For sale

$3,990,000

Est. $23,142/mo —

•

6,554

sq ft

10249 Kay Ray Rd, Williamsburg, MI 49690-9545

About this home

Discover the pinnacle of Northern Michigan living in this stunning waterfront masterpiece. Custom-built by the renowned Whiteford and Associates, this estate harmonizes architectural precision with the serene natural beauty of the East Grand Traverse Bay shoreline. Designed for both grand-scale entertaining and quiet lakeside reflection, every inch of this home exudes quality and craftsmanship. The professional chef-style kitchen is a dream for the culinary enthusiast. Anchored by a massive center island, the space features premium professional grade appliances, including a Wolf double oven and range and a Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer. Whether hosting a summer soiree or preparing a quiet meal, this kitchen offers the perfect blend of high-end quality and coastal elegance. The main level is designed for effortless â€œage-in-placeâ€ luxury, featuring a sprawling primary suite complete with a spa-inspired en-suite and convenient main-floor laundry. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms in total, there is ample space for family and guests to retreat in comfort. The fully finished walk-out basement serves as the ultimate recreational hub. Sharpen your game year-round with the custom golf simulator or step directly outside to enjoy the breeze of the bay. Located above the 3 car heated garage is a well appointed apartment with separate entry for long-term guests, an au pair or a quiet home office. With a dedicated, spacious pole barn you can assure all your â€œtoysâ€-from boats and jet skis to classic cars-are stored securely and ready for your next Northern Michigan adventure. Tucked away on the prestigious Kay Ray Road, this property offers the rare combination of privacy and proximity to the world-class Traverse City Horse Shows, dining and shopping of nearby Traverse City and Elk Rapids. Enjoy mesmerizing sunsets, sandy bottom frontage and the timeless allure of life on the water. Your private waterfront legacy awaits!

Single-familyProperty Type

2013Year Built

1.9 acresLot Size

$609Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Betsy Hill • Five Star Real Estate - Front St TC

•231-778-1200 (broker)

•greg@fivestarleaders.com (broker)

Listed by Chad DeBolt • Five Star Real Estate - Front St TC

•231-778-1200 (broker)

•greg@fivestarleaders.com (broker)

Listing updated: Aug 21, 2026 at 11:09pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MiRealSource-MiMLS #80068927

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$23,142 per month

Principal and interest$20,969

Property taxes

$1,242

HOA dues

Home insurance

$931

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Mill Creek Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.2mi

Cherryland Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi

8/10

Elk Rapids High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

10249 Kay Ray Rd · $3,990,000

Strong offer

$3.9M and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $3.9M+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 52 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Gas fireplace
Security system
Walk-in closet
Window treatments
Den/Study/Library
Entry
Great room
Pantry

Bedrooms
Main level primary bedroom
Additional bedrooms located on upper and lower levels

Bathrooms
Primary bathroom present
Total of 5 baths (4 full bathrooms, 1 lavatory)
2 full baths on main level
2 full baths on upper level
1 full bath on lower level

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Freezer
Microwave
Range/Oven
Refrigerator
Owned water softener

Laundry & utility
Main level laundry room

Flooring
Wood flooring in dining room, kitchen, living room, some bedrooms, and laundry room
Carpet in family room and select bedrooms

Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Radiant heating
Humidifier
Central air conditioning
Electric water heater

Sale and tax history for 10249 Kay Ray Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MiRealSource-MiMLS #80068927

Jul 30, 2026

Price Changed

$3,990,000

$609/sq ft

May 28, 2026

Listed

$4,200,000

$641/sq ft

REALCOMP #78080068927

Jul 30, 2026

Price Changed

$3,990,000

$609/sq ft

May 28, 2026

Listed

$4,200,000

$641/sq ft

+61

Discover the pinnacle of Northern Michigan living in this stunning waterfront masterpiece. Custom-built by the renowned Whiteford and Associates, this estate harmonizes architectural precision with the serene natural beauty of the East Grand Traverse Bay shoreline. Designed for both grand-scale entertaining and quiet lakeside reflection, every inch of this home exudes quality and craftsmanship. The professional chef-style kitchen is a dream for the culinary enthusiast. Anchored by a massive center island, the space features premium professional grade appliances, including a Wolf double oven and range and a Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer. Whether hosting a summer soiree or preparing a quiet meal, this kitchen offers the perfect blend of high-end quality and coastal elegance. The main level is designed for effortless ‚Å“age-in-place‚ luxury, featuring a sprawling primary suite complete with a spa-inspired en-suite and convenient main-floor laundry. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms in total, there is ample space for family and guests to retreat in comfort. The fully finished walk-out basement serves as the ultimate recreational hub. Sharpen your game year-round with the custom golf simulator or step directly outside to enjoy the breeze of the bay. Located above the 3 car heated garage is a well appointed apartment with separate entry for long-term guests, an au pair or a quiet home office. With a dedicated, spacious pole barn you can assure all your ‚Å“toys‚ -from boats and jet skis to classic cars-are stored securely and ready for your next Northern Michigan adventure. Tucked away on the prestigious Kay Ray Road, this property offers the rare combination of privacy and proximity to the world-class Traverse City Horse Shows, dining and shopping of nearby Traverse City and Elk Rapids. Enjoy mesmerizing sunsets, sandy bottom frontage and the timeless allure of life on the water. Your private waterfront legacy awaits!

MiRealSource-MiMLS #1106726

Sep 4, 2012

Sold

$420,000

$64/sq ft

Apr 25, 2012

Listed

$475,000

$72/sq ft

MiRealSource-MiMLS #1102164

Oct 31, 2011

Listing Removed

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Jun 12, 2011

Listed

$499,000

$76/sq ft

Public record

Beds

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Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

2.79 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

4,262

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

4,262

Year built

2013

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Grand Traverse County

APN

01-720-023-00

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on May 15, 2024.

Historical weather

Williamsburg, MI • 49690-9545

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Sun exposure

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Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 12% for 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 10249 Kay Ray Rd

$3,425,817

$564K under list price of $3.99M

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $750K to $2.4M.

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Rental earnings

Est. $3,765 per month, based on comparable rentals

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