Escape to this quiet, serene Tonawanda Lakefront retreat, tucked into the beautiful Northern Michigan countryside just west of Traverse City. Offering the perfect blend of peaceful seclusion and vibrant local living, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a 2-stall garage and striking vaulted ceilings that beautifully frame your rolling, nature-filled surroundings. From your own private dock, you can launch a morning kayak ride across the glass-like water, or drive just minutes to experience two adjacent, high-energy all-sports lakes. Beyond your immediate waterfront, you are perfectly positioned to enjoy the very best of the entire region. The peaceful, wooded countryside serves as a quiet sanctuary for watching wildlife and enjoying starry night skies, yet you remain just minutes from downtown Traverse City's world-class dining, local boutiques, and renowned wineries. Best of all, the majestic sugar-sand beaches, towering dunes, and iconic freshwater sunsets of Lake Michigan are just a short drive away. Whether you are seeking a peaceful seasonal cottage or a year-round residence, this property is your ultimate gateway to an unforgettable Up North lifestyle.
Escape to this quiet, serene Tonawanda Lakefront retreat, tucked into the beautiful Northern Michigan countryside just west of Traverse City. Offering the perfect blend of peaceful seclusion and vibrant local living, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a 2-stall garage and striking vaulted ceilings that beautifully frame your rolling, nature-filled surroundings. From your own private dock, you can launch a morning kayak ride across the glass-like water, or drive just minutes to experience two adjacent, high-energy all-sports lakes. Beyond your immediate waterfront, you are perfectly positioned to enjoy the very best of the entire region. The peaceful, wooded countryside serves as a quiet sanctuary for watching wildlife and enjoying starry night skies, yet you remain just minutes from downtown Traverse City's world-class dining, local boutiques, and renowned wineries.
REALCOMP #65026042101
Sep 21, 2026
Price Changed
$429,900
$276/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Listed
$444,900
$286/sq ft
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Escape to this quiet, serene Tonawanda Lakefront retreat, tucked into the beautiful Northern Michigan countryside just west of Traverse City. Offering the perfect blend of peaceful seclusion and vibrant local living, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a 2-stall garage and striking vaulted ceilings that beautifully frame your rolling, nature-filled surroundings. From your own private dock, you can launch a morning kayak ride across the glass-like water, or drive just minutes to experience two adjacent, high-energy all-sports lakes. Beyond your immediate waterfront, you are perfectly positioned to enjoy the very best of the entire region. The peaceful, wooded countryside serves as a quiet sanctuary for watching wildlife and enjoying starry night skies, yet you remain just minutes from downtown Traverse City's world-class dining, local boutiques, and renowned wineries. Best of all, the majestic sugar-sand beaches, towering dunes, and iconic freshwater sunsets of Lake Michigan are just a short drive away. Whether you are seeking a peaceful seasonal cottage or a year-round residence, this property is your ultimate gateway to an unforgettable Up North lifestyle.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1085814
Oct 1, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jan 6, 2009
Listed
$191,500
$123/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1079701
Nov 30, 2008
Listing Removed
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Mar 10, 2008
Listed
$204,500
$132/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1078964
Mar 12, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jan 24, 2008
Listed
$219,000
$141/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1074488
Jan 2, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jul 2, 2007
Listed
$232,500
$150/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,596 (+2.2%)
2024
$2,539 (+5.3%)
2023
$2,411 (+5.0%)
2022
$2,296 (+2.7%)
2021
$2,236 (+0.7%)
2020
$2,221 (+1.7%)
2019
$2,184
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,490
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,490
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Grand Traverse County
APN
07-750-004-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Grawn, MI • 49637
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.5 hrs
2.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 2591 Tonawanda Rd
$418,966
$11K under list price of $430K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $384K to $409K.