875 Lost Nations Trl, Traverse City, MI 49686
What's special
Rarely does a property on Old Mission Peninsula offer this exceptional combination of privacy, elevated views, thoughtful design, and private West Bay frontage. Set on 1.6 secluded acres surrounded by mature hardwoods, this beautifully reimagined home captures sweeping western views of West Bay and Power Island, unforgettable sunsets, and a peaceful setting just minutes from downtown Traverse City. Renovated with careful attention to its natural surroundings, the home features Sierra Pacific windows and doors that frame the water views, wide plank white oak flooring, and refined finishes throughout. The living room offers a gas fireplace and stunning bay vistas, while the kitchen is anchored by a large island with a waterfall quartzite countertop and is equipped with a double convection oven, induction cooktop, and hood vent. The main-level primary suite overlooks both woods and water and opens directly to the cedar deck, creating a private retreat for morning coffee and quiet evenings. Its spa-inspired bath includes radiant in-floor heat, a soaking tub, and a spacious walk-in shower. Upstairs, a second bedroom with en suite bath provides comfortable accommodations for guests. A generous cedar deck extends the living space outdoors and makes the most of the home’s western exposure, ideal for entertaining, dining, and taking in dramatic sunsets over West Bay. The walkout lower level is anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and remains partially unfinished, offering endless potential for additional living space, guest quarters, a wellness studio, wine cellar, or media room. At the water’s edge, a new composite deck and stairs lead to private sandy shoreline, perfect for swimming, paddle boarding, and boating. With its rare setting, quality materials, extensive updates, and ideal location, this is an opportunity to move in and immediately enjoy the best of Old Mission Peninsula.
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- 1,706 |
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bathroom
Bathroom
Foyer
Loft
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Listing updated:
Matthew Crane Cell:231-350-9386,
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC 231-947-7777,
Jonathan Crane,
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 373.68
- Dimensions: 21.6 x 17.3
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 433.36
- Dimensions: 22.11 x 19.6
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110.97
- Dimensions: 8.1 x 13.7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 254.32
- Dimensions: 18.7 x 13.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 378.08
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 22.11
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant Floor, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Oven, Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Water Purifier, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Breakfast Nook, Solid Surface Counters, Kitchen Island, Mud Room, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Drywall, Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Blinds
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Exterior Entry,Egress Windows,Bath/Stubbed,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,309
- Total interior livable area: 2,309 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,146
- Finished area below ground: 163
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Heated Garage, Concrete Floors, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Water, Bay View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay
- Waterfront features: All Sports, Sandy Bottom, Gradual Slope to Water, Bluff (less than 10ft), Great Lake, Lake, Sandy Shoreline
- Body of water: West Bay
- Frontage type: Priv Frontage (Across Rd)
- Frontage length: 63
Lot
- Size: 1.64 Acres
- Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Sloped, Steep Slope, Subdivided
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 1100701803
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding, Press Board
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA
- Services included: Snow Removal
Location
- Region: Traverse City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,048/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $405,263
- Annual tax amount: $6,463
- Price range: $2.4M - $2.4M
- Date on market: 8/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,VA Loan,1031 Exchange
- Ownership type: Private Owner
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,420,000-19.3%$1,048/sqft |
Source:  NGLRMLS #1949714 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2026 | Listing removed | $3,000,000$1,299/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1947687 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,000,000+408.5%$1,299/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1947687 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2020 | Sold | $590,000-7.7%$256/sqft |
Source: NGLRMLS #1875305 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $639,000$277/sqft |
Source: Northern Den Realty LLC #1875305 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $10,751 +66.4% | -- |
| 2020 | $6,463 | $295,700 +3.2% |
| 2019 | $6,463 +1.9% | $286,400 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $6,341 | $280,500 +6.1% |
| 2017 | -- | $264,400 +6.9% |
| 2016 | -- | $247,300 -2.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $254,800 +0.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $253,800 -9.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $280,200 -7% |
| 2010 | -- | $301,200 -4.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $314,900 -1.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $319,600 +4.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $305,500 +10.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $275,800 +4.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $263,015 +2.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $256,400 +6.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $240,616 +15.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $208,438 +17.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $177,660 |
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