Welcome to a heavenly hobby farm ready for a sustainable life with plenty of space for cows, chickens, goats, and gardens in Traverse City, Michigan. This unique estate is surrounded by lush evergreens & hardwoods and offers the perfect blend of luxury living and equestrian amenities. Step inside this beautifully remodeled lodge-style home and prepare to be amazed. The attention to detail and premium craftsmanship is evident throughout. Within the last six years, the home has undergone a complete transformation, with updates including new flooring, fresh paint, mini split units for AC, a cedar deck, and yellow pine veneer siding that has been recently re-stained and chinked. The exterior features stunning fieldstone accents and an irrigation system to keep the grounds looking pristine. Situated on 7.6 park-like acres, this property is a horse lover's dream and with pastures and stables, your four-legged friends will have plenty of room to roam. You will enjoy the ample storage and work areas within two impressive pole barns, one measuring 40x80 and the other 24x42. The latter boasts a meticulously crafted guest suite made of hand-carved barn wood, exuding rustic charm and attention to detail, and includes an office space providing flexibility for personal or business use. In addition to the equestrian amenities, this estate offers multiple outdoor gathering areas for you to enjoy the serene surroundings. Whether you prefer to relax on the spacious cedar deck or take in the views from the outdoor fire-circle patio, there are endless opportunities to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this pastoral oasis. Located just 7 miles from downtown Traverse City and minutes away from the Shore to Shore Horse Trail, this home offers a private retreat while still being conveniently close to all amenities. Truly a one-of-a-kind property. Click on virtual tour link for an incredibly realistic view of the interior of the main house
Sold for $1,250,000
$1,250,000
626 S Rusch Rd, Traverse City, MI 49696
5beds
2,859sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7.6 Acres Lot
$1,278,100 Zestimate®
$437/sqft
$4,038 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,278,100
$1.15M - $1.42M
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Rustic charmCedar deckPark-like acresFresh paintPastures and stablesOutdoor gathering areasFieldstone accents
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark Hagan 231-929-7985,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver 231-922-2350
Bought with:
Mary Jo Mclane, 6501281564
REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1925841
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 306
- Dimensions: 18 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 1904
- Dimensions: 112 x 17
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 374
- Dimensions: 22 x 17
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard, Propane, Wood
Cooling
- Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Pantry, Sauna, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet, DSL, WiFi
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Crawl Space,Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,859
- Total interior livable area: 2,859 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,039
- Finished area below ground: 820
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Concrete Floors, RV Access/Parking, Asphalt, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: RV Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Main Floor Access, None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System, Balcony, Garden, Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 7.6 Acres
- Dimensions: 530 x 635
- Features: Cleared, Wooded, Evergreens, Level, Sloped, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building(s), Shed(s), Guest House, Workshop, Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 0200101040, 01014
- Zoning description: Residential,Horses Allowed,Outbuildings Allowed
- Other equipment: Dish TV
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Stable(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 2x6 Framing, Frame, Log Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: metes & bounds
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $437/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,071,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,618
- Price range: $1.3M - $1.3M
- Date on market: 7/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 381 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Sold | $1,250,000-16.7%$437/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1925841 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2025 | Price change | $1,500,000+88.7%$525/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1925841 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Price change | $795,000-47%$278/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1936042 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2024 | Price change | $1,500,000-16.6%$525/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1925841 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000+33.3%$629/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1925841 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Realcomp II #78001210558 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2023 | Price change | $1,350,000-6.9%$472/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1893882 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2022 | Price change | $1,450,000-8.8%$507/sqft |
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| 6/1/2022 | Price change | $1,590,000-5.9%$556/sqft |
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| 10/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,690,000+514.5%$591/sqft |
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| 11/27/2013 | Sold | $275,000$96/sqft |
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| 4/25/2013 | Listing removed | $275,000$96/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt REALTORS #1742646 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2013 | Pending sale | $275,000$96/sqft |
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| 3/7/2013 | Listed for sale | $275,000-14.8%$96/sqft |
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| 6/14/2009 | Listing removed | $322,900$113/sqft |
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| 10/12/2008 | Price change | $322,900-5%$113/sqft |
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| 3/8/2008 | Listed for sale | $339,900$119/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,618 +5.7% | $535,900 +167.1% |
| 2024 | $3,424 +5% | $200,600 +8.7% |
| 2023 | $3,261 +6.6% | $184,600 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $3,060 +0.8% | $164,100 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $3,036 -0.5% | $150,300 +5% |
| 2020 | $3,052 | $143,100 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $3,052 +1.9% | $136,800 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $2,994 | $121,000 +4.2% |
| 2017 | -- | $116,100 +2.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $113,000 +9.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $102,800 +37.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $74,597 -2% |
| 2011 | -- | $76,081 -35.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $118,318 +1.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $117,061 -7.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $126,453 +21.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $104,124 +14% |
| 2005 | -- | $91,371 +3.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $87,975 +7% |
| 2003 | -- | $82,253 +29.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $63,504 +4.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $60,821 +1.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $60,036 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49696
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cherry Knoll Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10Central High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 6.2 mi
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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