2770 Nelson Road

Traverse City, MI 49686

$2,500,000
Price
4
Beds
2,626 Sq. Ft.
$952 / Sq. Ft.
2,626
Sq. Ft.
$952
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Premier property with premier boat slip accommodating a 45' boat at Bowers Harbor. A truly rare offering on Old Mission Peninsula—where panoramic views of both East and West Grand Traverse Bay become part of your everyday backdrop. Properties like this don’t come around often, and for good reason: you simply can’t recreate this vantage point. Set on 11.89 acres, this historic 1914 stone home blends timeless character with modern updates, surrounded by rolling countryside, mature trees, and...Premier property with premier boat slip accommodating a 45' boat at Bowers Harbor. A truly rare offering on Old Mission Peninsula—where panoramic views of both East and West Grand Traverse Bay become part of your everyday backdrop. Properties like this don’t come around often, and for good reason: you simply can’t recreate this vantage point. Set on 11.89 acres, this historic 1914 stone home blends timeless character with modern updates, surrounded by rolling countryside, mature trees, and vineyard landscapes. The main residence offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths with 2,626 finished square feet, thoughtfully positioned to capture water views from multiple angles. Beyond the home, the property delivers unmatched versatility: Attached 1-car garage, detached 3-car garage barn with classic Northern Michigan charm, and a large pole barn with dual doors, ideal for equipment, storage, or hobby use. Also includes automatic whole house backup generator. Whether you’re looking for a private estate, working farm, or a legacy property on Old Mission, this is a setting that simply cannot be duplicated.
  1. Listed by Shawn Schmidt • Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City
    P: (231)-499-1990 C: (231)-499-1990 shawn@shawnschmidtsmith.com

Property Details for 2770 Nelson Road

Architectural Style
Craftsman
Subdivision Name
NA
View
Water
View
Yes
Waterfront
No
Zoning Description
Agricultural,Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 05/12/2026 10:29 AM

Property Details for 2770 Nelson Road

StatusActive
MLS #80067450
Days on Market14
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1914
Lot Size11.89 AC / 517,928 SF
CountyGrand Traverse County
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Location

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Building Information for 2770 Nelson Road

Stories2Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size11.89 AC / 517,928 SF

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$13,014 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,458

Property Taxes

$556

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 2770 Nelson Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Head north on US-31 N / E Front Street Continue as it turns into Center Road (M-37) onto Old Mission Peninsula Stay on Center Road for about 8–10 miles Turn right onto Nelson Road Continue about 1 mile 2770 Nelson Road will be on your right.
  • Latitude: 44.861712
  • Longitude: -85.53296
  • MLS Area Major: Peninsula Twp (28011)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 11-004-001-01 / 02
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 6.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Farm, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 11.89
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2626.0
  • Building Area Total: 3476.0
  • Living Area: 2626.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Raw Mls Bathrooms Total: 3.5
  • Raw Mls Documents Count: 6
  • Raw Mls Lot Size: see docs
  • Raw Mls Modification Timestamp: 05-01-2026 06:03:16 AM
  • Raw Mls Photos Change Timestamp: 04-28-2026 02:49:58 PM
  • Raw Mls Photos Count: 80
  • Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Raw Mls Stories Total: 2.0
  • Year Built: 1914
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s), Workshop
  • Stories Total: 2
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Windows
  • Power Production Type: Wind
  • Power Production: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access, Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Heating: Forced Air, Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Skylight(s)
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 16
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room

Property History for 2770 Nelson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #80067450

$2,500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/28/2026

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #80067450

$2,500,000

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

Public Records for 2770 Nelson Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$6,675 ($556 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,626 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,626 SqFtStories2Lot Size256,568 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914CountyGRAND TRAVERSEAPN11-004-001-01Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2770 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

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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More information about 2770 Nelson Road, Traverse City, MI 49686

2770 Nelson Road is a single family home for sale in Traverse City, MI 49686. This property was listed for sale on April 28, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City, it's currently listed at $2,500,000. This listing's school district is Traverse City Area Public Schools. Nearby schools include Tcaps Montessori School, Central High School and East Middle School. 2770 Nelson Road is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,626 sqft single family home built in 1914.

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