For sale

$1,500,000

11568 Bluff Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686

3beds

1,560sqft

$9,803/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1969

0.3 Acres Lot

$1,425,600 Zestimate^®

$962/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Private settingWater heaterRenovated bathroomsWaterfront ranchNew furnaceInviting single-level layoutBeautiful water views

Imagine starting your morning with coffee overlooking the sparkling waters of East Bay, then spending the afternoon on the water just steps from your door. Located along the shores of Old Mission, this waterfront ranch offers 100 feet of private frontage and beautiful water views. Inside, the inviting single-level layout features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a spacious great room with a fireplace, and an island kitchen designed for gathering. Recent updates include renovated bathrooms, three mini-split A/C units, a new furnace, water heater, and generator for added comfort and peace of mind. With its private setting, classic Northern Michigan charm, and direct access to East Bay, this is an opportunity to embrace the waterfront lifestyle you've been dreaming of.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
3/4 bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Rooms

Room types: Great Room

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 201.49
Dimensions: 13.58 x 14.83

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 150.1
Dimensions: 13.75 x 10.92

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 85.75
Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.17

Primary bathroom

Features: Private

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 285
Dimensions: 23.75 x 12

Family room

Level: Main
Area: 596.94
Dimensions: 23.33 x 25.58

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 176.58
Dimensions: 13 x 13.58

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 275.65
Dimensions: 18.58 x 14.83

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)

Cooling

Electric

Appliances

Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV
Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods
Basement: Crawl Space,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished Rooms,Egress Windows,Bath/Stubbed,Interior Entry
Has fireplace: Yes

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,560
Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,560
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Carport, Asphalt
Garage spaces: 2
Has carport: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Exterior features: Sprinkler System, Other, Rain Gutters, Dock
Has view: Yes
View description: Water
Water view: Water
Waterfront features: All Sports, Rocky Shoreline, Great Lake, Stony Bottom, Sandy Shoreline
Body of water: East Bay
Frontage type: Waterfront
Frontage length: 100

Lot

Size: 0.3 Acres
Dimensions: 183 x 138 x 100 x 90
Features: Other

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 281168500100
Zoning description: Residential

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame, Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Block, Other
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1969

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Private

Community & HOA

Community

Features: None
Subdivision: Willow Point

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Traverse City

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $962/sqft
Tax assessed value: $311,798
Annual tax amount: $13,422
Price range: $1.5M - $1.5M
Date on market: 10/17/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,Other
Ownership type: Private Owner
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

$1,425,600

$1.35M - $1.50M

$3,011/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/17/2026	Listed for sale	$1,500,000+213.2%$962/sqft
Source: NGLRMLS #1951711 Report a problem
9/4/2012	Sold	$479,000$307/sqft
Source: NGLRMLS #1739264 Report a problem
7/1/2012	Listed for sale	$479,000+0.8%$307/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt REALTORS #1725862 Report a problem
2/1/2012	Listing removed	$475,000$304/sqft
Source: Reachoo LLC Report a problem
7/4/2011	Price change	$475,000-8.6%$304/sqft
Source: Schmidt, Realtors #1725862 Report a problem
4/29/2011	Listed for sale	$519,900+30%$333/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt REALTORS #1725862 Report a problem
12/22/2006	Sold	$400,000$256/sqft
Source: NGLRMLS #1670259 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$13,422 +5.4%	$581,000 +12.8%
2024	$12,731 +5%	$515,200 +45.5%
2023	$12,125 +6%	$354,100 +1.5%
2022	$11,438 +1.2%	$348,800 +17.1%
2021	$11,305 +0.4%	$297,900 +1%
2020	$11,256	$295,000 +17.8%
2019	$11,256 +2.1%	$250,400 +3.5%
2018	$11,024	$242,000 -2.9%
2017	--	$249,100 +2.3%
2016	--	$243,400 -5%
2014	--	$256,300 +20.6%
2012	--	$212,600 +9%
2011	--	$195,100 -5.4%
2010	--	$206,300 -13.1%
2009	--	$237,300 -9.7%
2008	--	$262,800 +2%
2007	--	$257,700 +10.8%
2005	--	$232,600 +2.4%
2004	--	$227,186 +3.5%
2003	--	$219,503 +6.6%
2002	--	$205,990 +1.5%
2001	--	$202,888 +20.5%
2000	--	$168,437