For sale

$525,000

Est. $3,240/mo —

•

2,568

sq ft

5885 Cedar Valley Rd, Traverse City, MI 49684

About this home

Charming log cabin retreat nestled on nearly 15 acres just 7 miles from downtown Traverse City! This inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath home with a cozy loft offers the perfect blend of rustic character and peaceful country living. Surrounded by natural beauty and backing directly to state land, this property provides unmatched privacy and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation right out your back door. The estate is well-equipped for hobby farming or storage needs, featuring a 32x24 barn with cement floors, two 10-foot lean-to additions, and two additional sheds. A full basement currently serves as a workshop, offering even more functional space for projects or storage. Zoned to allow for a small farmâ€”including horsesâ€”as well as rental opportunities, this versatile property is ideal as a year-round residence, vacation getaway, or investment. Enjoy the tranquility of acreage living while remaining just minutes from all that Traverse City has to offer.

Single-familyProperty Type

1947Year Built

14.49 acresLot Size

$204Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Emily Wenger • Bellabay Realty

•616-871-9200 (broker)

•kellyjidema.homes@gmail.com (broker)

Listing updated: Jul 30, 2026 at 01:03pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MiRealSource-MiMLS #80070202

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$3,240 per month

Principal and interest$2,759

Property taxes

$310

HOA dues

Home insurance

$171

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Westwoods Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi

8/10

West Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.1mi

8/10

West Senior High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

5885 Cedar Valley Rd · $525,000

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$525K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $525K+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Gas fireplace
Cathedral/vaulted ceiling
Loft
Workshop

Bedrooms
Main-level primary bedroom (13 x 13) with wood flooring
Main-level second bedroom (9 x 10) with carpet
Main-level third bedroom (approx. 15' wide) with carpet
First-floor bedroom

Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the main level

Kitchen
Kitchen on the main level (9 x 10) with wood flooring
Range/oven
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry room on the lower level

Flooring
Wood flooring in living, dining and kitchen areas
Wood flooring in primary bedroom
Carpet in two bedrooms

Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Natural gas fuel

Sale and tax history for 5885 Cedar Valley Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MiRealSource-MiMLS #80070202

Jul 28, 2026

Price Changed

$525,000

$204/sq ft

Jun 25, 2026

Listed

$539,000

$210/sq ft

REALCOMP #78080070202

Jul 27, 2026

Price Changed

$525,000

$204/sq ft

Jun 25, 2026

Listed

$539,000

$210/sq ft

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Charming log cabin retreat nestled on nearly 15 acres just 7 miles from downtown Traverse City! This inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath home with a cozy loft offers the perfect blend of rustic character and peaceful country living. Surrounded by natural beauty and backing directly to state land, this property provides unmatched privacy and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation right out your back door. The estate is well-equipped for hobby farming or storage needs, featuring a 32x24 barn with cement floors, two 10-foot lean-to additions, and two additional sheds. A full basement currently serves as a workshop, offering even more functional space for projects or storage. Zoned to allow for a small farm-including horses-as well as rental opportunities, this versatile property is ideal as a year-round residence, vacation getaway, or investment. Enjoy the tranquility of acreage living while remaining just minutes from all that Traverse City has to offer.

Public record

Beds

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Baths

Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

14.49 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,567

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,567

Year built

1947

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Grand Traverse County

APN

08-006-011-01

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° 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

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Historical weather

Traverse City, MI • 49684

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Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Redfin Estimate for 5885 Cedar Valley Rd

$507,606

$17K under list price of $525K

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Rental earnings

Est. $1,987 per month, based on comparable rentals

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