Opportunity awaits at this lovely home in the desirable Fernwood neighborhood. Sitting on two lots, there’s plenty of space inside and out. The main floor offers a foyer entrance, living room, dining area, kitchen, full bath, and a convenient mudroom with laundry by the back door. Upstairs, the private primary suite sits on one side with its own bath, while two additional bedrooms and a half bath are located on the other. It’s the perfect setup for kids, guests, or a home office. The newly remodeled lower-level family room features an electric fireplace, ideal for cozy fall evenings. The home includes a new refrigerator and a matte black Maytag Pet Pro washer and dryer. Recent updates include new siding, doors, and windows in 2023, along with refreshed landscaping this spring. The fenced backyard is a true retreat with garden beds, a deck, patio, fire pit, and two storage sheds, one with electricity perfect for charging lawn tools. Experience in-town living at its finest with a short walk to the bay, schools, and downtown restaurants.
Sold for $500,000
$500,000
221 W 15th St, Traverse City, MI 49684
3beds
1,581sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$509,600 Zestimate®
$316/sqft
$3,018 Estimated rent
Home value
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$459,000 - $566,000
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Electric fireplaceFenced backyardFire pitRemodeled lower-level family roomGarden bedsTwo storage shedsTwo lots
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Listed by:
Kyle O'Grady 231-499-9999,
REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC 231-941-4500
Bought with:
Non Member Office
NON-MLS MEMBER OFFICE
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1939916
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 155.25
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 141
- Dimensions: 12 x 11.75
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 118.13
- Dimensions: 11.25 x 10.5
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 118.13
- Dimensions: 11.25 x 10.5
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 251.75
- Dimensions: 19 x 13.25
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.5
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 161.56
- Dimensions: 13.75 x 11.75
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Solid Surface Counters, Mud Room, High Speed Internet, WiFi
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Carpet
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,581
- Total interior livable area: 1,581 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,581
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Gravel, Alley Access, Private
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Garden, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 165 x 50
- Features: Level, Landscaped, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 5157001700
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Press Board
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Not Applicable
- Water conservation: Not Applicable
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Fernwood Addition
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $316/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $152,435
- Annual tax amount: $5,541
- Price range: $500K - $500K
- Date on market: 10/25/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 44 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA
- Ownership type: Private Owner
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2025 | Sold | $500,000-3.8%$316/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1939916 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2025 | Pending sale | $520,000$329/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1939916 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Price change | $520,000-3.7%$329/sqft |
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| 10/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $540,000+100%$342/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1939916 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2019 | Listing removed | $1,975$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,975$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2017 | Sold | $270,000-3.5%$171/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2017 | Pending sale | $279,900$177/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland #1829298 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2017 | Listed for sale | $279,900-2.6%$177/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland #1829298 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2017 | Listing removed | $287,500$182/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland #1824007 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2017 | Listed for sale | $287,500-0.8%$182/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland #1824007 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2016 | Listing removed | $289,900$183/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Northland #1824007 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2016 | Listed for sale | $289,900+61.1%$183/sqft |
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| 5/21/2013 | Sold | $180,000+1.1%$114/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2013 | Listed for sale | $178,000+3.5%$113/sqft |
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| 8/3/2011 | Listing removed | $172,000$109/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt #1723049 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2011 | Price change | $172,000-3.9%$109/sqft |
Source: Schmidt, Realtors #1723049 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2011 | Listed for sale | $179,000$113/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Schmidt REALTORS #1723049 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,541 +7.5% | $205,600 -3.9% |
| 2024 | $5,153 -29.9% | $214,000 +20.1% |
| 2023 | $7,347 +52.4% | $178,200 +4.9% |
| 2022 | $4,821 +1% | $169,900 +4.6% |
| 2021 | $4,775 +0.3% | $162,500 +6.3% |
| 2020 | $4,759 | $152,800 +10.9% |
| 2019 | $4,759 +2.1% | $137,800 +12.3% |
| 2018 | $4,661 | $122,700 +0.5% |
| 2017 | -- | $122,100 +27.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $95,700 +5% |
| 2014 | -- | $91,100 +9.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $83,400 -3.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $86,600 +2% |
| 2010 | -- | $84,900 -0.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $85,200 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $83,540 +9.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $76,480 +17.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $65,020 +5% |
| 2004 | -- | $61,900 +0.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $61,430 +3.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $59,370 +30.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $45,490 +2.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $44,480 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49684
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Central Grade SchoolGrades: PK-7Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Central High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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