$1,250,000
SOLD SEP 12, 2025

626 S Rusch Rd Traverse City, MI 49696

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,859 Sq Ft
7.6 Acres

Recently Sold

$437 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

337 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Stables
  • Sauna
  • Central High School Rated A-
  • Spa
  • RV or Boat Parking

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to a heavenly hobby farm ready for a sustainable life with plenty of space for cows, chickens, goats, and gardens in Traverse City, Michigan. This unique estate is surrounded by lush evergreens & hardwoods and offers the perfect blend of luxury living and equestrian amenities. Step inside this beautifully remodeled lodge-style home and prepare to be amazed. The attention to detail and premium craftsmanship is evident throughout. Within the last six years, the home has undergone a complete transformation, with updates including new flooring, fresh paint, mini split units for AC, a cedar deck, and yellow pine veneer siding that has been recently re-stained and chinked. The exterior features stunning fieldstone accents and an irrigation system to keep the grounds looking pristine. Situated on 7.6 park-like acres, this property is a horse lover's dream and with pastures and stables, your four-legged friends will have plenty of room to roam. You will enjoy the ample storage and work areas within two impressive pole barns, one measuring 40x80 and the other 24x42. The latter boasts a meticulously crafted guest suite made of hand-carved barn wood, exuding rustic charm and attention to detail, and includes an office space providing flexibility for personal or business use. In addition to the equestrian amenities, this estate offers multiple outdoor gathering areas for you to enjoy the serene surroundings. Whether you prefer to relax on the spacious cedar deck or take in the views from the outdoor fire-circle patio, there are endless opportunities to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this pastoral oasis. Located just 7 miles from downtown Traverse City and minutes away from the Shore to Shore Horse Trail, this home offers a private retreat while still being conveniently close to all amenities. Truly a one-of-a-kind property. Click on virtual tour link for an incredibly realistic view of the interior of the main house

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Hagan

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City Listed on: 08/12/2024

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City

Last Buyer's Agent

Jo Mclane

REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC

REMAX Bayshore - Union St TC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 7.6 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 530x635
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Cleared Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • The community has rules related to zoning restrictions

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,859 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Mud Room
  • Great Room
  • Workshop
  • Sauna
  • Countryside Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Cooktop
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway
  • RV or Boat Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Pole Barn
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Multiple Heating Units
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • High Speed Internet
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Guest House
  • Stables

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story, Log Home
  • Estimated Year Built: 1900
  • Construction: 2x6 Framing, Frame
  • Univs Design Barrier Free: Main Floor Access
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Appliances Equipment: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Dryer, Hot Tub, Cook Top, Exhaust Fan, Blinds, Drapes, Curtain Rods, Ceiling Fan, Smoke Alarms(s)
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Sauna, Granite Kitchen Tops, Island Kitchen, Mud Room, Great Room, Workshop
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 18x17, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Wood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11x13, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 112x17, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12x15, On Level: Upper Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Primary Bathroom: Private
  • Number of Lower Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Primary: Yes
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12x12, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Tile
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 12x14, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Tile
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 22x17, On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Carpet
  • Range: R 11W
  • Total Finished Sf Apx: 2859

Exterior Features

  • Additional Buildings: Pole Building(s), Garden/Storage Shed, Guest House, Workshop, Stable
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Balcony, Deck, Patio, Countryside View, Landscaped, Garden Area, RV Parking, Gutters, Stable
  • Exterior Finish: Log Siding
  • Foundation: Full, Walkout, Crawl Space, Block, Full Finished
  • Number Of Acres: 7.6
  • Road: Public Maintained, Blacktop
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Blacktop, Private
  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Primary Garage: Attached, Door Opener, Paved Driveway, Concrete Floors

Utilities

  • Fireplaces And Stoves: Wood, Stove
  • Heating Cooling Types: Hot Water, Baseboard
  • Laundry: On Level: Main Floor, Flooring: Tile
  • Sewer: Private Septic
  • Tv Service Internet Avail: Dish TV, Cable TV, Cable Internet, DSL, WiFi
  • Water: Private Well

Association/Amenities

  • Development Name: metes & bounds

Lot Info

  • Land Features: Cleared, Wooded, Evergreens, Level, Sloping
  • Lot Dimensions: 530x635
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Parcel Description: Metes and Bounds
  • Zoning Use Restrictions: Residential, Horses Allowed, Outbuildings Allowed

Rental Info

  • Rent Spree Y N: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Traverse City Area Public Schools

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2013
Closed on
Apr 19, 2013
Seller's Agent
James Teahen
Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City
Buyer's Agent
Sam Abood
Five Star Real Estate - Front St TC
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Current Estimated Value
$948,413

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$673,413
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.16%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $275,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Sold $1,250,000 -16.7% $437 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 For Sale $1,500,000 +20.0% $525 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Off Market $1,250,000 -- --
08/21/2024 08/21/24 Price Changed $1,500,000 -16.6% $525 / Sq Ft
08/12/2024 08/12/24 For Sale $1,799,000 +554.2% $629 / Sq Ft
04/19/2013 04/19/13 Sold $275,000 0.0% $110 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/09/2013 04/09/13 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2013 03/05/13 For Sale $275,000 -- $110 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $3,618 $535,900 $0 $0
2024 $2,358 $200,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,257 $150,300 $0 $0
2022 $3,261 $164,100 $0 $0
2021 $3,060 $150,300 $0 $0
2020 $3,036 $143,100 $0 $0
2019 $3,052 $136,800 $0 $0
2018 $2,963 $121,000 $0 $0
2017 -- $116,100 $0 $0
2016 -- $113,000 $0 $0
2014 -- $102,800 $0 $0
2012 -- $74,597 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 1925841

Northern Great Lakes REALTORS® MLS

APN: 02-001-010-40