RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a green certified immaculate custom-built home with 160’ of pristine private water frontage coupled with breath taking views of beautiful East Bay and only one and a half miles from the base of Old Mission Peninsula. This home was featured in 2016’s Northern Home and Cottage Tour and Traverse Magazine. Estate includes an inviting 38’ x 16’ heated inground pool and fully appointed guest house that sleeps six. Distinctive characteristics include ceiling beams, custom walnut cabinetry and shelves, walnut wood flooring, custom built in breakfast banquette, Cambria quartz tops, four season sunroom, wine cellar and a beautiful wet bar constructed of mahogany, walnut and maple. This home has met the stringent requirements of the ICC 700-2008 National Green Building Standard and 3-star energy rated. Efficient attributes include 270-watt solar panels, high performance insulation, precast insulated foundation, air source heat pump, along with natural gas, ERV 85-watt ventilation system, low e windows and an induction cooktop. The home is within walking distance to the beautiful hiking trails of Pelizzari Nature Conserve, biking distance to award winning wineries and just steps away from boating, swimming and prime fishing. All of this and only minutes to downtown Traverse City. This is more than just a home; it is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who appreciate quiet serenity.
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
1.09 acresLot Size
$765Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Stacy Schafer• MI Properties North Real Estate Group
RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a green certified immaculate custom-built home with 160 of pristine private water frontage coupled with breath taking views of beautiful East Bay and only one and a half miles from the base of Old Mission Peninsula. This home was featured in 2016s Northern Home and Cottage Tour and Traverse Magazine. Estate includes an inviting 38 x 16 heated inground pool and fully appointed guest house that sleeps six. Distinctive characteristics include ceiling beams, custom walnut cabinetry and shelves, walnut wood flooring, custom built in breakfast banquette, Cambria quartz tops, four season sunroom, wine cellar and a beautiful wet bar constructed of mahogany, walnut and maple. This home has met the stringent requirements of the ICC 700-2008 National Green Building Standard and 3-star energy rated. Efficient attributes include 270-watt solar panels, high performance insulation, precast insulated foundation, air source heat pump, along with natural gas, ERV 85-watt ventilation system, low e windows and an induction cooktop. The home is within walking distance to the beautiful hiking trails of Pelizzari Nature Conserve, biking distance to award winning wineries and just steps away from boating, swimming and prime fishing. All of this and only minutes to downtown Traverse City. This is more than just a home; it is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who appreciate quiet serenity.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,889 (+1.9%)
2024
$18,540 (+5.7%)
2023
$17,539 (+5.0%)
2022
$16,704 (+7.1%)
2021
$15,591 (+1.0%)
2020
$15,434 (−0.5%)
2019
$15,515
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.03 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,538
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,538
Year built
2015
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Grand Traverse County
APN
11-031-004-20
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Traverse City, MI • 49686
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Sun exposure
73/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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4.5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 6885 E Shore Rd
$2,974,652
$375K under list price of $3.35M
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