Waterfront Duplex with Two
New
For Sale
$720,000
4256 N Spider Lake Road, Traverse City, MI 49696
Multi-Family, Cottage, 1 Story, Traverse City, MI
Property Size1,456 SF
Lot Size0.43 Acres
Price / SF$494.51
Days on Market4
Property Features for 4256 N Spider Lake Road
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
Residential
Zoning description
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Full bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2
Patio and Porch features
Deck
Interior features
Solarium/Sun Room
Exterior features
Deck
Appliances
Refrigerator, Oven/Range
Elementary school district
Traverse City Area Public Schools
Middle school district
Traverse City Area Public Schools
High school district
Traverse City Area Public Schools
Directions
Rasho Road South to N Spider Lake Rd, homes on right.
Subdivision
Grand Traverse
Standard status
Active
Size
1,456 SF
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
PART OF LOT 241 OF TH PLAT OF WILDWOOD PARK COMM NW LOT COR OF SD LOT 241 TH S 0 DEG 38' W ALG TH W LN OF SD LOT 260.30' TH S 89 DEG 48' E 67.2' TO TH SHORE OF SPIDER LAKE TH NELY ALG SD SHR TO TH E LN OF SD LOT 241 TH N 0 DEG 38' E 223.45' TH N 89 DEG 48
Legal Description
PART OF LOT 241 OF TH PLAT OF WILDWOOD PARK COMM NW LOT COR OF SD LOT 241 TH S 0 DEG 38' W ALG TH W LN OF SD LOT 260.30' TH S 89 DEG 48' E 67.2' TO TH SHORE OF SPIDER LAKE TH NELY ALG SD SHR TO TH E LN OF SD LOT 241 TH N 0 DEG 38' E 223.45' TH N 89 DEG 48
Utilities
Water source
Private
Water front features
Lake
Water front
1
Amenities
sandy beach
sunroom
large lakeside deck
Building Details
Year built
1959
Floors in Building
1
Number of units
2
Building materials
Frame
Roof type
Metal, Asphalt
Architectural style
Other, Cottage
Listing Agency:
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices - TC
(231) 947-7777
Listed By:
Kenneth Weaver · License #6501310917
(231) 668-6303
Added: Sep 2
Changed: Sep 5
Last Checked: Sep 5 at 12:06PM
MLS# 1950207
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This residential duplex property comprises two separate frame cottages totaling 1,456 square feet on a 0.43-acre waterfront parcel. The one-bedroom, one-bath cottage and the two-bedroom, one-bath cottage include updated interiors, mini-split heating and cooling, and furnishings and household goods that convey. The larger cottage adds a sunroom and lakeside deck, while the property also includes kayaks, private water service, asphalt and metal roofing, and a mix of refrigerator and oven/range appliances.
Set on Spider Lake, the property has a sandy beach, level grounds, and lake frontage. Its township-recognized Cabin Court designation exempts it from local short-term rental restrictions. The address is near downtown Traverse City, the VASA Trail, state land, hiking, biking, ORV trails, and year-round recreational areas.
Set on Spider Lake, the property has a sandy beach, level grounds, and lake frontage. Its township-recognized Cabin Court designation exempts it from local short-term rental restrictions. The address is near downtown Traverse City, the VASA Trail, state land, hiking, biking, ORV trails, and year-round recreational areas.
Key Highlights
- Two separate cottages totaling 1,456 square feet on 0.43 acres
- One‑bedroom, one‑bath and two‑bedroom, one‑bath cottage configurations
- Spider Lake waterfront with sandy beach and lake frontage
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
2
Residential units
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
20
Businesses Nearby
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two updated cottages offer sandy lake frontage, established rental history, and flexible owner-use possibilities.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 4256 N Spider Lake Road Traverse City, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $720,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two separate cottages totaling 1,456 square feet on 0.43 acres; One‑bedroom, one‑bath and two‑bedroom, one‑bath cottage configurations; Spider Lake waterfront with sandy beach and lake frontage
