UPDATED AFFORDABLE shared waterfront SILVER LAKE home, in a very desirable family friendly subdivision, Beacon Hills...where families can enjoy the true meaning of "neighborhood". Enjoy a common area for picnics, sports and winter sledding, as well as shared access to Silver Lake, beach, and boat launch. The home is on .51 acres so lots of space to entertaining family and friends, Enjoy summer nights around the firepit and grow your own vegetables in the backyard garden. This neighborhood has it all and is centrally located within 7-10 minutes of major shopping, restaurants and schools. plus Less than 5 minutes to the Silver Lake Dog Park Home is approved by the Health Department for 3 bathrooms. Painting allowance of $300 for projects that need completion. (see sample painted photos)
Sold for $365,000
$365,000
838 Meadow Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685
3beds
1,189sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.51 Acres Lot
$373,700 Zestimate®
$307/sqft
$2,052 Estimated rent
Home value
$373,700
$336,000 - $415,000
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Shared waterfrontBackyard garden
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Listed by:
Carey Ford Cell:231-383-1000,
Coldwell Banker Schmidt-Glen A
Bought with:
Kim Schmerheim, 6501210711
REO-TCFront-233021
Source: NGLRMLS,MLS#: 1935956
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 140.4
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shared
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 231
- Dimensions: 21 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Breakfast Nook, Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Concrete, Laminate
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Stove, Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,189
- Total interior livable area: 1,189 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,189
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Concrete Floors, Concrete, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Countryside View
- Waterfront features: All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Deeded Easement, Lake
- Body of water: Silver Lake
- Frontage length: 68
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 220
- Features: Wooded, Evergreens, Level, Landscaped, Subdivided, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 0505508300
- Zoning description: Residential
- Wooded area: 20
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 2x6 Framing, Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, Windows
- Water conservation: Not Applicable
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Beacon Hills Estate
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $307/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $318,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,770
- Price range: $365K - $365K
- Date on market: 7/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 53 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA Loan,1031 Exchange
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2025 | Sold | $365,000$307/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1935956 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Pending sale | $365,000$307/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1935956 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $365,000$307/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1935956 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Listing removed | $365,000$307/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1935354 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $365,000+240%$307/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1935354 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/1999 | Sold | $107,350$90/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,770 +5.1% | $159,100 +24.1% |
| 2024 | $1,684 +4.2% | $128,200 +16.9% |
| 2023 | $1,616 +3.4% | $109,700 +7.2% |
| 2022 | $1,562 +0.9% | $102,300 +7.1% |
| 2021 | $1,549 | $95,500 +6.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $89,600 +17.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $76,500 +4.2% |
| 2018 | -- | $73,400 -0.3% |
| 2017 | -- | $73,600 +2.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $72,000 +14.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $62,800 +25.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $50,100 -24.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $66,300 -0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,800 -1.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $67,700 -1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $68,520 -0.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $69,010 +5.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $65,250 +6.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $61,460 +8.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $56,750 +2.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $55,490 +7.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $51,450 +2.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $50,150 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 49685
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Central Grade SchoolGrades: PK-7Distance: 4.9 mi
- 8/10West Senior HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
- 8/10West Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Central Grade 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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