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#1932845, Molly Buttleman, Listing Office: @properties Christie's Int'l
$4,399,000 List price
2721 Nelson Rd Traverse City, MI 49686
4 beds
4 full, 2 partial
6,945 sqft
8.4 acres
$633 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2721 Nelson Rd
Old Mission Peninsulas' Most Photographed Home. Designed by William McDonough- google him!- world renown architect. Environmentally conscious, naturally designed, intelligent green building. Driving up to this home is itself a special experience as you are greeted by endless views of the bays and vines, then a fabulous Wisteria covered pergola. Step into the foyer which doubles as a solar furnace passively warming the house & into a show stopper of a home, built for entertaining & comfortable living. The home incorporates perfect opportunities to display art, showcasing Alan Houser's bronze sculptures lining the gallery. This home has the most magnificent office, 4 en suite bedrooms, gardens on two sides of the home, and a 50-ft underground wine cellar with brick flooring and redwood racks-naturally climate-controlled. There is even indoor spa with Brazilian Cypress wood detail from a renewable forest overlooking the bay and the vineyards. It is truly an architectural masterpiece with 10 cement foundation walls, copper curved roof lines that are gorgeous against the rolling topography. Custom black walnut cabinetry details in the fine trim work of the kitchen, dining & family rooms, and loft office. Striking steel pipe columns with wood beam saddles, Smart home with sound system, wired fire/security alarms, and automatic blinds. Radiant floor heat, Custom cabinetry, granite countertops, Baldwin hardware, and solid 1‚ ¾‚ birch doors. River and ponds built into the landscape. There is an additional 11.5 acre vineyard for sale off Nelson Rd. 0 Nelson Rd. Please note that the home will be sold in as- is condition.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Forced Air, Humidity Control, Natural Gas, Radiant
StatusActive
CoolingAttic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan
Size6,945 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size8.44 Acres
Year built1996
ParkingThree Car Garage, Attached, Garage, Heated Garage, Garage Door Opener
MLS #78080057590
Attached garage3 spaces
FireplaceGas Fireplace
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Water Softener
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Cathedral Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Jetted Tub, Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Fireplace: Gas Fireplace
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Three Car Garage, Attached, Garage, Heated Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Balcony
- Architectural Style: More than 2 Stories, Contemporary
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Humidity Control, Natural Gas, Radiant
- Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Exhaust Fan
- List Price: $4,399,000
- Price/SqFt: $633
- Annual Tax Amount: $24,454
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Farm, Sloped, Split Possible, Sprinklers
- Year Built: 1996
- Living Area: 6,945 SqFt
- Lot Size: 8.44 Acres
- MLS Number: 78080057590
- MLS Name: Aspire North REALTORS
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traver
- Office Phone: (231) 922-2350
- Listing Agent: Shawn Schmidt, Carly Petrucci
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,389,400 | $24,454 |
| 2023 | $992,500 | $- |
| 2022 | $1,063,700 | $23,187 |
| 2021 | $992,500 | $21,642 |
| 2020 | $889,700 | $21,536 |
| 2019 | $889,700 | $- |
| 2018 | $807,900 | $- |
| 2017 | $791,600 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Old Mission Peninsula School
Public Charter KG-6
0.8 mi
•2699 Island View Rd
7
Lakeland Elementary School
Public District PK-5
6.7 mi
•616 Buckley St
4
Eastern Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.1 mi
•1600 Eastern Ave
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 $84,036. The most common annual income of people living in Traverse City, MI is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
19%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
12%
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?
23%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
54%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
23%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2721 Nelson Rd
The listing price of 2721 Nelson Rd property is $4,399,000.
The property 2721 Nelson Rd is a house located in Traverse City, Michigan, 49686.
Active Listing: 2721 Nelson Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 2721 Nelson Rd are: Old Mission Peninsula School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lakeland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Eastern Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cherryland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Tcaps Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Traverse City West Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Sunrise Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Elk Rapids High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $24,454 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 2721 Nelson Rd has 4 bedrooms and 4 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 2721 Nelson Rd is 6,945 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2721 Nelson Rd is 1996.
This home is located at 2721 Nelson Rd in Traverse City, MI and zip code 49686. This 6,945 square foot home, which was built in 1996, sits on a 8.44 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,399,000.
Over 19 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Traverse City, MI. In the same period over 43 listings were sold below the listed price and 14 listings were sold for the listed price. Between March and April 2025, Traverse City, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 28.8%. Listings spent 64 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $453,051 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.