2721 Nelson Road

Traverse City, MI 49686

$3,990,000
Price
5
Beds
6,945 Sq. Ft.
$575 / Sq. Ft.
6,945
Sq. Ft.
$575
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

A rare opportunity to own a celebrated architectural masterpiece, Old Mission Peninsula’s Most Unique offering. Truly irreplaceable, this fully custom construction home offers breathtaking views and possibility of a boat slip at Bowers Harbor Marina. This one-of-a-kind estate has 360° of development protected views overlooking Grand Traverse Bay, vineyards, and orchards. Designed by world-renowned green architect William McDonough, this 5-bed, 6-bath home offers environmentally conscious luxury...A rare opportunity to own a celebrated architectural masterpiece, Old Mission Peninsula’s Most Unique offering. Truly irreplaceable, this fully custom construction home offers breathtaking views and possibility of a boat slip at Bowers Harbor Marina. This one-of-a-kind estate has 360° of development protected views overlooking Grand Traverse Bay, vineyards, and orchards. Designed by world-renowned green architect William McDonough, this 5-bed, 6-bath home offers environmentally conscious luxury across 8.44 acres with producing vineyards (Chardonnay and Riesling). Features include a passive solar entry, indoor lap pool with panoramic windows, main floor art gallery, main floor master with en suite, and loft office with deck and bay views. Lower-level gallery with kitchenette, game room, and 4 bedrooms, 3 with en-suite baths, and stunning 50-ft underground wine cellar with redwood racks. Designed for entertaining and family gatherings. Exquisite craftsmanship throughout: curved copper rooflines, steel columns with custom wood saddles, radiant floor heating, dual-zone HVAC, smart home system, 3 fireplaces, ADA-accessible 1¾" solid birch doors, granite countertops, Baldwin/Kohler fixtures, and custom cabinetry. Updates made spring 2026 including 4 new sliding doors and more. Professionally landscaped with river and pond features. Two gardens could be re-imagined as additional decking with views. Sale of vineyard grapes to Black Star Farms can be negotiated. Additional 11.5-acre vineyard parcel available across the road. Ready for the next visionary to make it theirs.
  1. Listed by Shawn Schmidt • Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City
    P: (231)-499-1990 C: (231)-499-1990 shawn@shawnschmidtsmith.com
  2. Listed by Carly Petrucci • Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City
    P: (231)-922-2350 carly.petrucci@cbgreatlakes.com

Property Details for 2721 Nelson Road

Architectural Style
Contemporary
Subdivision Name
NA
View
Water
View
Yes
Waterfront
No
Zoning Description
Agricultural
LISTING UPDATED: 05/27/2026 11:12 AM

Property Details for 2721 Nelson Road

StatusActive
MLS #80057590
Days on Market368
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1996
Lot Size8.44 AC / 367,646 SF
CountyGrand Traverse County
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Location

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Building Information for 2721 Nelson Road

Stories-Year Built1996Building Size-Lot Size8.44 AC / 367,646 SF

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$22,037 per month

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Principal and Interest

$19,883

Property Taxes

$2,154

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Property Information for 2721 Nelson Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Drive north on Center Road and turn left (west) onto Nelson Road. The home will be on the right.
  • Latitude: 44.862404
  • Longitude: -85.524042
  • MLS Area Major: Peninsula Twp (28011)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 11-703-007-00
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Farm, Sloped
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.44
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3665.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 3280.0
  • Building Area Total: 7639.0
  • Living Area: 6945.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Raw Mls Bathrooms Total: 5.0
  • Raw Mls Documents Change Timestamp: 07-07-2025 02:13:00 PM
  • Raw Mls Documents Count: 5
  • Raw Mls Lot Size: 435'x905'x400'x902'
  • Raw Mls Modification Timestamp: 05-27-2026 11:06:29 AM
  • Raw Mls Photos Change Timestamp: 02-09-2026 01:02:15 PM
  • Raw Mls Photos Count: 75
  • Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Year Built: 1996
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Doors, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Hallway(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: HVAC
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Power Production: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck
  • Pool Features: Indoor
  • Pool Private: Yes
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Range, Oven, Electric Water Heater, Humidifier
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Attic Fan, Exhaust Fan
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Exhaust Fan, Electric, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Spa: Yes
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 8
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 9
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3

Property History for 2721 Nelson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 21, 2026

Price Change

MiRealSource #80057590

$3,990,000—
May 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #80057590

$4,399,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/21/2026

Price Change

MiRealSource #80057590

$3,990,000
05/23/2025

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #80057590

$4,399,000

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

Public Records for 2721 Nelson Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$25,849 ($2,154 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5Total Finished SqFt6,168 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,168 SqFtStories2Lot Size105,415 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996CountyGRAND TRAVERSEAPN11-703-007-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2721 Nelson Road

This home is within Traverse City Area Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tcaps Montessori School
Public - PK to 8
Central High School
Public - 8 to 12
East Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Traverse City High School
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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More information about 2721 Nelson Road, Traverse City, MI 49686

2721 Nelson Road is a single family home for sale in Traverse City, MI 49686. This property was listed for sale on May 23, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City, it's currently listed at $3,990,000. This listing's school district is Traverse City Area Public Schools. Nearby schools include Tcaps Montessori School, Central High School and East Middle School. 2721 Nelson Road is a 5-bed, 6-bath, 6,945 sqft single family home built in 1996.

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