Welcome to 4015 Blue Water Rd, a beautifully renovated waterfront ranch on Traverse City's coveted Old Mission Peninsula. The new owner will enjoy 118 feet of shared frontage on East Grand Traverse Bay. This exceptional property blends classic charm with modern finishes, offering a serene lakeside retreat in an unbeatable location. An open floor plan, main floor master suite, and main floor laundry maximizes direct sight lines to the waterfront views and defines efficient living. Exterior features include an awning covered deck, beautiful front porch with sunrise views, and impeccably maintained lawn. This home is close to so many incredible wineries, schools, places of worship, and amazing restaurants. Come take a look!
Sold for $978,000 on 10/17/25
$978,000
4015 Blue Water Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
2beds
1,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
0.42 Acres Lot
$974,900 Zestimate®
$652/sqft
$1,958 Estimated rent
Home value
$974,900
$868,000 - $1.10M
$1,958/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 27, 2025 at 12:02pm
Listed by:
Barton Ford Cell:231-313-6630,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver 231-922-2350
Bought with:
Robert Brick, 6502134537
REMAX Bayshore - W Bay Shore Dr TC
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1938922
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 20736
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 1417
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 162140
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 20160
- Dimensions: 19 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 21140
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Solid Surface Counters, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet, DSL, WiFi
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Full,Crawl Space,Daylight,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,500
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,500
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete Floors, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Water, Bay View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
- Waterfront features: All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Bluff (greater than 10ft), Great Lake, Lake, Sandy Shoreline
- Body of water: East Bay
- Frontage length: 118
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Dimensions: 123 x 148
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Sloped, Landscaped, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 281166001500
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Dish TV, TV Antenna
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Other
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Not Applicable
- Water conservation: Not Applicable
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park
Location
- Region: Traverse City
- Subdivision: Sunrise Sands
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,1031 Exchange
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Sold | $978,000+8.7%$652/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1938922 | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,900+68.2%$600/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1938922 | ||
| 3/3/2020 | Listing removed | $535,000$357/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #1870137 | ||
| 2/6/2020 | Pending sale | $535,000$357/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #1870137 | ||
| 12/5/2019 | Listed for sale | $535,000$357/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt-402 #1870137 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,603 +5.7% | $415,500 +14.9% |
| 2024 | $6,247 +5% | $361,600 +22.1% |
| 2023 | $5,949 +7.1% | $296,200 +8.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49686
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Eastern Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.1 mi
- 9/10Central High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 9.3 mi
- 8/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Traverse City Area Public Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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