Shipman Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
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OFF MARKET

Shipman Rd
Traverse City, MI 49686

    (on 2.95 acres)

    Local Information

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    • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
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    Description

    Secluded on Old Mission Peninsula! This 2.95 acre parcel is located at the end of private and paved Shipman Road where you can enjoy your own haven of peace and quiet. Loaded with hardwoods, just a short walk from Grand Traverse Bay and surrounded by beautiful neighboring waterfront properties. Imagine building your dream home here, where you can start and end your day on the deck watching and listening to the birds and wildlife. Bowers Harbor public boat access is just a three minute drive. Take a drive out to Old Mission Peninsula to see this special place for yourself.
    Shipman Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686 is a lot/land. It last sold for $122,000 on Dec 28, 2018 (5% below the $129,000 asking price). It is currently off market.

    Home Highlights

    Parking
    No Info
    Outdoor
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    HOA
    None
    Price/Sqft
    No Info
    Listed
    180+ days ago

    Home Details for Shipman Rd

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Cable Available
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    Exterior Features

    Exterior Home Features
    Exterior: OtherNo Private Pool
    Parking & Garage
    No Garage
    Frontage
    Waterfront: NoneRoad Frontage: Private RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Shared, AssociationNot on Waterfront
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: Private Sewer, None
    Farm & Range
    Not Allowed to Raise Horses

    Days on Market

    Cumulative Days on Market: 218

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    Does Not Include Home Warranty
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 1156594731

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $129,000Price Range: $122,000 - $129,000
    Status Change & Dates
    Off Market Date: Fri Dec 28 2018Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Sold Co-op Member

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Traverse CityCommunity: Metes ans Bounds
    School Information
    Elementary School District: Traverse City Area Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Traverse City Area Public SchoolsHigh School: Central High SchoolHigh School District: Traverse City Area Public Schools

    Community

    Community Features: None

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 2.95 Acres

    Offer

    Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Conventional, Cash, 1031 Exchange

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 1847177Attribution Contact: Cell: 248-762-2622

    Additional Information

    None
    Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
    Listed by Danielle Jerome, (248) 762-2622
    Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver, (231) 922-2350
    Karen Schmidt, (231) 218-4463
    Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver, (231) 922-2350
    Bought with: Jennifer Russell, (231) 668-6303, Traverse North Realty, (231) 668-6303
    Source: NGLRMLS, MLS#1847177

    Price History for Shipman Rd

    DatePriceEventSource
    12/28/2018$122,000Sold
    NGLRMLS #1847177

    Market trends in Traverse City

    Last updated May 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $454K
    $11.67K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    98.2%
    0.7%    MoM
    Price per sq ft
    $263
    $16    MoM
    Available listings
    450
    92    MoM
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    Comparable Sales for Shipman Rd

    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    15615 Upper Birch Dr #39, Traverse City, MI
    1.26
    Lot/Land
    $197,450
    07/17/25
    -
    -
    14607 Pyatt Rd, Traverse City, MI
    1.43
    Lot/Land
    $235,000
    05/21/26
    -
    -
    2905 Neahtawanta Rd, Traverse City, MI
    1.64
    Lot/Land
    $400,000
    01/05/26
    -
    -
    PARCEL Peninsula Dr #B, Traverse City, MI
    2.68
    Lot/Land
    $215,000
    07/31/25
    -
    -
    PARCEL Peninsula Dr #A, Traverse City, MI
    2.75
    Lot/Land
    $215,000
    08/08/25
    -
    -
    15111 Smokey Hollow Rd, Traverse City, MI
    2.60
    Lot/Land
    $350,000
    06/22/26
    -
    -
    Bluff Rd, Traverse City, MI
    3.06
    Lot/Land
    $392,000
    06/08/26
    -
    -
    13419 Blue Shore Dr #4, Traverse City, MI
    3.08
    Lot/Land
    $209,000
    10/24/25
    -
    -
    15664 Waters Edge, Traverse City, MI
    3.34
    Lot/Land
    $825,000
    09/25/25
    -
    -
    11799 Willow Point Dr, Traverse City, MI
    3.85
    Lot/Land
    $260,000
    07/08/25
    -
    -

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    What Locals Say about Traverse City

    At least 281 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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