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Furnished Rental Resort Property
For Sale
$3,800,000

2960 Arbutus Hill Road, Traverse City, MI 49696

Commercial Sale, Traverse City, MI

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size36.50 Acres
Days on Market145

Property Features for 2960 Arbutus Hill Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description COMM - RES
Bathrooms 22
Full bathrooms 22
Rooms Bathroom 22, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 13, Bathroom 17, Bathroom 15, Bathroom 7, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 6, Bathroom 21, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 10, Bathroom 19, Bathroom 8, Bathroom 14, Bathroom 16, Bathroom 20, Bathroom 12, Bathroom 18, Bathroom 9, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 11, Bathroom 5
Interior features Broadband
Elementary school district Traverse City
Middle school district Traverse City
High school district Traverse City
Directions From the Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City, Michigan - head west on South Airport Road to Garfield Road then head south on Garfield to property at the corner of Garfield Road and Arbutus Hill Road.
Standard status Active
APN 28-03-116-019-00
Lot size 36.50 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description Lengthy legal descriptions available by request. Be aware there are six parcels with six lengthy legal descriptions.
Legal Description Lengthy legal descriptions available by request. Be aware there are six parcels with six lengthy legal descriptions.

Utilities

Utilities Propane
Sewer type Septic Tank
Heating system Forced Air
Water source Private, Well

Building Details

Year built 1955
Number of units 20
Roof type Metal
Listing Agency: Traverse City Realty
Listed By: Brenda S Irish-Heintzelman
Added: Apr 22 Changed: Sep 12 Last Checked: Sep 13 at 7:06AM
MLS# 26017794

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This resort property spans 36.5 acres and includes 18 furnished rental units with one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts. The improvements also include a four-bedroom main residence with an attached apartment, along with 22 bathrooms. Building features include a metal roof, forced-air heating, broadband, propane service, a private well, and septic systems.

The property has direct frontage on Garfield Road and is located 8 miles south of Cherry Capital Airport. Traverse City is 12 miles away, while the Brown Bridge Quiet Area and Trailhead, the Arbutus Chain-of-Lakes, and area parks provide nearby recreational destinations. Other regional attractions listed include Interlochen Arts Academy at 21 miles, Sleeping Bear Dunes at 48 miles, and Mackinac Bridge at 124 miles.

The existing accommodations may support resort, vacation rental, corporate retreat, extended-stay, or special-event uses, subject to local zoning and use permits. The Garfield Road frontage also supports consideration of traveler-oriented commercial uses, including retail, office, restaurant, motel, or convenience operations, subject to applicable approvals.

Key Highlights

  • 36.5 acres with direct frontage on Garfield Road
  • 18 furnished rental units with 1-, 2-, and 3‑bedroom layouts
  • Four‑bedroom main residence with attached apartment

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Current Use

Shoestring Resort Hotel & Motel

Suggested Use

Top Pick Gym & Fitness Center Travel Agency Hotel & Motel

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

11
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49696, MI

9,528
Population
5,005
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
41%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
68.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
139
Density / Sq Mi
$96,138
Median Household Income
$46,893
Median Earnings
$1,309
Median Rent
$289,300
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Resort - Resort property with furnished accommodations, a main residence, and direct Garfield Road frontage on 36.5 acres.
Where is this resort located?
The property is located at 2960 Arbutus Hill Road Traverse City, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,800,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 36.5 acres with direct frontage on Garfield Road; 18 furnished rental units with 1-, 2-, and 3‑bedroom layouts; Four‑bedroom main residence with attached apartment
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