Last Sold Price
3 beds2,530 sqft$217/sqft
488 East River Road, Traverse City, MI 49696

Description

The luxury of privacy is yours. Welcome to Deer Creek a meticulously cared for home on a secluded 13.5 acres with 900 feet of prime frontage on the rippling waters of the Blue Ribbon Trout Stream, Boardman River, a mere ten minutes from town. A compound worthy of enjoyment for generations. This rare, magazine featured home boasts a well appointed chef's kitchen, a great room with soaring ceilings and a wall of windows affording an abundance of natural light plus a towering fireplace constructed of...The luxury of privacy is yours. Welcome to Deer Creek a meticulously cared for home on a secluded 13.5 acres with 900 feet of prime frontage on the rippling waters of the Blue Ribbon Trout Stream, Boardman River, a mere ten minutes from town. A compound worthy of enjoyment for generations. This rare, magazine featured home boasts a well appointed chef's kitchen, a great room with soaring ceilings and a wall of windows affording an abundance of natural light plus a towering fireplace constructed of split natural crystal infused fieldstone, the unique loft feature allows for another bedroom and office if desired, expansive decks for entertaining and river gazing, low maintenance well landscaped grounds, and an exquisite master suite with river views and private deck. In addition, there are two 2+ car garages. Both outbuildings feature additional storage and one also contains a loft and heated workshop. Generator included. The drone video really captures the essence of this tranquil property please be sure and view it. Shown by appointment only.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/31/2018 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Shelly J Drossart • REO-TCFront-233021
    P: (231)-590-9552 thinkshelly@gmail.com

Property Details for 488 East River Road

Status
MLS #
78001173600
Days on Market
1982
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1986
Lot Size
13.50 AC / 588,060 SF
Subdivision Name
METES & BOUNDS
Architectural Style
Contemporary
View
Water
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Dock Facilities, River Front, Waterfront
Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
Residential

Location

Listing Courtesy of REO-TCFront-233021

Sold By Coldwell Banker Schmidt-402

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Building Information for 488 East River Road

Stories-Year Built1986Building Size-Lot Size13.50 AC / 588,060 SF

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$3,421 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,796

Property Taxes

$625

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 488 East River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Garfield or Keystone to River Rd. Please look for sign. House is not visible from road
  • Latitude: 44.644503
  • Longitude: -85.568535
  • MLS Area Major: East Bay Twp (28003)
  • Water Body Name: Boardman River
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 280311801915
  • Tax Legal Description: E 562.43' OF E 1/2 OF SW 1/4 LYING S OF PENN RR R/W & N OF BOARDMAN RIVER & E 662.38' OF E 1/2 OF SW 1/4 LYING S OF BOARDMAN RIVER SEC 18 T26N R10W
School Information
  • High School District: Traverse City
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Four Car Garage, Detached, Garage
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Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 900
  • Lot Size Acres: 13.5
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 300x2000
  • Water Frontage Feet: 900.0
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront
  • Lot Features: Adjacentto Public Land, Cleared, Water View, Sprinklers, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • State Equalized Value: 248800.0
  • Living Area: 2530.0
  • Building Area Total: 2530.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2530.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Class Name: Residential
  • Other Structures: Pole Barn, Second Garage, Sheds
  • Year Built: 1986
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space
  • Levels: One And One Half
  • Stories Total: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Trash Compactor, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement: Partial
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Humidity Control, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Walk In Closets
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Security Features: Security System
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 24x22
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Width: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 24x21
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Width: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 16x14
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Width: 21.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 18x12
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 18x17
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 14x11
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 8
  • Room Description: Carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 13x10
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 9
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Width: 22.0
  • Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 10
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 12
  • Room Type: Library
Agent
Sale and Listings
  • Public GLR Website: Yes

Property History for 488 East River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 31, 2018

Sold

Realcomp #78001173600

$550,000
Oct 31, 2018

Sold

MiRealSource #1173600

$550,000
Sep 24, 2018

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78001173600

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/31/2018

Sold

Realcomp #78001173600

$550,000
10/31/2018

Sold

MiRealSource #1173600

$550,000
09/24/2018

Contract Signed

Realcomp #78001173600

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Public Records for 488 East River Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$7,502 ($625 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,530 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,530 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,254 SqFtStories1Lot Size608,533 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986Year Renovated1986CountyGRAND TRAVERSEAPN03-118-019-15

Schools near 488 East River 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
Cherry Knoll 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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This home: 488 East River Road, Traverse City, MI 49696
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