At the base of Old Mission Peninsula, where the shoreline softens and East Bay opens wide, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home settles naturally into its surroundings on nearly an acre of land, 85 feet of private frontage, and views that shift with the light from morning through dusk. Life here leans outward. Layered outdoor spaces create an easy rhythm for gathering, unwinding, and taking in the water-unforced, unhurried. Coffee at sunrise, long evenings with friends, the subtle soundtrack of waves in the background. It all feels as it should. Inside, the home reflects its 1925 roots; simple, grounded, and full of quiet character. Recent updates, including a new roof, updated boiler system, new carpet throughout, gutters, and steel insulated garage doors offer a solid foundation for what comes next, whether that’s enjoying it as it stands or shaping it over time. The location carries its own kind of balance. Traverse City sits just minutes away, close enough for dinner reservations, market runs, and marina days. Head north, and the peninsula unfolds with vineyards, farm stands, and winding roads that slow you down in the best way. East Shore Road itself is known for its quieter pace, where traffic fades and the bay remains in view. This is a place where the edges blur a bit between town and retreat, between everyday living and something that feels more considered. Homes like this don’t rely on explanation. The setting does the talking. Old Mission, at its most honest.
Sold for $1,330,000
$1,330,000
7787 E Shore Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
4beds
3,114sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
0.96 Acres Lot
$1,387,800 Zestimate®
$427/sqft
$4,125 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,387,800
$1.32M - $1.46M
$4,125/mo
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Hastings 443-895-0764,
Blue Lakes Real Estate Group TC LLC 231-683-2125
Bought with:
Matthew Dakoske, 6501148333
REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1943840
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 232.9
- Dimensions: 13.7 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 111.02
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 9.1
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 185.64
- Dimensions: 10.2 x 18.2
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 260.04
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 19.7
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 135.42
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 12.2
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 684.86
- Dimensions: 28.3 x 24.2
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 126.54
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 11.4
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 255.39
- Dimensions: 18.1 x 14.11
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Solarium/Sun Room, Breakfast Nook, Den/Study, Cable TV, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Wood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,114
- Total interior livable area: 3,114 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,114
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Asphalt
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Garden, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bay View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: All Sports, Sandy Bottom
- Body of water: East Bay
- Frontage type: Priv Frontage (Across Rd)
- Frontage length: 85
Lot
- Size: 0.96 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Sloped, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1103002055
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
- Subdivision: None
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Price range: $1.3M - $1.3M
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Sold | $1,330,000-1.5%$427/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1943840 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000-10%$434/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1943840 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Listing removed | $1,500,000$482/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1941249 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2026 | Price change | $1,500,000-11.5%$482/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1941249 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2026 | Price change | $1,695,000-15%$544/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1941249 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000-20.2%$641/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1941249 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Listing removed | $2,500,000$803/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1935953 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2025 | Price change | $2,500,000-7.4%$803/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1935953 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $2,700,000-6.9%$867/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1935953 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,900,000+510.5%$931/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1935953 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2012 | Sold | $475,000$153/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,744 +5.7% | $456,800 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $7,326 +5% | $445,100 +3.5% |
| 2023 | $6,977 +7.1% | $430,000 +23.8% |
| 2022 | $6,513 +1.9% | $347,300 +13.4% |
| 2021 | $6,391 -0.5% | $306,200 +3.3% |
| 2020 | $6,425 | $296,400 +24% |
| 2019 | $6,425 +1.9% | $239,100 +4.5% |
| 2018 | $6,304 | $228,800 +0.4% |
| 2017 | -- | $227,900 +0.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $227,300 -2.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $232,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49686
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Eastern Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.6 mi
- 7/10Central High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 2.8 mi
- 7/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.3 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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- Michigan
- Grand Traverse County
- Traverse City
- 49686
- 7787 E Shore Rd