Traverse City's most convenient and desirable locations, 1237 Milliken Drive is a charming and highly recognizable cottage-style home waiting for its next chapter. Full of character and timeless appeal, this home offers a rare opportunity for buyers with vision and creativity to make a home truly their own. The inviting cottage architecture creates instant curb appeal, while the interior provides a solid foundation for updates, personalization, and future value. Whether you're looking to restore its classic charm, create a stylish modern retreat, or simply enjoy it as it is, the possibilities are abundant. Location is where this property truly shines. Just minutes from Downtown Traverse City, NMC, Dennos Museum Center, Bryant Park, East Bay Beach, the TART Trail, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, you'll enjoy easy access to everything that makes Traverse City such a special place to call home. For the buyer who appreciates character over cookie-cutter and sees opportunity where others see potential, 1237 Milliken Drive offers a chance to create something uniquely yours in the heart of Northern Michigan.
Pending
$285,000
1237 Milliken Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
3beds
1,086sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$262/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting cottage architectureInstant curb appealSolid foundation
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Listed by:
Jennifer Hastings 443-895-0764,
Blue Lakes Real Estate Group TC LLC 231-683-2125
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1946777
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 145.14
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 11.8
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 106.14
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 8.7
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80.8
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 74.8
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 8.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 68.75
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 6.8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288.3
- Dimensions: 18.6 x 15.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Bookcases, Cable TV, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,086
- Total interior livable area: 1,086 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,086
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Asphalt
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100 x 100
- Features: Level, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 285153801000
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: College Heights
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $262/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $90,992
- Annual tax amount: $3,220
- Price range: $285K - $285K
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,453/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Pending sale | $285,000$262/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1946777 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $285,000+73.8%$262/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1946777 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2003 | Sold | $164,000$151/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,220 +7.5% | $172,100 +9.5% |
| 2024 | $2,995 +4.7% | $157,100 +18.2% |
| 2023 | $2,860 +2.1% | $132,900 +8.1% |
| 2022 | $2,802 +1% | $122,900 +5.2% |
| 2021 | $2,776 +0.3% | $116,800 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $2,766 | $110,000 +14.6% |
| 2019 | $2,766 +2.1% | $96,000 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $2,709 | $95,000 +2.6% |
| 2017 | -- | $92,600 +10% |
| 2016 | -- | $84,200 +16.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $72,200 +10.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $65,300 -4.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $68,600 -14.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $80,100 -1.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $81,200 -4.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $84,690 |
| 2007 | -- | $84,690 +18.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $71,420 +14.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $62,530 +4.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $60,010 +36.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $44,010 +3% |
| 2001 | -- | $42,740 +16% |
| 2000 | -- | $36,830 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 49686
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Eastern Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Central High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Eastern Elementary School
- Middle: Traverse City East Middle School
- High: Traverse City High School
- District: Traverse City Area Public Schools
Source: NGLRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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