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Width: 10.0
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 10x14
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Laundry
  • Width: 14.0
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 21x22
  • Length: 21.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 22.0
Room 6
  • Description: Carpet
  • Dimensions: 13x17
  • Length: 13.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Width: 17.0
Room 7
  • Dimensions: 12x18
  • Length: 12.0
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Width: 18.0

Property History for 12287 Bluff Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 2, 2025

Sold

MiRealSource #80057697

$1,255,000
Jun 13, 2025

Contract Signed

MiRealSource #80057697

May 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #80057697

$1,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/02/2025

Sold

MiRealSource #80057697

$1,255,000
06/13/2025

Contract Signed

MiRealSource #80057697

05/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #80057697

$1,250,000

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

Public Records for 12287 Bluff Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$5,191 ($433 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,300 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,300 SqFtStories2Lot Size37,505 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960CountyGRAND TRAVERSEAPN11-445-014-00

Schools near 12287 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

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