8159 Outer Dr S, Traverse City, MI 49685
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OFF MARKET

8159 Outer Dr S
Traverse City, MI 49685

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,766 sqft (on 0.71 acres)

$1,646,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,418/mo*
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$1,646,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,418/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,766 sqft
(on 0.71 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.65M
Since last month
Increased$49K (+3%)
Since last year
Increased$173K (+11.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$945K (+132.1%)
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 +118% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.66M
July 2026$1.61M
June 2026$1.66M
May 2026$1.62M
April 2026$1.55M
March 2026$1.57M
February 2026$1.65M
January 2026$1.62M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019

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
8225 Elm Dr, Traverse City, MI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$345,000
02/26/26
3
1
1,128
712 N South Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI
0.61
Single-Family Home
$577,000
07/24/26
3
2
2,804
871 N South Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI
0.48
Single-Family Home
$825,000
08/22/25
2
1
928
1866 Pinewood Ave, Traverse City, MI
1.01
Single-Family Home
$355,500
11/07/25
2
2
1,639
1970 S Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI
1.04
Single-Family Home
$365,000
11/26/25
3
2
1,675
698 Bass Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI
1.26
Single-Family Home
$560,000
10/03/25
3
2
2,387
639 N South Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI
0.54
Single-Family Home
$850,000
11/01/25
6
4
3,810
7088 Open Meadow Ln, Traverse City, MI
1.03
Single-Family Home
$429,000
09/15/25
3
3
2,631
1395 W Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI
1.23
Single-Family Home
$439,900
07/17/26
3
2.5
2,237
1571 N South Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI
0.63
Single-Family Home
$1,795,000
11/24/25
5
3.5
3,259

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
8194 Outer Dr S, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.06
$1,174,400
3
3
3,288
Off Market
8225 Elm Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.20
$345,000
3
1
1,128
Recently Sold
8131 Hillside Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.20
$499,900
3
2
1,616
For Sale
7930 S Outer Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.21
-
3
1
1,248
Off Market
8064 Shady Ln, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.22
$550,800
3
2
1,662
Off Market
1388 & 1434 Cedar Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.26
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1344 W Outer Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.26
-
-
-
-
Off Market
8044 & 8086 Hillside Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.27
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1335 W Outer Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.31
$1,597,500
3
2.5
2,012
For Sale
1339 Outer Dr W, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.31
$1,755,300
4
3
3,110
Off Market
7878 Outer Dr S, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.32
$1,235,000
5
3
3,295
Off Market
7797 S Outer Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
0.33
$389,300
1
1
611
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1950
Lot Size
0.71 acres
Living Area
1,766 sqft
Price/Sqft
$932
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 8159 Outer Dr S, Traverse City, MI. 8159 Outer Dr S is in Traverse City, MI and in ZIP code 49685. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,766 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.71 acres and was built in 1950.
8159 Outer Dr S, Traverse City, MI 49685 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,766 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $715,000 on Sep 14, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,646,000, with a rent estimate of $2,331/month.

Home Details for 8159 Outer Dr S

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Concrete, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.71 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 14, 2020
Source: NGLRMLS #1873428
Sold
$715,000
Sep 14, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$750,000
Apr 2, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$750,000
Price decreased by 5%
Oct 16, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$790,000
Price decreased by 10%
Jul 12, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$875,000
Price decreased by 2%

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

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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 8159 Outer Dr S

  • What is 8159 Outer Dr S estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8159 Outer Dr S in Traverse City, MI is $1,646,000.
  • What is the price history for 8159 Outer Dr S?
    8159 Outer Dr S in Traverse City, MI last sold for $715,000 in September 2020.
  • 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 8159 Outer Dr S have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8159 Outer Dr S in Traverse City, MI has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 8159 Outer Dr S?
    The lot at 8159 Outer Dr S in Traverse City, MI is about 0.71 acres (30,928 sq ft).

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