Charming In-Town Ranch | 1609 E 8th St., Traverse City Welcome to this delightful 1950 ranch-style home nestled in the highly sought-after Foster & Crotser’s Addition. Just minutes from downtown Traverse City, East Bay beaches, parks, schools, shops and restaurants, this cozy gem delivers the ideal balance of comfort, convenience, and neighborhood charm. 2 bedrooms / 1 bathroom on one level—easy living and hardwood floors throughout Bright and inviting: natural light fills the living spaces Detached 2-car garage with opener and gravel driveway Expansive level, wooded lot, perfect for gardening or outdoor gatherings Centrally located near the Civic Center, Eastern Elementary (Great Schools-rated 7/10), and Central High School (8/10) This home is move-in ready with forced-air heating, central air conditioning, and modern amenities blended with vintage character. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for a solid investment property, this in-town treasure can’t be missed.
For sale
$339,000
1609 E 8th St, Traverse City, MI 49686
2beds
700sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$330,800 Zestimate®
$484/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Forced-air heatingExpansive level wooded lotCentral air conditioningGravel driveway
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 12:50pm
Listed by:
Joe Van Antwerp 231-947-8200,
Keller Williams Northern Michi 231-947-8200
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1937063

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: None
Kitchen
- Area: 60
- Dimensions: 6 x 10
Living room
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Other, None, Cable TV, High Speed Internet, WiFi
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 700
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 700
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Alley Access, Concrete Floors, Gravel, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Other
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,276.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 164
- Features: Level, Landscaped, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 51-582-108-00
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Foster and Crotser's add
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $484/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $299,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,398
- Price range: $339K - $339K
- Date on market: 8/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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