Tucked into a prime location near the water and trails, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, updates, and Northern Michigan lifestyle. Just one block from the Leelanau TART Trail and Cedar Lake public access, and only three blocks from West Grand Traverse Bay with nearby parks and marina access, this property puts outdoor recreation right at your doorstep. The home has been thoughtfully updated with a Foundations of Michigan crawl space system, newer siding, windows, blinds, and doors, giving peace of mind and modern curb appeal. Outside, you’ll love the beautifully landscaped yard featuring mature trees, a spacious garden area, garden shed, and a white vinyl privacy fence that creates a peaceful backyard retreat. A massive 30x30 garage provides exceptional storage and workspace for vehicles, toys, or hobbies. Whether you’re looking for a year-round residence, up north getaway, or investment opportunity, this move-in ready home delivers location, charm, and quality updates in one attractive package.
Sold for $385,000
$385,000
12817 S Sylvia St, Traverse City, MI 49684
3beds
1,178sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.33 Acres Lot
$386,600 Zestimate®
$327/sqft
$2,251 Estimated rent
Home value
$386,600
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Modern curb appealBeautifully landscaped yardGarden shedPeaceful backyard retreatMature treesWhite vinyl privacy fenceSpacious garden area
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Caley Malik Cell:231-620-6544,
REMAX Central 231-775-1205
Bought with:
Kyle O'Grady, 6501407456
REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1945034
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 190.4
- Dimensions: 14 x 13.6
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 103.5
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 250.24
- Dimensions: 18.4 x 13.6
Heating
- Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling
- Whole House Fan/Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Water Filtration System, Water Purifier, Gas Water Heater, Humidifier
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, Mud Room, Drywall, Paneling, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, WiFi
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Low Emissivity Windows, Blinds
- Basement: Crawl Space,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,178
- Total interior livable area: 1,178 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,178
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Concrete Floors, Stone, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Covered Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Dimensions: 75' x 191'
- Features: Cleared, Level, Landscaped, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00434020500
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal/Steel
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows, Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Cedar Lake Gardens
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $327/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $61,825
- Annual tax amount: $1,177
- Price range: $385K - $385K
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Sold | $385,000+1.3%$327/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1945034 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $380,000$323/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1945034 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,177 +4.6% | $121,900 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $1,126 +4.9% | $114,000 +23.4% |
| 2023 | $1,074 +2.2% | $92,400 +14.2% |
| 2022 | $1,051 +3.5% | $80,900 +10.5% |
| 2021 | $1,015 +27.4% | $73,200 +5.9% |
| 2020 | $797 | $69,100 +2.4% |
| 2019 | -- | $67,500 -1% |
| 2018 | -- | $68,200 +21.6% |
| 2017 | -- | $56,100 +19.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $47,100 +0.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $46,900 -1.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $47,800 +2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $46,600 -2.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $47,700 -6.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $50,800 -10.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $56,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Greilickville
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Willow Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10West Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 8/10West Senior HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Willow Hill Elementary School
- Middle: Traverse City West Middle School
- High: Traverse City West Senior 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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