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Land with Home for Sale in Traverse City, Michigan

1996 Island View Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686

$2,495,000
2.43 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $15,095/mo

Experience the beauty of waterfront living on Old Mission Peninsula with gorgeous sunset views. This inviting 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offering 150 feet of private sandy beach on West Bay and 2.43 acres of picturesque property. Set along the coveted shoreline, the home captures the timeless character of Northern Michigan with warm, natural finishes throughout. The main living spaces feature knotty pine walls, tile floors, and a fieldstone wood-burning fireplace, creating a comfortable setting for relaxing and gathering. A substantial 1,960 sq. ft. finished lower level provides valuable additional living space and flexibility for a variety of uses, whether as a recreation area, home office, guest space, or gathering area. The property also includes an impressive 816 sq. ft. detached second garage with loft area that could be finished for additional sq. ft., offering abundant room for vehicles, boats, recreational equipment, storage, or a workshop. Outside, enjoy the rare combination of 150 feet of private sandy West Bay frontage, large front lawn, 2.43 acres, and a corner parcel offering room to create your ideal waterfront retreat. The expansive property provides potential for additional development. Peninsula Township has indicated that a second home may be added to the property, and a property split may be possible; however, a variance would be required. Buyers should verify all development, zoning, and split possibilities with Peninsula Township. A special opportunity to own a substantial piece of Old Mission Peninsula waterfront with sandy beach, acreage, and potential for future possibilities.

4,360
Sq feet
4
Beds
1
Full bath
2
3/4 baths
1975
Built

Location

Street address
1996 Island View Rd
Zip code
49686
Community
Grand Traverse
School district
Traverse City Area Public Schools
Elevation
613 feet
Coordinates
44.8685, -85.5364

Directions

Located on the south corner of Peninsula Dr & Island View Rd.

Property details

Acreage
2.43 acres
Zoning
Residential
MLS #
TAAR 1950695
Posted

Parcels

  • 11-132-005-00

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence

Lot

Waterfront
Lake
Features
Corner Lot, Metes and Bounds, Sloping, Wooded-Hardwoods

Exterior

Pool
Patio
Features
Bay View

Structure

Style
Ranch
Stories
1
Water
Private
Materials
Frame
Roof
Asphalt

Interior

Rooms
Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 4, Dining Room, Family Room
Fireplaces
Yes
Appliances
Cook Top, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
Features
Formal Dining Room, Island Kitchen

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Sept 18, 2026New listing$2,495,000—TAAR
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This 2.43-acre property is located at 1996 Island View Rd in Traverse City, MI 49686. The property is available for sale, priced at $2,495,000. It has a 4,360 square foot 4-bedroom, 3-bath house built in 1975.

Listed by Schaub Team Premier Realty, (231) 674-5950

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