Traverse City Real Estate Market is still moving in a positive direction this week. Values are up in on and off water homes with inventory levels still low in our off water homes. Now is a great time to buy or sell a home Call Today to speak with one of our Real Estate Specialists  231-944-9906 Ask about our Hero Reward Program         Weekly Market Statistics          09/09/2013 thru 09/15/2013 174 New Listings 84  Sold Listings 315 Pending    Sales By Classification 66  Residential $26,000  to $1,500,000  Median $153,500 Mean $244,056 18  Vacant Land $2,500 to $239,900 Median $33,500 Mean $58,611 0    Commercial     Sales by Location 19 Antrim County 05 Benzie County 32 Grand Traverse County 12 Kalkaska County 16 Leelanau County 00 Wexford County   Expired Listings   41   Year over Ye... 09/15/2013

Traverse City real estate market is still moving in a strong positive direction Even with the Holidy week, we still saw 108 closings Thinking of Selling or Buying? Call Today  231-944-9906 and one of our real estate specialists will be glad to assist you Ask about our Hero Rewards Program       Weekly Market Statistics          09/02/2013 thru 09/08/2013 142 New Listings 108 Sold Listings 301 Pending    Sales By Classification 89  Residential $12,500  to $,1795,000 Median $161,710 Mean $205,709 17  Vacant Land $8,250 to $300,000 Median $30,000 Mean $87,073 2    Commercial $1,203 Lease to $139,900    Sales by Location 16 Antrim County 13 Benzie County 46 Grand Traverse County 15 Kalkaska County 15 Leelanau County 03 Wexford County   Expired Listings   110   Year over Year Comparison for ... 09/08/2013

By Lynn Geiger   Long-dubbed ‘Traffic City’ by some locals, traffic in Traverse City is no longer viewed as just a summer problem. Planners say the region’s transportation infrastructure was not built to handle anywhere near today’s capacities, regardless of the season. While opinions vary about how bad local road traffic truly is, the issue and possible solutions are generating more and more debate among area leaders. Here’s a quick glance at what local officials and transportation advocates are proposing as fixes and why. Getting Across Town East-west mobility is Traverse City’s biggest traffic problem, according to Garfield Township Supervisor Chuck Korn, and he maintains a Hartman-Hammond bridge over the Boardman River in Garfield Township is still the best solution – even after fi... 09/04/2013

Traverse City Real Estate Market Report We are seeing strong and steady movement in our maket place. Inventory levels in some price ranges is very low and our off water time on market is just over 4 months with prices up. NOW is a great time to list and sell your home Call our office today and speak with one of our listing specialists  231-944-9906 Ask about our Hero Rewards Program for Police, Fire, Military and EMS Personnel.         Weekly Market Statistics          08/26/2013 thru 09/01/2013 170 New Listings 99  Sold Listings 304 Pending    Sales By Classification 71  Residential $20,000  to $1,200,000 Median $170,000 Mean $210,139 26  Vacant Land $5,700 to $285,000 Median $37,750 Mean $69,088 2    Commercial $8 SF Lease to $97,500    Sales by Location 12 Antrim County 16 Benzie Cou... 09/02/2013

 Traverse City Real Estate Market continues to change in many areas.  Home values are up and in high demand in certain price points and locations.  Thinking about buying or selling?  Call today and speak to one of our Speacilists about the market your needs.     Weekly Market Statistics          08/19/2013 thru 08/25/2013 162 New Listings 87  Sold Listings 296 Pending    Sales By Classification 60  Residential $1,150 (Lease)  to $905,000 Median $161,750 Mean $183,023 21  Vacant Land $3,500 to $905,000 Median $82,000 Mean $122,000 6    Commercial $8 SF Lease to $121,000    Sales by Location 13 Antrim County 08 Benzie County 31 Grand Traverse County 13 Kalkaska County 19 Leelanau County 03 Wexford County   Expired Listings   71   Year over Year Comparison for Grand Traverse County on & of... 08/25/2013

5 Midwestern Small Towns to Visit Now Posted by Kristine Hansen on August 16, 2013 at 11:34:07 AM EDT | Post a Comment   Native Midwesterners often joke about "the six weeks of summer," but the season of warmth actually stretches much longer than this, and one thing is for certain: towns in the Heartland celebrate summer very well. There's no better place to relax in the sun than these charming, quaint towns that exude Americana. Upon arrival, expect to be lured in by adorable antique shops, cute cafes, beautiful bakeries, and amazing art galleries. Here are five of the best. Stillwater, Minnesota Rambling Victorian homes and a vibrant downtown make Stillwater—along the St. Croix River—ultra charming. Restaurant and imbibing opti... 08/20/2013

