4356 Carlson Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49684
About This Home
Experience the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and convenience in this move-in ready 3 bedroom, 2 full and 2 half-bath home, ideally located just five minutes from downtown Traverse City while enjoying lower township taxes. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this property offers privacy, beautiful West Bay views, and an exceptional Up North lifestyle. Inside, you'll find warm hardwood floors, multiple inviting living spaces, and thoughtful touches throughout. The bright sunroom is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, while the cozy gas fireplace and wood stove create welcoming spaces to gather with family and friends in every season. A partially finished basement adds flexible living space for a family room, home office, workout area, or recreation room. Step outside and you'll discover a backyard designed for making memories. At the end of the cul-de-sac there are trails to connect you to the Grand Traverse Commons. Mature fruit trees, grapevines, and raspberry bushes create a picturesque setting, while the back deck and flagstone patio with a built-in fire pit provide the perfect spaces for summer cookouts, relaxing evenings, and entertaining under the stars. The covered front porch offers another peaceful spot to unwind and enjoy the quiet neighborhood. With its spacious yard, desirable location, and easy access to downtown Traverse City's shopping, dining, beaches, and year-round activities, this home truly offers the best of Northern Michigan living. If you've been searching for a property that combines character, comfort, and an unbeatable location, you'll feel right at home the moment you arrive.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Frame,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Oven/Range,Disposal,Dishwasher,Microwave,Washer,Dryer,Exhaust Fan
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Daylight,Finished Rooms,Interior Entry
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 109.32
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 111.21
Family Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
Features
- Bookcases,Walk-In Closet(s),Granite Counters,Mud Room,Ceiling Fan(s),Cable TV,High Speed Internet,WiFi
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 528
- Finished area above ground: 2,147
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Fireplace(s)
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,675
- Total interior livable area: 2,675 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 198
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 260
Master Bathroom
- Features: Private
Master Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 0523300100
- Zoning description: Residential
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio,Covered
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System,Garden,Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Invisible
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay,Countryside View,Water,Bay View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
Lot
- Lot size: 0.78 Acres
- Features: Level,Sloped,Landscaped,Subdivided,Cul-De-Sac
- Lot size dimensions: 105 x 316
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Paved,Heated Garage,Concrete Floors,RV Access/Parking,Asphalt
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- 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
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- 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 | $3,534 | $42,408 |
| Home Insurance * | $194 | $2,328 |
| Property Taxes | $1,021 | $12,252 |
| Electricity | $291 | $3,501 |
| Total | $5,040 | $60,480 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
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 | $699,000 |
| 2019-07-09 | Listing removed | $379,800 |
| 2019-06-27 | Pending sale | $379,800 |
| 2019-06-26 | Sold | $379,800 |
| 2019-05-21 | Listed for sale | $379,800 |
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