
Land with Home for Sale in Traverse City, Michigan
875 Lost Nations Trl, Traverse City, MI 49686
Rarely does a property on Old Mission Peninsula offer this combination of privacy, acreage, panoramic views, and private waterfront. Set on 1.6 secluded acres surrounded by mature hardwoods, this home enjoys sweeping sunset views over West Grand Traverse Bay and Power Island while offering 60 feet of coveted private sugar-sand frontage-all just minutes from downtown Traverse City. Sited to take full advantage of its commanding elevation and western exposure, expansive walls of glass invite natural light while framing the ever-changing beauty of the bay. The home was designed not simply to overlook the landscape, but to live within it. The completed main and upper levels have been meticulously reimagined through a comprehensive renovation rooted in quiet, intentional design. A restrained material palette and subtle architectural detailing-including trimless openings and unlacquered brass hardware-create an interior of quiet sophistication that never distracts from the home's extraordinary setting. A spacious new waterside deck extends the living space outdoors. The main-level primary suite enjoys forest and water views and a spa-inspired bath, while the loft offers flexibility for easy conversion into two separate rooms. The walkout lower level, anchored by a striking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, remains unfinished, offering an exceptional opportunity to create additional living space, guest accommodations, a wellness studio, wine cellar, or media room. Below the home, private sugar-sand frontage and a waterfront deck invite swimming, boating, paddleboarding, and unforgettable sunsets on West Grand Traverse Bay. Properties that unite an extraordinary setting with thoughtful architecture are seldom available. This is one of them.
Location
- Street address
- 875 Lost Nations Trl
- County
- Grand Traverse County
- Zip code
- 49686
- Community
- Grand Traverse
- School district
- Traverse City Area Public Schools
- Elevation
- 711 feet
Directions
From downtown Traverse City, take Peninsula Drive north along the water, turn right onto Lost Nations Trail, and follow the private drive to the end of the cul-de-sac where the property sits tucked into the trees on your left.
Property details
- Acreage
- 1.64 acres71,438 sq ft
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- TAAR 1947687
- Posted
Legal description
P/O GOVT LOT 3, SEC 7, T28N-R10W, DESC AS COM AT SE COR SEC 7; TH S 89 DEG W, 577.44 FT ALG S LI SD SEC; TH N 09 DEG W, 466.29 FT; TH N 81 DEG W, 455.00 FT TO POB...TH N 81 DEG W, 455.27 FT; TH N 82 DEG W, 264.02 FT; TH S 18 DEG W, 89.47 FT; TH S 81 DEG E
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
Lot
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Features
- Bluff Site, Level, Metes and Bounds, Sloping, Wooded
Exterior
- Pool
- Deck, Porch
- Features
- Bay View, Gutters
Structure
- Style
- Contemporary, Cottage
- Stories
- 2
- Water
- Private
- Materials
- Frame
- Roof
- Asphalt
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 2
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Reverse Osmosis, Smoke Alarms(s), Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Features
- Cathedral Ceilings, Foyer Entrance, Island Kitchen, Mud Room, Solid Surface Counters, Vaulted Ceilings
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Elementary School | Elementary | Traverse City Area Public Schools |
| Traverse City East Middle School | Middle | Traverse City Area Public Schools |
| Central High School | High | Traverse City Area Public Schools |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 7, 2026 | New listing | $3,000,000 | — | TAAR |

























