2721 Nelson Road
Traverse City, MI, 49686 $ 4,199,000
Bedrooms5 Baths4.2 Sq 6,945 Monthly Estimate*
$ 26,196
for $4,199,000 with 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths, 2 half baths. This 6,945 square foot home was built in 1996 on a lot size of 8.44.
Old Mission Peninsulaâs Most Photographed Home â Iconic Green Design by William McDonough. One-of-a-kind sustainable estate with 360° development, protected views of Grand Traverse Bay, vineyards, and orchards. Designed by world-renowned green architect William McDonough, this 5-bed, 6-bath home offers environmentally conscious luxury across 8.44 acres with producing vineyards (Merlot, Gamay Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Riesling). Features include a passive solar entry, indoor lap pool with panoramic windows, main floor art gallery, loft office with bay views, and a 50-ft underground wine cellar with redwood racks. Lower-level gallery includes a kitchenette, game room, and 3 bedrooms with stunning views. Designed for entertaining. Exquisite craftsmanship throughout: curved copper rooflines, steel columns with custom wood saddles, radiant floor heating, dual-zone HVAC, smart home system, 3 fireplaces, ADA-accessible 1¾" solid birch doors, granite countertops, Baldwin/Kohler fixtures, and custom cabinetry. Professionally landscaped with river and pond features. Two gardens could be re-imagined as additional decking. Sale of vineyard grapes to Black Star Farms can be negotiated. Additional 11.5-acre vineyard parcel available across the road. Sold as-is for the next visionary to make it theirs. A rare opportunity to own a celebrated architectural masterpiece.
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FeaturesInteriorInterior Amenities Jetted Tub Cathedral Ceilings Built-In Bookcase Foyer Entrance Walk-In Closet(s) Wet Bar Pantry Indoor Pool Breakfast Nook Loft Granite Bath Tops Granite Kitchen Tops Solid Surface Counters Island Ki
Basement Walkout Poured Concrete Daylight Windows Entrance Outside Finished Rooms Full Finished Entrance Inside
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GeneralRoof Other
Zoning Agricultural Agricultural Res
Sewer Private Septic
Construction Brick Frame Steel
HOA Fee Includes None
School District Traverse City Area Public Schools
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ExteriorGarage Capacity 3
Water Features Water View Pond Available for Purchase Deeded Easement
Land Features Working Farm Existing Vineyard Sloping
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByColdwell Banker Schmidt TraverBroker
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $759,975
Percent of Sale Price 82%
About Traverse City, MI 15,817 Population
7% Since 2002
$ 49,237 Median Income
41.86 Median Age
21% Households with Children
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 9/24/2025 | $4,199,000 | -4.55% | Price Down |
| 5/24/2025 | $4,399,000 | | Listed Price |