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1 bed515 sqft$169/sqft
4159 North Spider Lake Road, Traverse City, MI 49696
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.26 acresLot Size
1958Year Built
$169/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Endless Potential with Stunning Views! This one-bedroom log cottage offers a breathtaking view of Celery Bay and is just minutes from hiking trails, as well as public boat launches on Spider Lake and Arbutus Lake. The structure requires extensive renovation or removal. Utilities-including heat, water, and electricity-have not been in service for an extended period, and visible mold is present in the front utility room. The property includes a dry well septic system and a well, both in unknown condition....Endless Potential with Stunning Views! This one-bedroom log cottage offers a breathtaking view of Celery Bay and is just minutes from hiking trails, as well as public boat launches on Spider Lake and Arbutus Lake. The structure requires extensive renovation or removal. Utilities-including heat, water, and electricity-have not been in service for an extended period, and visible mold is present in the front utility room. The property includes a dry well septic system and a well, both in unknown condition. Due to its current state, the property is not eligible for financing.
  • Listed by: Amanda K Theodoran 989.306.3444 amanda@c21northland.com • CENTURY 21 Northland
Listing closed: 04/09/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Realcomp, MLS#: 78080055139

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$365,000

Avg days on market

65

Sale-to-list ratio

91.6%

Traverse City, MI

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Location

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Sold By Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC

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Property Information for 4159 North Spider Lake Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision Name: Wildwood Park
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Log Home, Ranch
  • View: Water
  • Has View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: All Sports Lake, Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Lot Size: 0.26 AC / 11,325 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From South Garfield turn left on Arbutus Hill Road to South Hobbs Highway. Follow South Hobbs Highway to North Spider Lake Road. Property will be on the right hand side of the road. Park on side of road.
  • Latitude: 44.689942
  • Longitude: -85.492832
  • MLS Area Major: East Bay Twp (28003)
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 0378014400
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 144 Wildwood Park Subdivision
School Information
  • Elementary School: Courtade Elementary School
  • High School: Central High School
  • High School District: Traverse City
  • Middle Or Junior School: Traverse City East Middle Scho
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50x234
  • Lot Features: Water View, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 49700.0
  • Living Area: 515.0
  • Building Area Total: 515.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 515.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Year Built: 1958
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Stories Total: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.0
  • Appliances: Oven, Range
  • Has Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Rooms Total: 4
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 14
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 16
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 11x9
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 4
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 4159 North Spider Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 9, 2025

Sold

Realcomp #78080055139

$87,000
Apr 9, 2025

Sold

MiRealSource #80055139

$87,000
Apr 2, 2025

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78080055139

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/09/2025

Sold

Realcomp #78080055139

$87,000
04/09/2025

Sold

MiRealSource #80055139

$87,000
04/02/2025

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78080055139

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

Public Records for 4159 North Spider Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$1,688 ($141 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt586 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt586 SqFtStories1Lot Size11,718 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958Year Renovated1958CountyGRAND TRAVERSEAPN03-780-144-00

Schools near 4159 North Spider Lake Road

This home is within Traverse City Area Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 8 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Courtade Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

East Middle School
Public6 to 8

Central High School
Public8 to 12

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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