Skip main navigation
Off market
  • $529,000

    13497 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686

    2beds
    1,040sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $529,000 Zestimate®
    $509/sqft
    $1,767 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $529,000

    $434,000 - $640,000

    $1,767/mo

    Zestimate® history
    Loading
    Loading...

    Owner options

    List your home for rent

    $1,767/mo

    Rent Zestimate®

    Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.

    Learn more

    $1,767/mo

    Rent Zestimate®

    Refinance and save

    $3,336/mo

    Est. payment

    Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.

    See today's rates

    $3,336/mo

    Est. payment

    Explore your selling options

    Work with a Zillow partner agent

    Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.

    Get started

    List with your own agent

    Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.

    Learn how to do it

    Sell it yourself

    Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).

    List your home

    What's special

    Nestled on beautiful Old Mission Peninsula, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Sears, Roebuck & Co. Catalog Home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a piece of American history. Built with the timeless craftsmanship these iconic mail-order homes are known for, this property blends historic character with peaceful country living just minutes from Traverse City. Set among mature trees with scenic countryside views, the home offers 1,040 square feet of living space featuring hardwood floors, original architectural details, a spacious living room and dining room, a functional kitchen, a dedicated laundry room with washer and dryer, and a large upstairs loft that serves as the second bedroom while also providing flexible space for a home office or additional living area. Step outside onto the rear deck to enjoy the peaceful country setting, abundant wildlife, and surrounding countryside. Conveniently located just minutes from East Bay, award-winning wineries, farm markets, and downtown Traverse City, this home offers the perfect balance of country living and city convenience. Upcoming Improvements: Landscaping work, cleanup and trimming, bathroom shower repair/clean up, deck repair, and a dehumidifier will be installed in the basement. Views only, no acreage. No pets allowed at this time. Tenant pays all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. All occupants age 18+ must submit an application ($65 application fee per person). Minimum qualifications include income of at least 3x the monthly rent, a credit score of 680 or higher, satisfactory rental history, and a successful background screening. No evictions or bankruptcies within the last 7 years. Applications must be fully completed before processing. Approved applicants must sign the lease within 48 hours. Residents are enrolled in the Tenant Benefit Package for $29/month. A one-time $150 holding fee is due upon application approval. A security deposit equal to 1.5 times the monthly rent is due at lease signing, and the first month's rent must be received at least 5 business days prior to move-in.

    This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's on other websites or public sources.

    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Electric
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioner
    Appliances
    • Included: Refrigerator, dryer, washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Water Softener
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1112801100
    • Other equipment: Dehumidifier

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Deposit fee: $2,700
    Location
    • Region: Traverse City

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $509/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $423,200
    • Annual tax amount: $3,802
    • Date on market: 8/5/2026
    • Date available: 08/01/2026
    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/20/2026Listing removed$1,800$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    7/28/2026Price change$1,800-10%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    7/4/2026Listed for rent$2,000$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,802 +1.7%$211,600 +6%
    2024$3,740 -2.3%$199,700 +24%
    2023$3,827 +6.4%$161,000 +7.3%
    2022$3,595 +35.1%$150,000 -2.7%
    2021$2,661 -0.5%$154,200 +17.4%
    2020$2,675 $131,300 +2.1%
    2019$2,675 +1.9%$128,600 +2.1%
    2018$2,625 $125,900 +7.2%
    2017-- $117,400 -1.5%
    2016-- $119,200 +4.6%
    2014-- $114,000 +0.4%
    2012-- $113,500 -9.8%
    2011-- $125,900 -15.6%
    2009-- $149,100 +0.4%
    2008-- $148,500 +6.5%
    2007-- $139,500 +11.5%
    2005-- $125,100 +1.3%
    2004-- $123,502 +2.5%
    2003-- $120,462 +6.6%
    2002-- $113,046 +10.5%
    2001-- $102,321 +14.6%
    2000-- $89,295
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 49686

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Sell for more on Zillow
    Get a Zillow Showcase℠ listing at no additional cost and you could sell for .
    $529,000
    2% more
    +$10,580
    With Zillow Showcase(estimated)
    $539,580
    Sell for more on Zillow
    Get a Zillow Showcase℠ listing at no additional cost and you could sell for .
    $529,000
    2% more
    +$10,580
    With Zillow Showcase(estimated)
    $539,580