528 Bates St
Traverse City, MI 49686
Traverse Heights- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 940 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
940 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1935
Living Area
940 sqft
Price/Sqft
$367
Parking
Garage
About this House
This adorable bungalow in Traverse City is packed with charm and possibility! Just a short bike ride to downtown and a short walk to the TART Trail, this home puts you right in the middle of all the action. Inside, you'll love the warm hardwood floors and cozy feel, while the newer roof means one less thing to worry about. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard—perfect for pets, kids, or just hanging out. Plus, with R-2 zoning, there’s room to expand and make it your own. Don’t miss out on this gem in a fantastic location!
528 Bates St, Traverse City, MI 49686 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 940 sqft single-family home in Traverse Heights, built in 1935. It last sold for $330,000 on Feb 25, 2025 (2% above the $325,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $344,600, with a rent estimate of $2,221/month.
Home Details for 528 Bates St
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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: 940 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Lower LevelRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Wood, Concrete |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood, Concrete |
View No View |
Security Security: Smoke Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s), OtherFoundation: Block, Slab, OtherNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Gravel,Alley Access |
Frontage Waterfront: NoneResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Dirt, ConcreteNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Farm & Range Not Allowed to Raise Horses |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 940 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 20 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1935Year Renovated: 2014 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow |
Building Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: 285177816200 |
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Price List Price: $325,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Feb 25 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable |
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MLS Status: Sold Co-op Member |
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Direction & Address City: Traverse CityCommunity: Oak Heights |
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 |
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Building Area Building Area: 940 Square Feet |
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Community Features: None |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 8276.4 sqft |
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Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right SellListing Terms: Conventional, Cash, FHA, VA Loan, FNMA |
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Mls Number: 1930656Above Grade Unfinished Area: 940 |
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Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Matthew Dakoske
REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC, (231) 941-4500
Bought with: Gordon Hodges, REO-TCFront-233021, (231) 947-9800
Source: NGLRMLS, MLS#1930656

Price History for 528 Bates St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 02/25/2025 | $330,000 | Sold | NGLRMLS #1930656 |
| 02/05/2025 | $325,000 | PendingToActive | NGLRMLS #1930656 |
| 11/27/2023 | $319,900 | Contingent | NGLRMLS #1916757 |
| 11/27/2023 | $319,900 | Pending | NGLRMLS #1916757 |
| 11/20/2023 | $319,900 | PriceChange | NGLRMLS #1916757 |
| 10/14/2023 | $329,900 | Listed For Sale | NGLRMLS #1916757 |
| 08/25/2023 | ListingRemoved | N/A | |
| 08/23/2023 | $325,000 | Listed For Sale | N/A |
| 01/30/2014 | $144,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 06/21/1994 | $53,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Traverse City
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$457K
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$273
$10MoM
Available listings
526
75MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $5,018 |
| Assessment | $294,400 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 528 Bates St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.22 | Single-Family Home | $330,000 | 03/04/26 | 2 | 1 | 782 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $300,000 | 04/01/26 | 2 | 1 | 992 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $349,000 | 08/15/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 988 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $447,500 | 04/23/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,103 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $275,000 | 11/21/25 | 3 | 1 | 892 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $325,000 | 09/12/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,292 | |
0.48 | Single-Family Home | $364,000 | 12/05/25 | 2 | 1 | 926 | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $350,000 | 10/15/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,078 | |
0.55 | Single-Family Home | $399,000 | 09/04/25 | 2 | 1 | 840 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $358,000 | 04/17/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,188 |
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