311 E 8th St, Traverse City, MI, 49684
About This Home
Originally built as the developer's personal residence, this extraordinary four-story Midtown condominium was completely renovated in 2020 and offers a level of quality and craftsmanship rarely found in downtown Traverse City. A private elevator provides effortless access to every floor; a top floor crow's nest with panoramic views is accessed by a stowable ladder system. Enjoy a spacious deck overlooking the Boardman River, an attached garage, and beautifully appointed living spaces; all within walking distance of downtown restaurants, shopping, beaches, and the TART Trail. A rare opportunity to own one of Traverse City's most distinctive luxury residences.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2011
Materials
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding,Stone
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2020
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Microwave,Washer,Dryer,Freezer,Cooktop,Exhaust Fan
- Laundry features: Upper Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished Rooms,Finished
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 187.364
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
- Area: 123.2
Bedroom4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 212.91
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 214.84
Family Room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 179.07
Features
- Bookcases,Entrance Foyer,Walk-In Closet(s),Wet Bar,Pantry,Loft,Granite Counters,Den/Study,Central Vacuum,Ceiling Fan(s),Cable TV,High Speed Internet,WiFi
- Window features: Blinds,Drapes
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Carpet
- Fireplace features: Electric
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 966
- Finished area above ground: 2,709
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Fireplace(s)
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,675
- Total interior livable area: 3,675 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
- Area: 237.35
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 412.41
Master Bathroom
- Features: Private
Master Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 304
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Covered Entrance,Accessible Elevator Installed
Details
- Parcel number: 285176705203
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning description: Residential,Rental History
Features
- Levels: 2+ Story
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Elevator,Limited Steps,Other
- Patio & porch: Deck,Covered,Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: River
- Waterbody name: Boardman River
- Frontage length: 1100
Lot
- Features: Other,Landscaped
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached,Assigned,Garage Door Opener,Paved,Concrete Floors,Asphalt,Shared Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Winter Weather
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Grand Traverse County and Michigan
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $8,039 | $96,468 |
| Home Insurance * | $442 | $5,304 |
| Property Taxes | $1,113 | $13,356 |
| Electricity | $400 | $4,810 |
| Total | $9,994 | $119,928 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Listed for sale | $1,590,000 |
| 2019-05-20 | Sold | $875,000 |
| 2018-10-04 | Listing removed | $950,000 |
| 2018-09-17 | Listed for sale | $950,000 |
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