Live connected to everything Traverse City has to offer while enjoying a surprisingly private setting of your own. This charming 2-bedroom home sits on a large, wooded corner lot just a block from East Bay Park Beach, with the TART Trail directly across the road and expanding trail connections creating even easier access toward East Bay Town Center, Boardman Lake and downtown Traverse City. -------------- Bike to the beach, head out for a morning walk, connect to miles of area trails or ride into town for shopping, dining and entertainment. Boardman Lake is just a few blocks away, and the new trail connections make this location even more appealing for anyone who wants to enjoy Traverse City without always getting in the car. -------------------- Inside, the home offers easy one-level living with a comfortable floor plan and a spacious mudroom/laundry area. Multiple decks extend the living space outdoors, while the wooded yard provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden or simply enjoy some privacy. ------------- There's also a large covered carport plus a 20-foot storage container/shed with plenty of space for bikes, kayaks, lawn equipment and recreational gear. ----- Year-round home, Northern Michigan getaway or an easy Traverse City retreat—this is a unique combination of a large private lot and outstanding access to the places and activities that make Traverse City such a great place to live. ------ * * * Broker is related to the sellers. * * *
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$375Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kenneth Weaver• Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC
Live connected to everything Traverse City has to offer while enjoying a surprisingly private setting of your own. This charming 2-bedroom home sits on a large, wooded corner lot just a block from East Bay Park Beach, with the TART Trail directly across the road and expanding trail connections creating even easier access toward East Bay Town Center, Boardman Lake and downtown Traverse City. -------------- Bike to the beach, head out for a morning walk, connect to miles of area trails or ride into town for shopping, dining and entertainment. Boardman Lake is just a few blocks away, and the new trail connections make this location even more appealing for anyone who wants to enjoy Traverse City without always getting in the car. -------------------- Inside, the home offers easy one-level living with a comfortable floor plan and a spacious mudroom/laundry area. Multiple decks extend the living space outdoors, while the wooded yard provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden or simply enjoy some privacy. ------------- There's also a large covered carport plus a 20-foot storage container/shed with plenty of space for bikes, kayaks, lawn equipment and recreational gear. ----- Year-round home, Northern Michigan getaway or an easy Traverse City retreat-this is a unique combination of a large private lot and outstanding access to the places and activities that make Traverse City such a great place to live. ------ * * * Broker is related to the sellers. * * *
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80073631
Oct 1, 2026
Listing Removed
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Sep 17, 2026
Listed
$279,800
$389/sq ft
REALCOMP #78080073631
Oct 1, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Sep 17, 2026
Listed
$279,800
$389/sq ft
REALCOMP #78080072422
Sep 17, 2026
Listing Removed
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Aug 22, 2026
Price Changed
$285,000
$396/sq ft
Aug 16, 2026
Listed
$300,000
$417/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80072422
Sep 17, 2026
Listing Removed
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Aug 22, 2026
Price Changed
$285,000
$396/sq ft
Aug 16, 2026
Listed
$300,000
$417/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #80011292
Mar 20, 2024
Sold
$234,900
$326/sq ft
Mar 10, 2024
Pending
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Feb 9, 2024
Contingent
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Feb 5, 2024
Price Changed
$239,900
$333/sq ft
Jan 19, 2024
Price Changed
$245,000
$340/sq ft
Oct 24, 2023
Relisted
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Sep 20, 2023
Contingent
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Sep 18, 2023
Listed
$250,000
$347/sq ft
Sep 18, 2023
Listed
$239,900
$333/sq ft
REALCOMP #78080011292
Mar 20, 2024
Sold
$234,900
$326/sq ft
Mar 10, 2024
Pending
—
Feb 9, 2024
Contingent
—
Feb 5, 2024
Price Changed
$239,900
$333/sq ft
Jan 18, 2024
Price Changed
$245,000
$340/sq ft
Oct 24, 2023
Relisted
—
Sep 20, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 18, 2023
Listed
$250,000
$347/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 27, 1992
Sold
$39,500
$55/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,406 (+190.7%)
2024
$828 (−36.6%)
2023
$1,306 (+5.0%)
2022
$1,244 (+3.5%)
2021
$1,202 (+1.6%)
2020
$1,183 (+0.5%)
2019
$1,177
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
720
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
720
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Grand Traverse County
APN
03-570-019-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
Mar 20, 2025 • Final
East bay land use permit - accessory structure
Place a storage building on the lot.
ADU
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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 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Traverse City, MI • 49686
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Traverse City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.3 hrs
5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 885 Parsons Rd
$269,761
$239 under list price of $270K
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