Tucked into a wooded . 94-acre lot in scenic Elmwood Township, this 5BR/2.5BA ranch-style home offers space, privacy, and exceptional flexibility—all just a short drive from downtown Traverse City. With approximately 1,600 square feet of total finished living space and a detached 2-car garage that includes an office, there’s plenty of room to settle in and stretch out. Zoned R2 (Residential – Two Families), this property has already proven its potential. The lower level has operated as a successful Airbnb, while the main level has been rented long-term. The Airbnb is fully furnished and ready to rent. Whether you’re planning to live on one floor and rent the other, build or expand your investment portfolio, or simply enjoy a flexible layout, this home offers outstanding options. Nature lovers will appreciate the backyard path to the Leelanau Trail—head north for a ride to Suttons Bay, or go south for a quick trip into Traverse City. Plus, downtown TC is just minutes away.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.94 acresLot Size
$250Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Robert Brick• REMAX Bayshore - West Shore Dr TC
•231-941-4500 (broker)
•hello@brickcorbett.com (broker)
Listed by • REMAX Bayshore - West Shore Dr TC
•231-941-4500 (broker)
•hello@brickcorbett.com (broker)
Bought with Kyle O'Grady• REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
Tucked into a wooded . 94-acre lot in scenic Elmwood Township, this 5BR/2.5BA ranch-style home offers space, privacy, and exceptional flexibility—all just a short drive from downtown Traverse City. With approximately 1,600 square feet of total finished living space and a detached 2-car garage that includes an office, there’s plenty of room to settle in and stretch out. Zoned R2 (Residential – Two Families), this property has already proven its potential. The lower level has operated as a successful Airbnb, while the main level has been rented long-term. The Airbnb is fully furnished and ready to rent. Whether you’re planning to live on one floor and rent the other, build or expand your investment portfolio, or simply enjoy a flexible layout, this home offers outstanding options. Nature lovers will appreciate the backyard path to the Leelanau Trail—head north for a ride to Suttons Bay, or go south for a quick trip into Traverse City. Plus, downtown TC is just minutes away.
REALCOMP #78080057058
Jun 30, 2025
Sold
$420,000
$250/sq ft
Jun 12, 2025
Contingent
—
May 14, 2025
Listed
$420,000
$250/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 24, 2015
Sold
$85,299
$51/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1146226
Mar 3, 2015
Sold
$85,000
$51/sq ft
Dec 14, 2014
Listed
$83,900
$50/sq ft
REALCOMP #78001146226
Mar 3, 2015
Sold
$85,000
$51/sq ft
Dec 14, 2014
Listed
$83,900
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$465 (−83.6%)
2024
$2,831 (−9.0%)
2023
$3,113 (+4.9%)
2022
$2,967 (+4.2%)
2021
$2,847 (+1.0%)
2020
$2,819 (+2.4%)
2019
$2,752
Tax history for 9869 E Cherry Bend Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$465 (−83.6%)
2024
$2,831 (−9.0%)
2023
$3,113 (+4.9%)
2022
$2,967 (+4.2%)
2021
$2,847 (+1.0%)
2020
$2,819 (+2.4%)
2019
$2,752
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.15 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Leelanau County
APN
004-028-088-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Feb 2, 2024 • Final
Residential building
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Gar Door Opener, Detached Garage
Parking: Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
First Floor Bedroom
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 1 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 4 Level: Lower
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Main): 1
# of Bathrooms (Lower): 1
# of Lavatories: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 3
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: Main
Dining Room Level: Main
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: Main
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement Type: Partially Finished, Walk Out, Egress/Daylight Windows, Finished, Full
Laundry Room Level: Lower
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Aluminum, Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Deck, Porch
Property Features
Water Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 Story
Year Built: 1973
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 500
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 268
Lot Information
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Cleared, Wooded
Lot Size: 10,021,820,148,316,362
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Acreage: 0.94
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Total Tax Amount: $3,289.69
Summer Tax Year: 2024
Summer Tax Amount: $2,831.39
Winter Tax Year: 2024
Winter Tax Amount: $458.30
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Water: Private Well
Heating System: Hot Water
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1949
School Information
School District: Traverse City Area Public School
School District: Traverse City Area Public School
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: M22 North of Traverse City to West on Cherry Bend Rd to home on Right just past Lincoln Rd.
Municipality: Elmwood Twp
Mail City: Traverse City
Subdivision: Metes & Bounds
Municipality: Elmwood Twp
Area (Municipality): Elmwood Twp (45004)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.15 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Leelanau County
APN: 004-028-088-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Aspire North REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Willow Hill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
West Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
8/10
West Senior High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.0mi
8/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Traverse City, MI • 49684
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
26
15
31
17
42
27
55
34
63
43
76
57
81
63
76
59
71
54
63
45
45
35
32
23
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 2.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.