2053 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
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OFF MARKET

$591,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,003 sqft (on 0.35 acres)

2053 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686

Est. Refi. Payment $3,517/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 17, 2025 for $575,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$592K
Since last month
Increased$800 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$71K (+13.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$16K (+2.8%)
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 +262% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$591K
July 2026$590K
June 2026$591K
May 2026$596K
April 2026$580K
March 2026$581K
February 2026$570K
January 2026$571K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1902 Iroquois St, Traverse City, MI
0.27
Single-Family Home
$465,000
06/26/26
3
1
1,375
430 Davis St, Traverse City, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$400,000
12/31/25
2
1
1,172
302 Huron St, Traverse City, MI
0.29
Single-Family Home
$535,000
10/20/25
3
2
1,512
438 Davis St, Traverse City, MI
0.56
Single-Family Home
$345,000
03/27/26
2
1
983
611 Woodland Dr, Traverse City, MI
0.67
Single-Family Home
$410,000
08/17/26
3
1
1,214
545 Cromwell Dr, Traverse City, MI
0.56
Single-Family Home
$480,000
08/24/26
4
1
2,074
1927 Chippewa St, Traverse City, MI
0.36
Single-Family Home
$365,000
06/30/26
3
1.5
1,974
340 S East Bay Blvd, Traverse City, MI
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
07/08/26
2
2
2,281
636 Terrace Dr, Traverse City, MI
0.77
Single-Family Home
$330,000
10/31/25
3
1
984

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
141 Birchwood Ave, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.11
$395,000
2
2
1,143
For Sale
141 Birchwood Ave #11-14, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.11
$380,900
2
2
1,143
Off Market
214 N East Bay Blvd, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.14
$684,100
4
2
1,863
Off Market
2013 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.10
$522,800
3
2
1,198
Off Market
136 E Bay Blvd S, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.18
$250,000
-
-
-
For Sale
115 N Wenonah St, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.14
$376,700
2
1
948
Off Market
329 N East Bay Blvd, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.21
$128,000
-
-
-
Off Market
431 E Bay Blvd N, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.32
$796,300
4
3.5
2,418
Off Market
340 S East Bay Blvd, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.27
$1,250,000
2
2
2,281
Recently Sold
1902 Iroquois St, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.27
$465,000
3
1
1,375
Recently Sold
302 Huron St, Traverse City, MI 49686
0.29
$550,400
3
2
1,512
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 2053 E Front St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1935
Lot Size
0.35 acres
Living Area
1,003 sqft
Price/Sqft
$590
Parking
Garage

About this House

East Bay Park bayfront envelopes this thoughtfully updated vintage 1935 cottage at the base of the Old Mission Peninsula. This home features Bay views, original hardwood floors, cozy sunroom with French Doors and bead-board ceiling, gorgeous natural gas stone fireplace, large wrap-around deck and newly remodeled detached garage bunk house for kids or seasonal guests. The East Bay Park neighborhood is a coveted Traverse City gem with sandy beach, playground, picnic tables, volleyball net and child friendly swimming area, short bike ride to downtown!
2053 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,003 sqft single-family home built in 1935. It last sold for $575,000 on Oct 17, 2025 (5% above the $549,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $591,500, with a rent estimate of $1,918/month.
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Bryan Olshove
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City, (231) 922-2350
Bought with: Tammy Jarvis, (231) 342-9937, Key Realty One-TC, (231) 559-0351
Source: NGLRMLS, MLS#1938485

Home Details for 2053 E Front St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Master Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1003 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water HeaterDisposalDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: GasHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: NoneFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Bay, Water, Bay View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Shed(s), OtherExterior: Sprinkler System, GardenGardenNo Private PoolSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Paved,Asphalt
Frontage
Waterfront: Near Pub.Access w/in 500'Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1003 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 37

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1935Year Renovated: 2011
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Timber Frame, Vinyl Siding, Stone, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 285155400200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $549,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 17 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold Co-op Member

Location

Direction & Address
City: Traverse CityCommunity: East Bay Park
School Information
Elementary School District: Traverse City Area Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Traverse City Area Public SchoolsHigh School District: Traverse City Area Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1003 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.35 acres

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right SellListing Terms: Conventional, Cash, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 1938485Water ViewWater View: Water, BayAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1003

Additional Information

Park

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 17, 2025
Source: NGLRMLS #1938485
Sold
$575,000
Sep 11, 2025
Source: NGLRMLS #1938485
Listed For Sale
$549,000
Aug 31, 2023
Source: RE/MAX of Michigan Solds #1913056_49686
Sold
$520,000
Aug 3, 2023
Source: RE/MAX of Michigan #1913056
Pending
$512,000
Aug 1, 2023
Source: NGLRMLS #1913056
PriceChange
$512,000
Price decreased by 3%

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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 2053 E Front St

  • What is 2053 E Front St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2053 E Front St in Traverse City, MI is $591,500.
  • What is the price history for 2053 E Front St?
    2053 E Front St in Traverse City, MI last sold for $575,000 in October 2025.
  • 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.
  • Does 2053 E Front St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2053 E Front St in Traverse City, MI has air conditioning.
  • Does 2053 E Front St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2053 E Front St in Traverse City, MI has in-unit laundry.

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