$499,900

4222 Celery Bay Dr Traverse City, MI 49696

Estimated payment $3,211/month

Total Views 6,658
2 Beds
1 Bath
612 Sq Ft
$817 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Boathouse
  • Private Waterfront
  • Private Dock
  • Courtade Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Sandy Beach

About This Home

Step back in time and enjoy the timeless charm of this classic lakeside cottage, set on the outskirts of Traverse City. Perched on a picturesque peninsula that reaches into the crystal-clear, spring-fed waters of Spider Lake, this vintage retreat boasts rare dual frontage. On the lakeside, wake up to wide-open sunrise views across 83 feet of sandy-bottom frontage—perfect for swimming. On the peaceful bay side, enjoy breathtaking sunsets, the calls of nesting loons, and a private fishing dock. A boardwalk, boat dock, patios, deck, and screened porch provide the ultimate setting for outdoor fun and relaxation at this waterfront retreat.

Listing Agent

Matt Geib

Viewpoint Realty License #6502432932 Listed on: 06/03/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,395

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 116x83
  • Private Waterfront
  • 163 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Sandy Beach
  • Wooded Lot
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Parking

  • Private Driveway

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 612 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Blinds
  • Workshop
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Property is near a lake
  • Boathouse
  • Private Dock
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Metes And Bounds Community

Recreation

  • Water Sports

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,395

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: Cottage, 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1950
  • Construction: Frame
  • Private Shared: Private
  • Section Number: 35
  • Year Updated: 2018
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Blinds, Electric Water Heater, Smoke Alarms(s)
  • Interior Amenities: Workshop
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 9.5x8.25, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 9.5x8.75, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 14.25xcombo, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 14.5x6.5, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 17.25xcombo, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Laminate
  • Estimated Above Ground Finished Sq Ft: 612
  • Estimated Below Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 400
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 816.83
  • Range: R 10W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 612

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Boat House
  • Body Of Water: Spider Lake
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Screened Porch, Gutters
  • Exterior Finish: Vinyl
  • Foundation: Walkout, Block, Daylight Windows, Unfinished
  • Number Of Acres: 0.22
  • Road: Gravel, Shared
  • Roof: Asphalt, Composite
  • Water Features: Priv Frontage (Wtr Side), Inland Lake, All Sports, Private Dock, Sandy Bottom, Public Lake
  • Waterfront Frontage: 163

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Private

Utilities

  • Heating Cooling Types: Forced Air, Central Air
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 10x8, On Level: Lower Floor, Flooring: Concrete
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Cable TV, Cable Internet
  • Water: Private Well

Association/Amenities

  • Development Name: Metes and bounds

Schools

  • School District: Traverse City Area Public Schools

Lot Info

  • Deeded Waterfront: Yes
  • Land Features: Wooded-Hardwoods, Wooded, Evergreens
  • Lot Dimensions: 116x83
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential, Outbuildings Allowed

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Traverse City Area Public Schools

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,395 $199,900 $0 $0
2024 $4,337 $158,200 $0 $0
2023 $4,141 $116,000 $0 $0
2022 $4,860 $114,900 $0 $0
2021 $4,696 $116,000 $0 $0
2020 $4,621 $108,400 $0 $0
2019 $4,599 $102,000 $0 $0
2018 $4,355 $96,600 $0 $0
2017 -- $95,800 $0 $0
2016 -- $93,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $88,300 $0 $0
2012 -- $86,310 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/03/2025 06/03/25 For Sale $499,900 +70.6% $817 / Sq Ft
08/14/2018 08/14/18 Sold $293,000 0.0% $479 / Sq Ft
06/28/2018 06/28/18 Off Market $293,000 -- --
06/19/2018 06/19/18 For Sale $299,900 +41.5% $490 / Sq Ft
06/22/2017 06/22/17 Sold $212,000 -3.6% $346 / Sq Ft
05/31/2017 05/31/17 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2017 05/18/17 For Sale $219,900 -- $359 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $212,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1934630

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 03-235-016-00