Live the Old Mission Peninsula dream without the $2M waterfront price tag. Nestled among rolling vineyards, breathtaking bay views, and some of Northern MI's most celebrated wineries, a beautifully renovated retreat offers an authentic luxury lifestyle in one of the region's most coveted locations. Morning coffee overlooking East Grand Traverse Bay, spend your afternoons exploring wineries, farm markets, beaches, & hiking trails, end your evenings beneath spectacular Northern MI sunsets. Completely renovated in 2017, this exceptional home blends timeless Up North charm with modern luxury & craftsmanship. Chef's kitchen features Thermador appliances, quartzite countertops, custom cabinetry, & an oversized island designed for gathering with family and friends. Expansive windows frame beautiful bay views filling the home with natural light. Heated bathroom floors, premium finishes, & thoughtfully designed living spaces create an atmosphere that is both elegant and comfortable. Step outside to an expansive ipe deck, stone patio, infrared sauna, Viking hot tub, and professionally landscaped grounds. One of the property's most compelling features is its access to E. Grand Traverse Bay. Shared beach frontage with the opportunity to place a dock, secure a boat slip, or install a mooring buoy allowing you to enjoy boating, swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding without the expense of traditional waterfront ownership. Imagine stepping from your home to your boat in minutes & spending the day exploring the crystal clear waters of GT Bay. Just min. from downtown TC, you'll enjoy easy access to award winning wineries, waterfront parks, championship golf, dining, boating, cycling, & everything that makes Old Mission one of the Midwest's premier destinations. Additional features include a Kohler generator, heated and insulated garage, irrigation, & low annual association dues. More than a home, this is an invitation to experience one of Northern MI's most sought after lifestyles
Sold for $1,200,000
$1,200,000
3939 Blue Heights Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686
3beds
2,272sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
0.85 Acres Lot
$1,170,300 Zestimate®
$528/sqft
$3,830 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.11M - $1.23M
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Infrared saunaProfessionally landscaped groundsSecure a boat slipPremium finishesInstall a mooring buoyViking hot tubThoughtfully designed living spaces
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Listed by:
Ashlee Trainer 231-709-3551,
@properties Christie's Int'l 231-642-2363
Bought with:
Shelly Klein, 6501440657
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1943830
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Exercise Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 162.36
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 12.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 124.08
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 9.4
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 285.76
- Dimensions: 18.8 x 15.2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 267.33
- Dimensions: 13.3 x 20.1
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 302.68
- Dimensions: 18.8 x 16.1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Humidifier
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Sauna, Granite Bath Tops, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Den/Study, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet, WiFi
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Windows: Curtain Rods
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished Rooms,Egress Windows,Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,272
- Total interior livable area: 2,272 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,354
- Finished area below ground: 918
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Heated Garage, Concrete Floors, Asphalt
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Multi-Level Decking, Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub, Bath
- Fencing: Invisible
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Countryside View, Water, Bay View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
- Waterfront features: All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Great Lake, Lake, Sandy Shoreline
- Body of water: East Bay
- Frontage length: 120
Lot
- Size: 0.85 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Landscaped, Metes and Bounds
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1112300460
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Dish TV
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding, Cement Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake Privileges
- Subdivision: Blue Water Heights
HOA
- Services included: Snow Removal, Other
- HOA fee: $780 annually
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $528/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $194,931
- Annual tax amount: $4,758
- Price range: $1.2M - $1.2M
- Date on market: 4/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 98 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Sold | $1,200,000-3.9%$528/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1943830 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000-3.9%$550/sqft |
Source:  Northern Michigan MLS #479037 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Listing removed | $1,299,900$572/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1937965 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2026 | Price change | $1,299,900-7.1%$572/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1937965 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Price change | $1,399,900-6.7%$616/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1937965 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+349.1%$660/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1937965 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2013 | Sold | $334,000-10.9%$147/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2013 | Price change | $374,900-1.2%$165/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2013 | Listed for sale | $379,500-2.6%$167/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2012 | Listing removed | $389,500$171/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2012 | Price change | $389,500+34.5%$171/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2012 | Listed for sale | $289,500$127/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,758 +5.7% | $386,700 +15.2% |
| 2024 | $4,502 +5% | $335,700 +21.5% |
| 2023 | $4,287 +7.1% | $276,300 +9% |
| 2022 | $4,002 +1% | $253,600 +31.1% |
| 2021 | $3,961 -0.5% | $193,500 -0.3% |
| 2020 | $3,982 | $194,100 -0.2% |
| 2019 | $3,982 +1.9% | $194,400 +7.8% |
| 2018 | $3,907 | $180,400 +25.4% |
| 2017 | -- | $143,900 +8.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $132,800 -5.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $140,000 -3.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $144,500 +14.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $126,600 -26.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $171,400 +16% |
| 2009 | -- | $147,700 -3.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $153,100 +1.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $150,500 +13.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $132,100 +1.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $130,663 +2.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $127,762 +15.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $111,015 +8.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $102,061 +31.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $77,623 |
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Neighborhood: 49686
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Eastern Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.9 mi
- 7/10Central High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 10.1 mi
- 7/10East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 13.2 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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