Experience rustic elegance and relaxed lake living in this beautiful 3 BR, 2 Bath home with 152' of all-sports Bass Lake frontage on Traverse City's desirable west side. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the peaceful setting, stunning lake views and the soothing calls of nesting loons. It feels wonderfully removed from it all, yet you're just 12 minutes from Traverse City's dining, shopping and entertainment, with Interlochen's renowned concert offerings nearby. Across the street, nearly 700 acres of township-owned land provide miles of trails to explore. Inside, original wood beams and a beautiful stone fireplace blend seamlessly with thoughtful modern updates. A spacious primary suite features custom tile shower, beautiful cabinetry and quartz countertops. The invit ...The inviting kitchen is designed for gathering, with a live-edge bar, custom concrete countertop and new slate stainless appliances. New Anderson picture windows frame the lake from the dining room, while the deck and hot tub provide the perfect spots to relax and take in the breathtaking views. Beautiful landscaping completes this truly special retreat. Numerous recent updates include new roof, A/C, whole-house water filtration, Shore Station dock and so much more. Seller is a licensed Michigan real estate broker.
For sale
$959,000
274 Bass Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685
3beds
1,658sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
-- sqft lot
$917,300 Zestimate®
$578/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautiful stone fireplaceHot tubShore station dockBeautiful landscapingRustic eleganceLive-edge barStunning lake views
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Listed by:
Scott E Chesley 989-614-6100,
REALTA | CHESLEY REALTORS® 989-731-6500
Source: WWMLS,MLS#: 201843087
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Disposal, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Laminate
- Doors: Doorwall
- Windows: Blinds, Curtain Rods, Drapes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,658
- Total interior livable area: 1,658 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,658
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio/Porch
- Exterior features: Dock, Garden
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- On waterfront: Yes
- Body of water: Bass Lake
- Frontage type: All-Sport
Lot
- Dimensions: 152 x 167 x 146 x 148
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0836502000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Bass Lake
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $578/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $627,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,721
- Date on market: 9/29/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional Mortgage
- Ownership: Owner
- Road surface type: Paved, Maintained
Estimated market value
$917,300
$871,000 - $963,000
$2,509/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $959,000+57.2%$578/sqft |
Source:  WWMLS #201843087 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2022 | Sold | $610,000-18.7%$368/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1904686 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2022 | Price change | $750,000-5.7%$452/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1904686 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $795,000$479/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1904686 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,721 +5.4% | $313,700 +22.4% |
| 2024 | $5,429 +33% | $256,300 +21.5% |
| 2023 | $4,083 +2.9% | $211,000 +8% |
| 2022 | $3,967 +1% | $195,400 -0.5% |
| 2021 | $3,928 +5.1% | $196,300 +3% |
| 2020 | $3,737 | $190,600 -2.2% |
| 2019 | $3,737 +2.2% | $194,900 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $3,657 | $172,300 +12.5% |
| 2017 | -- | $153,200 +0.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $153,100 +19% |
| 2014 | -- | $128,700 -7.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $139,070 -1.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $140,700 -13.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $163,000 -1.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $165,900 -4.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $174,200 +1.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $171,600 +32.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $129,300 +11.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $115,600 +0.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $115,500 +11.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $103,500 +20.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $86,100 +2.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $83,700 |
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