5271 Us Highway 31 N, Williamsburg, MI, 49690
About This Home
Enjoy the best of Northern Michigan living in this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home set along 115 feet of private frontage on East Grand Traverse Bay, just five miles from downtown Traverse City. With water views from nearly every room, this home offers a peaceful, light-filled retreat in an unbeatable location. Inside, you’ll find an inviting open layout highlighted by vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a cozy gas fireplace that anchors the main living space. The kitchen is well-equipped with custom cherry cabinets and stainless steel appliances, including a Bosch dishwasher, Jenn-Air convection oven, and Whirlpool Gold Series refrigerator, along with ample cabinetry for storage. The four-season family room provides additional living space and opens directly onto a waterside patio—perfect for relaxing or entertaining while taking in the bay views. The spacious primary suite features a handicap-accessible bathroom complete with a jetted tub and double vanity. A second bedroom and full bath offer comfort and flexibility for guests or additional use. Outside, in addition to the attached 2-car garage, there is also a 32x20 detached garage that provides extra storage for vehicles, water toys, or hobbies. This property offers not only a beautiful place to enjoy, whether you're looking for a year-round residence or vacation getaway. This East Bay home combines comfort, convenience, and stunning waterfront scenery just minutes from everything Traverse City has to offer.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1943
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Membrane
- Construction materials: Frame,Stucco/Drivit
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2000
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Oven/Range,Disposal,Dishwasher,Water Softener Owned,Washer,Dryer,Cooktop,Exhaust Fan,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Main Level
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Family Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 360
Features
- Bookcases,Entrance Foyer,Granite Bath Tops,Granite Counters,Kitchen Island,Mud Room,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Drywall,Ceiling Fan(s),Cable TV,High Speed Internet,DSL,WiFi
- Window features: Skylight(s),Blinds
- Flooring: Tile,Vinyl,Carpet
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,825
Heating
- Heating features: Hot Water,Baseboard,Radiant Floor,Natural Gas,Fireplace(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,825
- Total interior livable area: 2,825 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 300
Living Room
- Level: Main
Master Bathroom
- Features: Shared
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Main Floor Access,Accessible Full Bath,Grip-Accessible Features,Hand Rails
Details
- Parcel number: 0110309700
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Dish TV
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay,Water,Bay View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: All Sports,Sandy Bottom,Great Lake,Lake,Sandy Shoreline
- Waterbody name: Grand Traverse Bay
- Frontage type: Waterfront
- Frontage length: 115
Lot
- Lot size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Cleared,Level,Landscaped,Metes and Bounds
- Lot size dimensions: 115 x 112 x 120 x 145
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Concrete Floors,Asphalt
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
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 | $6,065 | $72,780 |
| Home Insurance * | $332 | $3,984 |
| Property Taxes | $1,586 | $19,032 |
| Electricity | $308 | $3,697 |
| Total | $8,291 | $99,492 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Michigan FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000 |
| 1998-10-21 | Sold | $224,000 |
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