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#1936512, Leanne Deeren, Listing office: REO-TCFront-233021
$350,000 List price
1280 Garfield Rd S Traverse City, MI 49696
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,495 sqft
4.2 acres
$234 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1280 Garfield Rd S
Escape to your own slice of country living with this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on 4.2 beautiful acres filled with mature trees—including one of the last grand elms in the area. Bring your vision and creativity—this home needs some TLC, but the potential is endless! Step out onto the large deck and take in the peaceful views of your private acreage. The greenhouse, complete with electric and water, is ready for you to turn gardening dreams into reality. The lower level walk-out offers the perfect workshop space with easy access for all your hobbies and projects. If you’ve been looking for a property where you can build sweat equity and make it truly your own, this is your chance. Peaceful setting, spacious land, and endless possibilities await!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water, Baseboard
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,495 sqft
Lot size4.24 Acres
Year built1935
ParkingGravel,Private, None
MLS #1936618
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Interior: Pantry, Great Room, Drywall
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Gravel,Private, None
- Waterfront: None
- Exterior: Deck,Countryside View,Gutters, Vinyl
- Architectural Style: Ranch, 1 Story
- Heating: Hot Water, Baseboard
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $350,000
- Price/SqFt: $234
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,252
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Cleared, Wooded, Level
- Directions: Home is just south of the intersection of Three Mile Rd and S Garfied Rd.
- Year Built: 1935
- Living Area: 1,495 SqFt
- Lot Size: 4.24 Acres
- MLS Number: 1936618
- MLS Name: TAAR
- Office Name: REO-TCRandolph-233022
- Office Phone: (231) 944-4959
- Listing Agent: Ann Porter
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $137,100 | $1,252 |
| 2023 | $80,200 | $- |
| 2022 | $94,200 | $1,193 |
| 2021 | $80,200 | $1,151 |
| 2020 | $73,500 | $1,136 |
| 2019 | $67,000 | $- |
| 2018 | $63,800 | $- |
| 2017 | $60,500 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Cherry Knoll Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.1 mi
•1800 3 Mile Rd N
6
Courtade Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.4 mi
•1111 Rasho Rd
3
Blair Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.9 mi
•1625 Sawyer Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $62,139. The most common annual income of people living in Traverse City, MI is between $35k-100k. Most families are married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
20%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
22%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
35%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
24%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Bass Pro Shops
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jimmy Johns
Hardee's
Texas Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
GMC
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
Classic Country
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1280 Garfield Rd S
The listing price of 1280 Garfield Rd S property is $350,000.
The property 1280 Garfield Rd S is a house located in Traverse City, Michigan, 49696.
Active Listing: 1280 Garfield Rd S is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1280 Garfield Rd S are: Cherry Knoll Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Courtade Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Blair Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Traverse City East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Kingsley Area Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Woodland School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Grand Traverse Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Traverse City High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kingsley Area High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,252 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1280 Garfield Rd S has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1280 Garfield Rd S is 1,495 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1280 Garfield Rd S is 1935.
This home is located at 1280 Garfield Rd S in Traverse City, MI and zip code 49696. This 1,495 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 4.24 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $350,000.
Traverse City, MI housing market in June 2025 saw over 28 listings sold above listed price, more than 34 sold at listed price and over 56 sold below. The number of listings in Traverse City, MI increased by 12.7% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $445,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 60 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.