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2721 Nelson, 
Traversecity, MI 49686

$4,199,000


5

Beds


6

Baths


6,945

Sq Ft


Single Family

Active

Listed by

Shawn Smith

Carly Petrucci

Coldwell Banker Schmidt Traverse City

231-922-2350

Last updated:

February 21, 2026, 10:59 AM

MLS#

78080057590

Source:

MI REALCOMP

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About This Home

2721 Nelson

Old Mission Peninsula's Most Photographed Home ‹“ 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.

Home Facts

Single Family

6 Baths

5 Bedrooms

Built in 1996

Price Summary

4,199,000

$604 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

78080057590

Last Updated:

February 21, 2026, 10:59 AM

Added:

9 month(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

5

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

6

Full Bathrooms:

4

Interior

Living Area:

6,945 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Architectural Style:

Contemporary, More than 2 Stories

Year Built:

1996


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

367,646


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$4,199,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$604 per Sq. Ft.

2721 Nelson
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