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A dense residential neighborhood
Traverse Heights is a residential community built to accommodate walking and cycling, close enough to destinations to leave the car behind. Streets laid out in a grid pattern complement connected sidewalks that link to bike and pedestrian routes beyond the neighborhood. Hull Park and the Boardman Lake Trail provide opportunities to get outside, and the Traverse Area District Library, within the neighborhood, hosts community events such as ice cream socials, music workshops and educational clubs.
Traverse Heights contains a variety of different homes, big and small.
The Traverse Area District Library offers community events and classes to Traverse Heights.
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Going kayaking in the lake
Hull Park overlooks Boardman Lake, with picnic pavilions and access to the Boardman Lake Trail. Next door is the Grand Traverse Area Children’s Garden, a community garden managed by volunteers that offers a place for children to learn about growing fruits, herbs and vegetables. By the park and garden, the Traverse Area District Library offers community events, classes and a multitude of reading choices. There’s plenty of parking at the library and park, and the Boardman Lake Boat Launch provides a place to set off on boating or kayaking adventures. To the north, the Traverse Area Recreation Trail offers over 10 miles of paved multi-use path that stretches to Leelanau County.
When the weather cools, Elev8 Climbing and Fitness, Rhythm Fit, Elite Fitness North and CrossFit Due North all can serve as workout spots within the neighborhood. Another recreation option is attending a show at the Traverse City Comedy Club. The club hosts Friday and Saturday night shows featuring local and touring comedians. The club serves food and drinks from its bar menu but doesn’t allow minors without their parents to attend shows.
Hull Park is a wonderful place for boating in Traverse City.
The Grand Traverse Area Children’s Garden offers children a place to learn about growing plants.
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Houses built in the 1960s
Ranging from ranch to shotgun-style, houses here average two beds and baths and come with small, neat front gardens and shaded back yards. Townhouses and condos in newer buildings offer one and two bedrooms and bathrooms. Homes range in price from $250,000 to $500,000, with one-bedroom condos at the lower end, older, single-family homes in the middle and modern townhouses at the highest end. “Comparing the price per square foot with Central or Boardman neighborhoods highlights how much more affordable Traverse Heights is,” Porter says. “This is the place to get a downtown location without downtown prices.”
Accessory dwelling units are allowed in the neighborhood, permitting owners to maintain small living spaces such as back yard carriage houses or above-garage apartments. "They can be rented out or used as in-law suites, so there’s plenty of opportunity for additional income or space to live with family,” she said.
Traverse Heights has many smaller, more traditional styles of houses.
Ranch-style homes are plentiful in Traverse Heights.
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Multiple shopping centers provide options
In the northeast corner of the neighborhood, Oakwood Proper Burgers is a retro family-run restaurant serving signature “smashburgers” made from Michigan craft beef. A few blocks down on South Garfield Avenue, Randy’s Diner, another family-run spot, has served all-day breakfast, sandwiches and comfort meals with 1950’s style décor since opening in 1997. Nearby, Great Lakes Chocolate & Dessert Co. serves pies, cakes, cheesecakes and tortes, available for walk-ins or scheduled to cater for events. Save A Lot and Edson Farms Natural Foods are two supermarkets in Traverse Heights. In addition to restaurants and grocery stores, Traverse Heights has specialty shops and clothing boutiques in multiple shopping centers. Between Garfield Centre, Garfield Square and Garfield Village, there are plenty of places to hunt for the perfect fit.
Save A Lot is a well-known store supplying groceries and more to Traverse Heights.
Swing into Oakwood Proper Burgers in Traverse Heights for a delicious burger and craft beer.
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Eating cherry pie at the National Cherry Festival
Known as the “Cherry Capital of the World,” Traverse City hosts the annual National Cherry Festival every June and July. With an average of nearly 500,000 visitors, the festival is a huge source of income for the city and surrounding areas. Most events are held at the Open Space Park, but satellite events are set up throughout the city. Over 100 events are held over the festival’s eight days. With community picnics, markets, orchard tours, pie-eating contests and even “Cherry-Pit-Spit” competitions, there’s plenty for locals and tourists to explore. There are also concerts held at the Pepsi Bayside Music State, with celebrity artists, including the Goo Goo Dolls, T.I. and Stone Temple Pilots, performing during the 2024 season.
Walking to class
Students growing up in Traverse Heights may attend Traverse Heights Elementary School and East Middle School, both graded B minus by Niche, and Central High School, graded A minus. “The elementary school’s location is a huge selling point for families,” says Porter. “Kids can walk to Traverse Heights Elementary School from nearly any point in the neighborhood.”
Central High School is a public school located in Traverse City with a grade of A- on Niche.
East Middle School is located in Traverse City, Michigan, and graded B- by Niche.
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Getting around in Traverse Heights
With major employers such as Munson Medical Center, Northwestern Michigan College, Traverse City Area Public Schools and Tyson Foods located in the city, most Traverse Heights residents don’t need to commute far for work. Bay Area Transit Authority has bus stops along Barlow, Carver and Hastings streets that provide direct routes to downtown and loop around the neighborhood, providing access to Garfield Centre, Garfield Square and Garfield Village shopping centers. “The city’s buses are convenient for quick trips and people without cars, but Traverse Heights’ bike paths and access to the TART trail are the predominant modes of transportation here,” says Porter. “Walk downtown, to shopping centers, to schools or stores—this neighborhood lives up to its pedestrian-friendly reputation.” Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) is about 2 miles east, so long-distance travel is easily accessible.
What's the weather like?
It’s noteworthy that Traverse City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant is located on the banks of Boardman Lake, directly west of the neighborhood. The plant provides job opportunities to the area but occasionally produces an unpleasant smell.
The moderating effects of nearby lakes mean that Traverse City maintains warm and mild summers (perfect for growing cherries and grapes) and cold winters. Snowfall generally occurs between November and April.
Hull Park is a wonderful place for boating in Traverse City.
Traverse City’s Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant is located on the banks of Boardman Lake.
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Parks in this Area
F and M Park
Jupiter Park
Hull Park
Transit
Airport
Cherry Capital
9 min drive
Bus
Traverse Area District Library (Inbound)
Bus
Barlow St. & Carver St. (Outbound)
Bus
Traverse Area District Library (Outbound)
Bus
Hastings St & Father Fred
Bus
Barlow St. & Centre St. (Outbound)
Bus
Barlow St. & Hannah Ave. (Outbound)
Bus
Carver & Save-A-Lot
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Traverse Heights
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Traverse Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Traverse Heights, Traverse City sell after 113 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Traverse Heights, Traverse City over the last 12 months is $465,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Discover this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch-style home, ideally situated on a generous 0.45-acre lot in beautiful Traverse City. Built in 1959, this home boasts original charm and character throughout. Enjoy the timeless appeal of hardwood floors in every room, complemented by easy-to-care-for surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom. Comfort is assured year-round with central air
Direct waterfront and unobstructed views of Boardman Lake from this beautifully updated top-floor condo in Willow Cove, an unbeatable Traverse City location! Just outside your door is direct access to the TART Trail and the Boardman Lake Loop, making it easy to walk, roll, or ride downtown, to the Filling Station, Commongrounds Community Center, the Alluvian, Oryana, nearby parks, kayak launches
Talk about being convenient to everything Traverse City has to offer, this property is right in the heart of it all. Located a stones throw to the library and walking/bike riding distance to downtown and the beaches by accessing the Tart trail which is literally 50ft from your front door and yet secluded enough from your neighbors to do your own thing of planting a garden or having a backyard
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,016
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,606
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,353
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.1%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
29''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
87''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
76/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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