Downtown Traverse City living at its best! Just a short stroll from the shops, restaurants, beaches, and all that downtown Traverse City has to offer, this beautifully renovated home on Locust Street is as inviting as it is convenient. Thoughtfully renovated down to the studs, with an addition that created a spacious main-floor primary suite, this home is truly move-in ready. The bright, inviting kitchen opens to comfortable living spaces that are perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The generously sized primary suite features direct access to the backyard patio, a beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom with a tiled shower, convenient laundry, and a large walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find the second and third bedrooms. Outside, enjoy a private backyard with a lovely patio, storage shed, and beautifully maintained, low-maintenance landscaping. A one-car garage with an attached workshop provides additional storage and versatility. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence or a Northern Michigan getaway, this charming home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the ease and convenience of living in the heart of Traverse City. Beautifully updated, easy to maintain, and just steps from everything that makes downtown living so special!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
3,485 sq ftLot Size
$409Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Gaston• REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
Central Traverse City, located between Grand Traverse Bay and Boardman Lake, is a walkable and historic Traverse City neighborhood with a compact downtown grid and lakefront public spaces. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Front Street and Union Street, where independent coffee bars, galleries, and small-plate kitchens keep sidewalks active from morning through late evening. Architectural cues shift from brick commercial blocks to early-20th-century houses and tidy infill, with alleys and pocket lots adding texture. The State Theatre and City Opera House anchor the cultural calendar, while Horizon Books keeps the literary pulse on Front Street. Clinch Park and the TART Trail stitch water views to everyday errands.
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Offer insights
814 Locust St · $545,000
$556K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $556K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 54 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.1%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Entrance foyer
Pantry
Walk-in closet
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Disposal
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Range
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating
Natural gas heating
Central air
Ceiling fans
Window units
Exterior features
Patio
Fenced
Shed
Home design
Single-family residence
One and one-half stories
Parking
Attached garage
1 garage space
Construction
Vinyl siding
Utilities
Public water
Shared septic
Electricity and solar
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This charming property is nestled on Locust Street, just a few minutes' walk from downtown. As you approach, you're greeted by lovely brick pavers leading to the front door and a manicured, low-maintenance lawn. Inside, pride of ownership is evident throughout this well-maintained home that was taken down to the studs in 2012 plus a new addition was added. The updated kitchen is bright and inviting, ready for your culinary adventures. The extra-large primary bedroom is a true retreat, featuring direct access to the backyard patio, a spacious ensuite bathroom with a tiled shower, stacked laundry, and a large walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find a cozy bedroom with an additional non-conforming bedroom or office space, offering flexibility to suit your needs. Enjoy a private backyard with a shed for extra storage and a patio area perfect for entertaining. The one-stall garage comes with an attached workshop, ideal for hobbies or extra storage. This home is perfect for those seeking a low maintenance property, a convenient location, and within walking distance to the vibrant heart of Traverse City. Don't miss out!
REALCOMP #78080048329
Sep 13, 2024
Sold
$495,000
$372/sq ft
Aug 9, 2024
Contingent
—
Aug 5, 2024
Price Changed
$499,500
$375/sq ft
Jul 16, 2024
Listed
$524,500
$394/sq ft
RENT. #1
Aug 25, 2022
Price Changed
$1,400
$1/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #1104570
Feb 1, 2012
Sold
$48,000
$36/sq ft
Dec 6, 2011
Listed
$65,000
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,874 (+20.0%)
2024
$5,727 (+6.7%)
2023
$5,368 (+4.8%)
2022
$5,122 (+2.5%)
2021
$4,998 (+1.1%)
2020
$4,944 (+0.8%)
2019
$4,902 (+580.5%)
2006
$720
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.25
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,104
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,104
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Grand Traverse County
APN
51-622-097-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
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, 14 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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Historical weather
Traverse City, MI • 49684
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Traverse City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 814 Locust St
$544,054
$946 under list price of $545K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $360K to $650K.