# 489 Peninsula Trail, Traverse City, MI 49696

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/1ba single family, $625,000 ($630/sqft), built 1961, 992 sqft.
> Waterfront, View, Basement. Est. $2,708/mo. Listed 20 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $625,000 |
| Price/sqft | $630 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 992 |
| Year Built | 1961 |
| Lot Size | 16,117 sqft (0.37 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 20 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Waterfront** - Direct water access
- **Views** - Water

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $2,708 |
| **Total** | **$2,708** |

## Key Amenities

- Waterfront
- View
- Basement

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1961
- 0.37 acre lot
- 1 parking spaces
- Waterfront

## Description

### Agent Description
This charming Spider Lake cottage offers the perfect Up North getaway! Just steps from the water’s edge, this rare find features an ideal south-facing sandy beach with pristine, sandy-bottom frontage, perfect for swimming, kayaking, or relaxing by the shore. Enjoy sparkling lake views from every vantage point and unwind in a retreat that blends classic cottage character with thoughtful updates throughout. Offered turnkey and ready for immediate enjoyment, it’s a timeless setting where memories are made and cherished for generations to come.

## Location

- **Address:** 489 Peninsula Trail, Traverse City, MI 49696
- **County:** Grand Traverse
- **Coordinates:** 44.677678, -85.493797
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=44.677678,-85.493797

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Matthew Geib
- **Brokerage:** Viewpoint Realty
- **Phone:** 2313573265
- **Email:** matt@yourviewpointrealty.com

## Primary Photo

![489 Peninsula Trail - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/4f7ee3687dbecad949c1ad2d25b26561l-f751818722r.jpg)

*36 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/489-peninsula-trail-traverse-city-mi-49696-1944989)*

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**MLS#:** 1944989 | **Updated:** 2026-06-18
**Source:** listhub

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