Exceptional East Bay waterfront estate with nearly 200 feet of private frontage and panoramic views from nearly every room. Elevated above the bay, this remarkable home combines sophisticated design, exceptional craftsmanship, and effortless four-season living. The custom kitchen features high-end appliances, granite countertops, convection and steam/convection ovens, warming drawer, double refrigerator and two freezer drawers integrated into the island. Multiple wet bars and four fireplaces create an ideal setting for entertaining. A spectacular covered porch overlooking East Bay features a beautiful fireplace and is piped for heaters. The living room showcases dramatic 21-foot windows and expansive water views. An exceptional private office is perched above the water with its own staircase and balcony, creating an almost lighthouse-like experience. Upstairs, three en suite bedrooms, a kitchen area and gathering room provide a private retreat for family or guests. The primary suite features a fireplace, luxurious bath with multiple shower heads and a custom walk-in closet. A large theatre room adds another inviting space for entertaining. Radiant heated floors throughout, custom wood doors, partially heated driveway and heated walkway provide exceptional comfort and easy four-season living. New AC/chiller purchased Summer 2026 and under warranty. Beautifully terraced and landscaped grounds lead to the expansive private beach, with two separate beach entrances. A rare opportunity to own one of East Bay's truly exceptional waterfront estates.
For sale
$7,800,000
10860 Bluff Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
4beds
7,255sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2018
1.14 Acres Lot
$7,276,200 Zestimate®
$1,075/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Elevated above the bayFour fireplacesSophisticated designExceptional craftsmanshipLarge theatre roomCustom wood doorsMultiple wet bars
- 16 days
- 8,761
- 707
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pamela Klumpp Cell:231-709-5882,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City 231-922-2350
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1951713
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Exercise Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 328.02
- Dimensions: 21.3 x 15.4
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 287.56
- Dimensions: 15.8 x 18.2
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 158.12
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 13.4
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 409.19
- Dimensions: 25.4 x 16.11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 446.94
- Dimensions: 23.4 x 19.1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 266.68
- Dimensions: 18.9 x 14.11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 645.12
- Dimensions: 33.6 x 19.2
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant Floor, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Granite Bath Tops, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Den/Study, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet, WiFi
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Blinds
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,255
- Total interior livable area: 7,255 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,175
- Finished area below ground: 2,080
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Concrete Floors, RV Access/Parking, Heated, Concrete, Circular Driveway, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Details: RV Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System, Rain Gutters, Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Water, Bay View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
- Waterfront features: All Sports, Soft Bottom, Sandy Bottom, Great Lake, Lake, Sandy Shoreline
- Body of water: East Bay
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 198
Lot
- Size: 1.14 Acres
- Dimensions: 213 x 244 x 198 x 61 x 154
- Features: Other, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 1100903402
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 2x6 Framing, Frame, Wood Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal/Steel
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,075/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,671,047
- Annual tax amount: $44,010
- Price range: $7.8M - $7.8M
- Date on market: 10/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 17 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$7,276,200
$6.91M - $7.64M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $7,800,000+136.4%$1,075/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1951713 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2023 | Sold | $3,300,000+10%$455/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2020 | Sold | $3,000,000-14.3%$414/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2020 | Pending sale | $3,499,999$482/sqft |
Source: REOZOM REAL ESTATE SERVICES #1873892 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $3,499,999+25%$482/sqft |
Source: REOZOM REAL ESTATE SERVICES #1873892 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2019 | Sold | $2,800,000-3.3%$386/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1860297 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2019 | Pending sale | $2,895,000$399/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Bayshore #1860297 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2019 | Price change | $2,895,000-12.3%$399/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Bayshore #1860297 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $3,300,000-25%$455/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Bayshore #1860297 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2019 | Listing removed | $4,400,000$606/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Bayshore #1855011 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2018 | Listed for sale | $4,400,000+604%$606/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Bayshore #1855011 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2012 | Listing removed | $625,000$86/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt REALTORS #1737558 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2012 | Listed for sale | $625,000-16.1%$86/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt REALTORS #1737558 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2012 | Listing removed | $745,000$103/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX BAYSHORE-LEELANAU #1725282 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2011 | Listed for sale | $745,000+28.4%$103/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Bayshore Properties, Ltd. #1725282 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2006 | Sold | $580,000$80/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $44,010 +5.7% | $2,334,100 +8.8% |
| 2024 | $41,635 +5% | $2,145,800 +38.6% |
| 2023 | $39,653 +7.1% | $1,548,100 +3% |
| 2022 | $37,012 -3.2% | $1,502,700 +8.3% |
| 2021 | $38,216 -11.3% | $1,387,700 -2.8% |
| 2020 | $43,093 | $1,427,500 -9.2% |
| 2019 | $43,093 +50.9% | $1,571,400 +51.6% |
| 2018 | $28,559 | $1,036,500 +30.1% |
| 2017 | -- | $796,500 +40.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $565,900 +111.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $268,000 +23.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $216,900 -19.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $269,900 +0.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $268,200 +1.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $264,600 +1% |
| 2005 | -- | $261,900 +13.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $231,345 +3.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $223,091 +6.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $209,357 +9.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $190,952 +26.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $150,895 |
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Neighborhood: 49686
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Traverse City Area Public Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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