Available for seasonal rental through May 31, 2027 Tucked just one mile from the Traverse City Horse Show grounds, this freshly renovated home delivers the perfect blend of classic northern Michigan charm and refined modern comfort. Step inside to solid hickory hardwood floors underfoot and luxurious Italian designer tile in the bathroom -- thoughtful details that make this feel less like a rental and more like your own private getaway. Nestled against a vast, quiet forest, the property offers a rare sense of seclusion and calm, yet you're only a short 15-minute drive from downtown Traverse City and all its amenities. Fully furnished and ready for immediate enjoyment, this home is available for monthly rental during the off-season (September through May). Ideal for temp renters, remote workers, or anyone craving a peaceful, well-appointed base in the heart of horse country. Interested? Please share the following so we can move quickly: - Number of adults and total household size - Credit scores for all adults - Gross monthly household income - Number of pets - Desired move-in date Your quiet forest retreat is waiting.
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Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Type: Crawl-Space
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Ranch
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,160
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: PT SW 1/4 SEC 6 T27N R9W COM S 1/4 CNR; N 1809.28' TO POB; W 1316.85'; N 167.26'; E 1317.15'; S 164.48' TO POB EXC RD R/W
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 580
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 216,493
Municipality Name: ACME TWP
Acres: 4.97
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL IMPROVED
State Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,160
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.97 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Grand Traverse County
APN: 01-002-019-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026
Sale and tax history for 5377 Bates Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TURBOTENANT #3
Aug 23, 2026
Rental Removed
$1,595
$1/sq ft
Aug 14, 2026
Listed for Rent
$1,595
$1/sq ft
TURBOTENANT #1
Mar 28, 2026
Rental Removed
$1,295
$1/sq ft
Mar 10, 2026
Listed for Rent
$1,295
$1/sq ft
Feb 22, 2026
Rental Removed
$1,295
$1/sq ft
Jan 5, 2026
Price Changed
$1,295
$1/sq ft
Nov 26, 2025
Price Changed
$1,550
$1/sq ft
Nov 11, 2025
Price Changed
$1,650
$1/sq ft
Oct 19, 2025
Price Changed
$1,750
$2/sq ft
Aug 18, 2025
Listed for Rent
$1,850
$2/sq ft
Oct 31, 2024
Rental Removed
$1,800
$2/sq ft
Sep 27, 2024
Price Changed
$1,800
$2/sq ft
Sep 9, 2024
Price Changed
$1,850
$2/sq ft
Aug 30, 2024
Listed for Rent
$1,900
$2/sq ft
Aug 26, 2024
Rental Removed
$1,900
$2/sq ft
Aug 24, 2024
Price Changed
$1,900
$2/sq ft
Jul 26, 2024
Listed for Rent
$1,950
$2/sq ft
Aug 8, 2023
Rental Removed
$1,800
$2/sq ft
Aug 6, 2023
Listed for Rent
$1,800
$2/sq ft
APPFOLIO #2
Aug 29, 2023
Rental Removed
$1,850
$2/sq ft
Aug 8, 2023
Listed for Rent
$1,800
$2/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1211671
Jan 18, 2022
Sold
$215,000
$185/sq ft
Jan 18, 2022
Sold
$215,000
$185/sq ft
Dec 10, 2021
Listed
$250,000
$216/sq ft
Dec 10, 2021
Listed
$250,000
$216/sq ft
Location, Location, Location!! This well maintained 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home located in Acme township is a must see. Minutes away from main attractions including Horses by the Bay, Casino and Downtown Traverse City. Large lot with plenty of room to expand.
REALCOMP #78001211671
Jan 18, 2022
Sold
$215,000
$185/sq ft
Dec 10, 2021
Listed
$250,000
$216/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,935 (+2.7%)
2024
$4,806 (+5.2%)
2023
$4,568 (+149.9%)
2022
$1,828 (+3.4%)
2021
$1,768 (+2.2%)
2020
$1,730 (+0.2%)
2019
$1,727
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
7/10
Courtade Elementary School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.3mi
7/10
East Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
7/10
Central High School
Public, 8-12 • Assigned • 7.0mi
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Public facts and zoning for 5377 Bates Rd
Beds
3
Baths
1
Sq. Ft.
1,160
Stories
1
Lot Size
4.97 Acres
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1970
Year Renovated
—
County
Grand Traverse County
APN
01-002-019-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026.
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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, 13 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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