161 Mathison Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
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OFF MARKET

161 Mathison Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,377 sqft (on 0.43 acres)

$492,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,892/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$492,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,892/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,377 sqft
(on 0.43 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$493K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.4%)
Since last year
Increased$700 (+0.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$38K (+8.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +146% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$493K
July 2026$495K
June 2026$498K
May 2026$500K
April 2026$494K
March 2026$491K
February 2026$485K
January 2026$482K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
6918 Logan Ln, Traverse City, MI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$695,000
07/17/26
4
2
2,128
7211 Logan Ln, Traverse City, MI
0.29
Single-Family Home
$700,000
10/24/25
5
2.5
3,274
6232 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI
0.87
Single-Family Home
$475,000
04/03/26
3
2
1,893
6393 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI
0.68
Single-Family Home
$335,000
06/01/26
3
2
1,210
1610 Timber Lane Dr, Traverse City, MI
0.83
Single-Family Home
$651,125
06/18/26
3
2.5
1,748
7059 Leorie Dr, Traverse City, MI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,333,500
07/02/26
4
3.5
3,474
7265 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City, MI
0.51
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
06/30/26
3
2.5
2,654
726 Highland Park Dr, Traverse City, MI
1.05
Single-Family Home
$599,900
09/03/25
3
2
2,544
6418 Franklin Woods Dr, Traverse City, MI
0.77
Single-Family Home
$675,000
01/30/26
4
2.5
1,928
2221 Kaukauna Ct, Traverse City, MI
0.92
Single-Family Home
$660,000
11/24/25
4
3
2,692

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
136 Mathison Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.05
$335,400
2
1
806
Off Market
136 Mathison Rd #10, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.05
$347,500
2
1
1,064
For Sale
7016 Hilltop Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.04
$179,950
-
-
-
For Sale
154 Vineyard Ridge Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.04
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
154 Vineyard Ridge Dr #26, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.04
$225,000
-
-
-
For Sale
7047 Cherrywood Ct, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.10
$360,700
2
2
1,827
Off Market
172 Vineyard Ridge Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.07
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
172 Vineyard Ridge Dr #30, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.07
$225,000
-
-
-
For Sale
142 Vineyard Ridge Dr #24, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
142 Vineyard Ridge Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.08
$1,719,500
5
5
5,000
Off Market
7159 Cherrywood Ct, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.14
$323,400
2
2
1,090
Off Market
138 Vineyard Ridge Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.09
$1,536,900
4
4
4,010
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 161 Mathison Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1988
Lot Size
0.43 acres
Living Area
1,377 sqft
Price/Sqft
$358
Parking
Garage

About this House

Coveted location on base of Old Mission Peninsula, just minutes from downtown TC. This home has a slate of recent updates, including a completely renovated kitchen with all new cabinets, countertops, & stainless steel appliances. Also - new floor coverings throughout most of the house, new gas furnace and new water heater. In the winter, enjoy the warmth from the fireplace in the living room, & in the summer, step out your sliding screen door onto your large back deck for a family barbecue. 3 bed, 2 bath. Mostly full basement with some partitioning, and built-in sauna with electric heater.
161 Mathison Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,377 sqft single-family home built in 1988. It last sold for $455,000 on Sep 21, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $492,500, with a rent estimate of $2,547/month.

Home Details for 161 Mathison Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Concrete

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1988
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.43 acres

Building

Pool
Sauna

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 21, 2022
Source: NGLRMLS #1903930
Sold
$455,000
Aug 30, 2022
Source: NGLRMLS #1903930
PriceChange
$455,000
Price decreased by 2%
Aug 17, 2022
Source: NGLRMLS #1903930
Listed For Sale
$465,000
Nov 2, 2016
Source: NGLRMLS #1820621
Sold
$170,000
Aug 30, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$199,900
Price decreased by 7%

Market trends in Traverse City

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$462K
$4.92KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$289
$16MoM
Available listings
544
18MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Traverse City

At least 282 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 37 % Say there are community events

