Mid-Century Charm in Traverse City’s Beloved “Triangle' neighborhood. Acutely tucked into this geometric block, and in Traverse City’s most coveted elementary school district, Eastern Elementary, this refreshed two-bedroom, one-bath home captures the effortless cool of mid-century design with the comfort of modern living. Outside, the home sits back on its lot, revealing a surprisingly expansive front yard, an open-air extension, with mature oaks, perfect for summer picnics, morning yoga, or simply soaking in the golden Northern Michigan light. Within walking distance or short ride, you can be at the beach, exploring downtown, catching a flight, or enjoying the Civic Center and Northwestern Michigan College. Ideal as a primary home, investment, or weekend retreat. Updates include, new floors (10/25), a fresh coat of paint on interior walls and trim throughout (9/25), new membrane roof (10/25), new furnace (10/25), new heat pump (10/23).
For sale
Price cut: $12K (11/13)
$360,000
438 Davis St, Traverse City, MI 49686
2beds
983sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
7,840.8 Square Feet Lot
$352,000 Zestimate®
$366/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mid-century designModern livingMature oaksExpansive front yardNew membrane roofNew heat pumpNew floors
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 20, 2025 at 05:46am
Listed by:
Patrick Lund Home:231-633-5863,
Keller Williams Northern Michigan 231-947-8200
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1939759
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 139.2
- Dimensions: 12 x 11.6
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Length: 16
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Width: 7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 298.8
- Dimensions: 18 x 16.6
Heating
- Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Mud Room, Drywall, Cable TV, High Speed Internet, DSL, WiFi
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 983
- Total interior livable area: 983 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 983
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Drive Under/Built-In, Alley Access, Paved, Concrete Floors, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Main Floor Access, Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,840.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 165
- Features: Level, Landscaped, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 285158211200
- 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, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Membrane
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: FOSTER & CROTSERS
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $366/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $117,465
- Annual tax amount: $4,367
- Price range: $360K - $360K
- Date on market: 10/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 52 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,MSHDA,USDA Loan,VA Loan,1031 Exchange,FNMA
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$352,000
$334,000 - $370,000
$1,831/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Price change | $360,000-3.2%$366/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1939759 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $372,000+18.1%$378/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1939759 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2022 | Sold | $315,000+6.8%$320/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1899135 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $295,000+126.9%$300/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1899135 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2017 | Listing removed | $130,000$132/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt, Realtors #1838046 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,269 +7.5% | $151,700 +10.6% |
| 2024 | $3,970 +54.4% | $137,100 +26.4% |
| 2023 | $2,571 +2.1% | $108,500 +14.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,145/mo
Principal & interest
$1764
Property taxes
$255
Home insurance
$126
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49686
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Eastern Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Central High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Eastern Elementary School
- Middle: Traverse City East Middle School
- High: Central High School
- 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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