      Weekly Market Statistics          08/12/2013 thru 08/18/2013 182 New Listings 87  Sold Listings 295 Pending    Sales By Classification 71  Residential $16,666 to $1,450,000 Median $135,000 Mean $233,404 13  Vacant Land $11,950 to $258,000 Median $25,200 Mean $51,665 3    Commercial $3,500 Lease to $405,000    Sales by Location 12 Antrim County 07 Benzie County 41 Grand Traverse County 06 Kalkaska County 17 Leelanau County 04 Wexford County   Expired Listings   49   Year over Year Comparison for Grand Traverse County on & off water homes   Off Water Homes All Values   Current Listings        693  Sales                         08/12 to 08/13  1,112  08/11 to 08/12  970  Average DOM            129 or 4.3 Months  Value Direction          Up 9.8%  Market Activity           Up 14.6%   I... 08/18/2013

August 12, 2013 By Al Parker   Major changes are underway along both East and West arms of Grand Traverse Bay. While visible progress is underway on the Acme Shoreline Park, another waterfront project is quietly moving closer to reality in Greilickville. The plan calls for the development of the township’s M-22 commercial corridor, including the installation of a boulevard, sidewalks and landscaping. The concept is to make the area more pedestrian and traffic-friendly. Parking areas would be connected with a series of small access roads and shared driveways to reduce the number of curb cuts. The project would help connect the businesses along the west side of M-22 with the waterfront amenities on the east side of the busy roadway. A public hearing on the project was held in July and dr... 08/11/2013

      Traverse City Real Estate Market is still moving in a strong direction.  Values for off water homes are up 10% over this time last year and buyers are realizing that low bidding is not the best course of action to take.   Thinking of selling your home?  CALL TODAY  231-944-9906 One of our Listing Specialists can help you price your home to sell for the best price in the shortest amount of time.       Weekly Market Statistics          08/05/2013 thru 08/11/2013 164 New Listings 82  Sold Listings 293 Pending    Sales By Classification 66  Residential $15,000 to $950,000 Median $177,500 Mean $215,496 13  Vacant Land $13,000 to $155,000 Median $35,000 Mean $69,030 3    Commercial $6 SF Lease to $700,000    Sales by Location 11 Antrim County 11 Benzie County 41 Grand Traverse County 05... 08/11/2013

Joe Baur | Tuesday, July 30, 2013   Paul Sutherland, President and CIO of the FIM Group, commutes by bus from Suttons Bay and then walks to work. / Beth Price Related Tags Building Communities, Entrepreneurship, Transportation  Traverse City      Few would be surprised to find out New York City, San Francisco and Boston rank highly as walkable cities. The three round out WalkScore.com's favorite large cities, which measures a resident's ability to live life without a car. Michigan's large cities don't fare quite as well. Detroit scores a "somewhat walkable" 50. Grand Rapids does slightly better at 54--hardly worth bragging rights. Much of Michigan's poor walkability ranking can ... 08/05/2013

The Traverse City Real Estate market has seen one of the best weeks all summer.   We are anticipating a very strong end of summer and early Fall market.  If you are thinking of buying or selling  ~ Call Cherry Wings Realty TODAY  231-409-4140 ask about our Hero Rewards Program       Weekly Market Statistics          07/29/2013 thru 08/04/2013 187 New Listings 137 Sold Listings 271 Pending    Sales By Classification 95  Residential $25,000 to $1,040,000 Median $151,500 Mean $107,760 35  Vacant Land $8,000 to $475,000 Median $47,500 Mean $98,814 7    Commercial $6 SF Lease to $165,000    Sales by Location 12 Antrim County 14 Benzie County 84 Grand Traverse County 07 Kalkaska County 19 Leelanau County 01 Wexford County   Expired Listings   105   Year over Year Comparison for Grand Traverse... 08/04/2013

$384,000 , 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half baths, 3,158 square feet     Christine Stalsonburg | Cherry Wings Realty | (231) 409-4140 685 Napolean Way, Traverse City, MI Commanding views of East Grand Traverse Bay ~ Cherry Ridge Estates. 4BR/3+1BA Single Family House   offered at $384,000 Year Built 2000 Sq Footage 3,158 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 3 Car garage Lot Size 23,086 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Enjoy unobstructed views of East Grand Traverse Bay while having your morning coffee or entertaining guests on your expansive deck that surrounds the entire from and side of this custom built home. Nestled in the woods, this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is accented inside with floor to ceiling windows to enjoy the views of the bay. Hardwood flooring ... 08/04/2013

$269,900 , 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 0 half baths, 3,034 square feet     Christine Stalsonburg | Cherry Wings Realty | (231) 409-4140 50 Pleasant Ln, Traverse City, MI This prestigious 2900+ square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is nestled in the upscale neighborhood of Windmill Farms. Situated at the end of a private 3BR/2BA Single Family House   offered at $269,900 Year Built 2002 Sq Footage 3,034 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 54,014 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION This prestigious 2900+ square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is nestled in the upscale neighborhood of Windmill Farms. Situated at the end of a private road on 1.23 acres, this lot is encompassed by mature pines and professional landscaping. Enjoy the vaulted ceilings and... 08/04/2013

