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  • $5,549,000

    3888 Swaney Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686

    6beds
    12,374sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2005
    48.53 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $448/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Indoor arenaLiving quartersOld mission peninsulaTheatre roomMature vineyardPristine beachesFenced pastures
    Nestled on the coveted Old Mission Peninsula, this majestic equestrian estate offers breathtaking, panoramic views of East Bay. Just a short distance from one of Michigan's most pristine beaches, this one-of-a-kind property combines luxury, functionality and natural beauty. The home is replete with distinctive, custom amenities, beginning with rich African Teak wood flooring, heated marble floors and custom moldings throughout. Fireplaces grace each level of spacious living rooms adding warmth and charm. The gourmet kitchen, complete with large walk-in pantry, a cozy eat-in nook and attached family room serves as the heart of the home. The adjacent dining room sets the stage for elegant entertaining. This estate offers an abundance of spaces for work, leisure and relaxation. The luxurious primary suite boasts a private sitting area, dual vanities, soaking tub, a spacious walk-in closet, laundry area and a private wrap around balcony overlooking the bay. Perfect for sun and moonrises over the water. The expansive walkout lower floor offers additional living and recreational spaces ideal for hosting gatherings as the doors open to patios and a level backyard lawn. Also included on this level are the theatre room, sauna, large marble steam room, billiards room/bar area, additional office space, indoor sports court, laundry and a large bonus room. Set amid a mature vineyard and apple orchard. This estate is designed for equestrian enthusiasts with a 21 stall barn equipped with living quarters and indoor arena. 3 Ramm-fenced paddocks with run-ins and an additional seven large paddocks. A separate 3 stall stable with fenced pastures is in the northeast corner of the property and provides additional space for horses. Includes a market stand and 3 custom made chicken coops. The versatile potential for horse training, boarding and winemaking makes this a rare to find estate and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in a highly sought after location.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 23, 2025 at 09:19am

    Listed by:

    Blake Burns 561-441-9020,

    Five Star Real Estate - Front St TC 231-778-1200

    Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1938310MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 7
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Dining Room, Great Room, Exercise Room, Game Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 588
      • Dimensions: 29.4 x 20
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 218.23
      • Dimensions: 13.9 x 15.7
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 218.4
      • Dimensions: 14 x 15.6
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 248.06
      • Dimensions: 15.8 x 15.7
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Private
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 300.9
      • Dimensions: 17.7 x 17
      Family room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 380.8
      • Dimensions: 22.4 x 17
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 652.8
      • Dimensions: 38.4 x 17
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 484
      • Dimensions: 22 x 22
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Propane, Fireplace(s)
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Water Purifier, Propane Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Breakfast Nook, Sauna, Granite Bath Tops, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Den/Study, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet
      • Flooring: Wood, Other, Tile, Carpet
      • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Finished Rooms,Egress Windows
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 12,374
      • Total interior livable area: 12,374 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 6,728
      • Finished area below ground: 5,646
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete Floors, Asphalt, Concrete, Gravel, Circular Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Covered, Porch
      • Exterior features: Sprinkler System, Balcony, Sidewalk
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Bay, Countryside View
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Bay
      • Waterfront features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 48.53 Acres
      • Dimensions: 1660 x 2195 x 1205 x 1356
      • Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Existing Vineyard, Cleared, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s), Stable(s)
      • Parcel number: 1123400101
      • Zoning description: Agricultural,Conservation Easement,Horses Allowed,Building-Use Restrictions,Outbuildings Allowed
      • Other equipment: Dish TV
      • Horses can be raised: Yes
      • Horse amenities: Stable(s)

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Craftsman
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, 2x6 Framing, Frame, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Poured Concrete
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2005

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Private Sewer
      • Water: Private

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Subdivision: metes and bounds
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Traverse City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $448/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $4,804,400
      • Annual tax amount: $109,324
      • Price range: $5.5M - $5.5M
      • Date on market: 9/5/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 218 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
      • Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
      • Ownership type: Private Owner
      • Road surface type: Asphalt
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        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $5,613/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        9/5/2025Listed for sale$5,549,000+98.2%$448/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1938310 Report a problem
        12/7/2023Sold$2,800,000-3.4%$226/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1913179 Report a problem
        8/24/2023Price change$2,900,000-1.7%$234/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1913179 Report a problem
        8/8/2023Price change$2,950,000+47.5%$238/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1913179 Report a problem
        7/10/2023Price change$2,000,000-33.3%$162/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #78080008647 Report a problem
        7/10/2023Price change$3,000,000+50%$242/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #78080008646 Report a problem
        7/10/2023Price change$2,000,000-33.3%$162/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1913180 Report a problem
        7/10/2023Price change$3,000,000+26.3%$242/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1913179 Report a problem
        6/15/2023Price change$2,375,000-26.9%$192/sqft
        Source: Realcomp II #78080005365 Report a problem
        6/15/2023Price change$3,250,000+36.8%$263/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1909496 Report a problem
        6/15/2023Price change$2,375,000-4%$192/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1909883 Report a problem
        6/2/2023Price change$2,475,000-1%$200/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1909883 Report a problem
        5/17/2023Price change$2,500,000-12.3%$202/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1909883 Report a problem
        5/3/2023Price change$2,850,000-3.4%$230/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1909883 Report a problem
        4/14/2023Price change$2,950,000-10.6%$238/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1909883 Report a problem
        1/30/2023Price change$3,299,500-3%$267/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1907246 Report a problem
        12/15/2022Price change$3,400,000-1.4%$275/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1907246 Report a problem
        12/2/2022Price change$3,450,000-1.4%$279/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1904446 Report a problem
        9/1/2022Price change$3,500,000-7.9%$283/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1904446 Report a problem
        6/17/2022Price change$3,800,000-2.6%$307/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1899142 Report a problem
        5/2/2022Listed for sale$3,900,000$315/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1899142 Report a problem
        5/2/2022Listing removed$3,900,000$315/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1884584 Report a problem
        8/4/2021Price change$3,900,000+11.4%$315/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1884584 Report a problem
        3/2/2021Listed for sale$3,500,000+7.7%$283/sqft
        Source: NGLRMLS #1884584 Report a problem
        8/31/2020Listing removed$3,250,000$263/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt-522 #1862523 Report a problem
        3/12/2020Listed for sale$3,250,000+62.5%$263/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #1862523 Report a problem
        10/22/2013Sold$2,000,000+56.7%$162/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        4/6/2011Sold$1,276,712$103/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$109,324 +221.4%$2,402,200 +1.1%
        2024$34,012 +5%$2,375,200 +20.6%
        2023$32,392 +7.1%$1,970,200 +14.6%
        2022$30,235 -0.3%$1,719,200 +0.2%
        2021$30,320 -0.5%$1,715,200 -1.3%
        2020$30,477 $1,738,500 -0.6%
        2019$30,477 +3.2%$1,749,300 -2.6%
        2018$29,521 $1,796,900 -5.1%
        2017-- $1,894,300 +14.5%
        2016-- $1,653,700 +1.3%
        2014-- $1,633,100 -17.3%
        2012-- $1,974,300 +4.4%
        2011-- $1,891,400 +7%
        2010-- $1,767,000 -6.1%
        2009-- $1,881,100 +10.9%
        2008-- $1,696,000 +30.7%
        2007-- $1,297,900 +922.8%
        2005-- $126,900 +2.1%
        2004-- $124,307 -52%
        2003-- $259,025

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        Monthly payment

        Est. payment
        $31,041/mo
        Principal & interest
        $27573
        Property taxes
        $3468
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 49686

          Getting around

          7 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          19 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          • 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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