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138 W Gillis Street

Traverse City, Michigan 49684
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt904

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Right in the heart of downtown Traverse City, this well-positioned 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo delivers the kind of lifestyle and income potential that savvy investors are actively seeking. Just steps from the shoreline of Grand Traverse Bay, along with award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, and year-round events, the location alone drives consistent demand from both visitors and short-term renters. Inside, the layout is efficient and designed for low-maintenance ownership. Clean lines, functional living space, and lock-and-leave simplicity make it ideal as a personal retreat, second home, or turnkey rental. Whether hosting weekend guests or short-term tenants, the space supports ease of use and strong occupancy potential. The defining feature is the private rooftop deck overlooking the bay an elevated outdoor living space that creates a memorable guest experience and sets this unit apart in the rental market. Morning coffee with water views, sunset evenings above the city, and walkability to everything downtown all translate into lifestyle-driven value that todays renters are willing to pay for. For investors, this is more than a downtown condo, its a strategic asset in one of Northern Michigans most desirable markets. A property that not only offers enjoyment but also the potential to generate income and offset ownership costs in a high-demand, four-season destination.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Condominium

Price : $520,000

AD Id : 85042013

MLS Id : 78080069812

Beds : 2

Living Area Size : 904

Year Built : 2021

Garage : 1 Car

County : Grand Traverse

Subdivision: Whitney Blk 3

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2
  • Room Information

    Total Rooms: 7

    Interior Features

    Appliances: Dishwasher,Oven,Range/Stove,Refrigerator
  • Heating & Cooling

    Cooling: Central Air Heating: Forced Air Heating Fuel: Electric

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2021 Building Stories: 2 Story Foundation/Basement: Slab Architecture: Contemporary
  • Exterior Features

    Construction: Stucco
  • Utility Features

    Sewer: Shared Septic (Common)
  • Water

    Public (Municipal)

  • Property Information

    SQ ft: 904 Subdivision: Gillis Street Development Financing: Cash,Conventional,Trade/Exchange

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price: $520,000
  • Listing Information

    Possession: At Close Legal Description: UNIT 19 – FRESH WATER FLATS II CONDOMINIUM GTC CONDO SUB PLAN NO 469 2021C-00008 MASTER DEED FILED FEBRUARY 8, 2021. 2021C-00017 1ST AMENDMENT TO MASTER FILED APRIL 6, 2021. SPLIT/COMBINED ON 03/19/2021 FROM 28-51-658-017-00 CREATING CHILDREN 28-51-162-00

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 285116200503

    Terms/Deposits/Fees

    Assoc Fee Freq: $Monthly
  • Possession

    At Close
  • Legal Information

    Legal Description: Section: UNIT 19 – FRESH WATER FLATS II CONDOMINIUM GTC CONDO SUB PLAN NO 469 2021C-00008 MASTER DEED FILED FEBRUARY 8, 2021. 2021C-00017 1ST AMENDMENT TO MASTER FILED APRIL 6, 2021. SPLIT/COMBINED ON 03/19/2021 FROM 28-51-658-017-00 CREATING CHILDREN 28-51-162-00

  • Parking Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Size: 1 Car Garage Description: Attached

  • School Information

    School District: Traverse City
  • Utility Information

    Water: Public (Municipal) Sewer: Shared Septic (Common)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/26/2026 @ 16:01

MLS: 78080069812 LISTED BY: Meagan Alexander , Blue Lakes Real Estate Group TC LLC 231-683-2125 SOURCE: Realcomp II Ltd

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