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  • Kate Jarvi
    "It is easy to access the TART trail. The Porch Fest (musicians playing on peoples’ porches) in the fall is very family friendly, and you can walk to downtown (and therefore swimming at the public beaches) easily. "
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  • Sandy.buchanich
    "Downtown 15 minutes - busier during summer with all summer visitors here. Bike trail nearby and can ride bikes to downtown."
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  • Luka Robinson
    "Lots of people like walking their dogs, several pet friendly establishments, lots of parks and dog parks and hiking trails as well as dog friendly beaches"
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  • Mike Mitchell
    "We live in the Long Lake Township community of Cedar Hills Estates located 7 minutes West of T.C. and it’s an easy commute down Cedar Run Rd. with one stoplight at the corner of W. Front St."
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  • Mike Mitchell
    "Dog friendly place where almost everyone has a dog or two. Lots of open spaces for dogs to run and play!"
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  • Mike Mitchell
    "Almost all of the residents of my neighborhood have at least one dog and many have two dogs. It’s a very dog friendly community and there are plenty of dog friendly parks to hike with your dog or take your dog for a swim."
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  • Jeffrey Rhodes
    "We know each other and socialize. We also help those in need. This happens with adults and kids alike."
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  • Trulia User
    "Christmas alley, neighborhood “music festivals,” and close to all the downtown events., this neighborhood is the perfect location in Traverse City. "
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  • Unspecified
    "Some of the downtown houses lack a sizable yard and traffic can be dangerous in the peak of the summer season "
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  • Grace C.
    "Predominantly youngish retirees in the area. Not tons of children. Nearby elementary school may be convenient for drop off/pick ups."
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  • Mhoffmanndc
    "I’ve lived here for 8 years and the neighbors are friendly and we feel very safe. The fact that we are still able to do short term rental here is very beneficial "
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  • Andrea M.
    "The area that I’m in, is close to one of the busiest roads in town. I would not let me daughter play outside alone for that reason. There’s is a lot of homeless people that walk through my neighborhood. They keep to themselves "
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  • Garrison M.
    "been here 5yrs. it's nice to be close to everything. neighbors are nice enough. real estate is pricey. "
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  • Grace C.
    "I am living with my parents temporarily—though it has turned into a semi permanent arrangement. The community is fairly well established with retirees."
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  • Barb M.
    "Plenty of open spaces & trails, 2 dog parks, city clears sidewalks in Winter. A specialized dog treat bakery and natural dog food stores. Several great Veterinarians. "
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  • Mhoffmanndc
    "Neighbors watch out for one another. When we leave on vacation, our neighbors are watching and caring for our prop. It’s not uncommon to have neighborhood parties and gatherings. "
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  • Brenden F.
    "It's small, but its poppin, houses in the area are nice and the street is HELLA cute, downtown is nice to go to chill out for an evening. It's like the trendy part of Michigan!"
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  • Cbdrn C.
    "I live on the base of the peninsula giving me walking access to both East and West bay. I live walking distance to a brand new elementary school and high school and community college... your kids in walking distance to everything and down town is 5 minutes away "
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  • Heididjkenney
    "Civic center activity! Outdoor plays across the street.a one mile walking track. There is great pool at civic center you do laps in.Neighborhood potluck in streets every year. "
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  • Oxford D.
    "Generational residents, makes for great fun. Porch sitting!! Historic buildings that can’t be imagined in today’s culture "
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  • Bacjef
    "10 minute to anywhere in traverse city. july traffic makes this 1 hour commute on a tuesday. 2 hours on sat"
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  • Celia
    "A lot of drugs and garbage left around. Def lock doors! .............................................."
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  • Barb M.
    "Lots of trails for dog walking, biking, hiking. Dog owners need to bring their own baggies. There are two dog park locations, and the Humane Society is now a no-kill shelter. "
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  • Joseph H.
    "It’s a wonderful place to raise children. I was raised here, went to St. Francis, which was a great experience. My brother went to Central and also had great education. "
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  • zagnut
    "There is a fenced dog park in slabtown that dog owners love! not sure what dog owners wouldn’t like...."
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  • Jasmyn M. C.
    "they would like that it's pet friendly and that alot of different pets are allowed here along with cheap pet fees. "
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  • Micheal W.
    "Mixed generation, religion politics and race neighborhood. We watch out for each other and live as an giant extended family "
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  • Barb M.
    "Pain in the butt. All surface streets 20 min to get across town, longer with summer festivals. Streets often not cleared in winter. "
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  • Lmgray
    "just a great place to live. no crime and the people are friendly. I feel blessed to live in such a wonderful area and wouldn't want to live anywhere else. "
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  • Susan R.
    "National Cherry Festival, Film Festival, wine festivals, Grand Traverse County Fair, farmer's market and much more! "
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Frequently asked questions about 161 Mathison Rd

  • What is 161 Mathison Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 161 Mathison Rd in Traverse City, MI is $492,500.
  • What is the price history for 161 Mathison Rd?
    161 Mathison Rd in Traverse City, MI last sold for $455,000 in September 2022.
  • Is Traverse City a buyer's or seller's market?
    Traverse City is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Traverse City?
    The median sale price in Traverse City is $462K. That is up $4.92K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 161 Mathison Rd?
    The lot at 161 Mathison Rd in Traverse City, MI is about 0.43 acres (18,731 sq ft).
  • Does 161 Mathison Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 161 Mathison Rd in Traverse City, MI has a garage.

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