1040 Umber Drive, Traverse City, MI 49696
Traditions · Grand Traverse County
Key Facts
Description
The Umber Uplift Practically new. Perfectly placed. Completely turn-key. Just 5.7 miles from downtown Traverse City, this corner-lot ranch in Traditions delivers country calm with easy access to town. Sunrise glows on the covered front porch, perfect for morning coffee. The back deck is — perfect for lounging, container gardens, and summer tomatoes. The dog park is steps from your front door, and mature trees frame the neighborhood with Northern Michigan charm. Inside, vaulted ceilings and oversized windows create bright, airy living. Luxury vinyl flooring flows throughout. The island kitchen shines with granite counters, soft-close white cabinetry, and stainless appliances — including a gas range with convection oven. It’s stylish, efficient, and ready for gathering. The primary bedroom comfortably fits a king-sized bed. The second bedroom flexes beautifully as guest space, office, reading room, or creative studio. A dedicated laundry room with Maytag washer and dryer, and plenty of space for the necessities. Storage is generous with a four-foot insulated poured concrete crawl space. Two designated parking spots sit directly in front of the home. Paved neighborhood roads are ideal for biking, and Logan’s Landing at Boardman Lake is just 3.8 miles away — bring your kayak, paddleboard, or bike and lean into the lifestyle. For $80/month, the association handles lawn care, sprinklers, snow removal, and trash — creating true low-maintenance living. With larger homes in the neighborhood priced significantly higher, this is a smart, versatile opportunity — ideal for a starter home, downsizing dream, Northern Michigan getaway, or 30-day minimum rental investment. Effortless. Elevated. Ready to CELEBRATE your next chapter.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch / Cottage
Year Built
2021
Stories
1
Living Area
850 sq ft
Days on Market
68
MLS® Listing#
1942485
Property Features
Interior
Exterior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Fireplace
Basement
Parking
Laundry
Patio
Lot Features
Construction
Roof
Windows
Other Structures
Community
Utilities
Sewer
Water Source
Financial Details
HOA
$960 / Annually
Annual Taxes
$2,910
Tax year 2024
Assessed Value
$106,700
Parcel Number
05-319-204-00
Directions
Garfield to Rusch Road. Take a right into the Traditions Neighborhood. Turn right at the roundabout. Home is on the left across from the dog park.
Affordability Calculator
$55,980
Estimated monthly payment
$1,490/mo
Principal $223,920 · Est. interest $312,388 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Traverse City, MI
- $237,421
- Median Listing Price
- 58
- Median Days on Market
- 1,500
- Median Sq Ft
- $136
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 13,813
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 18% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 142% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Traverse City, MI.
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Nearby Schools
Traverse City Christian School
Secondary · 0.7 mi away
Traverse City Area Public Schools Operations
School · 1.4 mi away
Sabin Elementary School
Elementary · 1.9 mi away
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Middle School
Elementary · 2.0 mi away
Cherry Knoll Elementary School
Elementary · 2.2 mi away
East Middle School
Elementary · 2.3 mi away
Grand Traverse Academy
School · 2.5 mi away
TC Adventist School
School · 3.2 mi away
Traverse Bay Mennonite School
School · 3.4 mi away
Traverse Heights Elementary School
Elementary · 3.5 mi away
Traverse City High School
Secondary · 3.5 mi away
Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School
School · 3.6 mi away
Manufacturing Technology Academy
School · 3.6 mi away
North Ed Career Tech
Secondary · 3.6 mi away
Kitchi Minogining Tribal School
School · 3.6 mi away
Tcaps Montessori School
Elementary · 4.0 mi away
West Middle School
Secondary · 4.0 mi away
Glenn Loomis Elementary School
Elementary · 4.0 mi away
Tcaps Montessori School
Elementary · 4.0 mi away
Trinity Lutheran Church & School, LCMS
Elementary · 4.1 mi away
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