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      We are still seeing a very active market with steady pricing and lower than normal levels of homes for sale in certain price points.       Weekly Market Statistics          07/12/2013 thru 07/28/2013 216 New Listings 77  Sold Listings 306 Pending    Sales By Classification 66  Residential $14,900 to $950,000 Median $159,000 Mean $199,286 9    Vacant Land $8,000 to $213,000 Median $32,500 Mean $65,277 2   Commercial $1800 to 2,449 (Lease)    Sales by Location 14 Antrim County 07 Benzie County 40 Grand Traverse County 02 Kalkaska County 10 Leelanau County 04 Wexford County   Expired Listings   27   Year over Year Comparison for Grand Traverse County on & off water homes   Off Water Homes All Values   Current Listings        677  Sales                         07/12 to 07/13  1,113  0... 07/28/2013

DDA Eyeing Downtown Traverse City Improvements July 26, 2013 By Beth Milligan   From improving trash collection systems to extending the Boardman River boardwalk to sprucing up crosswalk bumpouts, the Traverse City Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is currently spearheading a number of beautification projects in an effort to enhance the downtown corridor.Taking Out the Trash Locals and tourists alike have complained about unusually high levels of trash in downtown Traverse City this year, citing overflowing bins on Front Street, litter on the beaches and messy public bathrooms at Clinch Park. DDA Interim Executive Director Rob Bacigalupi says increasing numbers of visitors – “generally a good problem to have” – means the DDA must now consider both short-term and long-term solutions ... 07/26/2013

Traverse City Real Estate Market is holding strong and steady. If you are looking to buy or sell a home, call our office today to speak with one of our Realtors   231-944-9906   Ask about our "Hero Rewards Program"     Weekly Market Statistics          07/15/2013 thru 07/21/2013 201 New Listings 71  Sold Listings 301 Pending    Sales By Classification 49  Residential $10,300 to $1,600,000 Median $163,000 Mean $242,741 19  Vacant Land $1,000 to $349,000 Median $54,000 Mean $94,560  3   Commercial $650 (Lease) to $147,500    Sales by Location 05 Antrim County 08 Benzie County 36 Grand Traverse County 10 Kalkaska County 10 Leelanau County 02 Wexford County   Expired Listings   50   Year over Year Comparison for Grand Traverse County on & off water homes   Off Water Homes All Values   Curre... 07/22/2013

  Off water values are on the rise.  Up just over 11% from this time last year.   Now is a great time to sell.  Call one of our team members at 231-944-9906 today For A Free Market Analysis Of Your Home     Weekly Market Statistics          07/08/2013 thru 07/14/2013 192 New Listings 100 Sold Listings 294 Pending    Sales By Classification 73  Residential $9,500 to $1,150,000 Median $199,900 Mean $247,563 21  Vacant Land $8,000 to $429,000 Median $23,900 Mean $90,080  6   Commercial $5 sf (Lease) to $499,000    Sales by Location 13 Antrim County 07 Benzie County 48 Grand Traverse County 13 Kalkaska County 15 Leelanau County 04 Wexford County   Expired Listings   47   Year over Year Comparison for Grand Traverse County on & off water homes   Off Water Homes All Values   Current Listings ... 07/14/2013

By Beth Milligan   Traverse City hotels are capitalizing on a resurgent economy and multiple national accolades by investing in property expansions and pricey renovations. West Bay Beach, a Holiday Inn Resort, is among the latest hospitality properties to undergo a major remodeling. In 2012, ValStone Partners, LLC, a Michigan-based private equity firm, purchased the hotel – which sits in a prime location on West Grand Traverse Bay in downtown Traverse City – and immediately set about overhauling the facility. The recently completed $4.5 million renovation updated every inch of the hotel's 179 rooms, two pools, two restaurants, lobby, meeting space and beachside patio. The makeover earned the hotel a Holiday Inn Resort designation, the first property outside of the east or west coasts t... 07/13/2013

If you currently have your home on the market and are experiencing a decline in showings, this is probably because of the current condition of most market segments.  There are several things causing this slowing that are addressed below.  It appears that many are holding a more wait and see attitude for purchasing.     For complete details on what the market in  your area is doing, give our team of specialists a call today 231-944-9906 Ask about our Heroes Home Advantage Program www.HeroesHomeAdvantage.com        Weekly Market Statistics          07/01/2013 thru 07/07/2013 214 New Listings 54  Sold Listings 306 Pending    Sales By Classification 36  Residential $31,000 to $740,000 Median $165,950 Mean $210,973 19  Vacant Land $7,000 to $370,000 Median $47,500 Mean $70,942  2   Commercia... 07/07/2013