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Furnished Rental Resort Property
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$3,800,000

2960 Arbutus Hill Road, Traverse City, MI 49696

COMMERCIAL - Traverse City, MI

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size36.50 Acres
Days on Market122

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 17, Bathroom 20, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 13, Bathroom 6, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 9, Bathroom 21, Bathroom 10, Bathroom 19, Bathroom 8, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 7, Bathroom 12, Bathroom 22, Bathroom 16, Bathroom 11, Bathroom 15, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 18, Bathroom 14, 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: Aug 5 Last Checked: Aug 21 at 6:06PM
MLS# 26017794

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Set across 36.5 acres, this resort property includes 18 furnished rental units with one-, two-, and three-bedroom configurations. The site also features a four-bedroom main residence with an attached apartment, providing additional on-site accommodations. Improvements date to 1955 and include a metal roof, forced-air heating, broadband, propane service, a private well, and septic infrastructure.

The property is 8 miles south of Cherry Capital Airport and offers access to the Traverse City area, with downtown marina facilities 12 miles away. Nearby recreational destinations include the Brown Bridge Quiet Area and Trailhead, the Arbutus Chain-of-Lakes, and surrounding parks. Other listed regional attractions include Flintfields Horseshows and Turtle Creek Casino, each 16 miles away, Interlochen Arts Academy at 21 miles, Sleeping Bear Dunes at 48 miles, and Mackinac Bridge at 124 miles. Additional uses are subject to local zoning and use permits.

Key Highlights

  • 36.5‑acre resort property in Traverse City, MI
  • 18 furnished rentals with 1-, 2-, and 3‑BR layouts
  • Four‑bedroom main residence with attached apartment

Property Analytics

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

20
Residential units
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

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 - Eighteen furnished units include one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts alongside an on-site residence and apartment.
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‑acre resort property in Traverse City, MI; 18 furnished rentals with 1-, 2-, and 3‑BR layouts; Four‑bedroom main residence with attached apartment
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