Between the Lakes: The Perfect Location on Jonathan Drive
EXIT Northern Shores Realty 6 years ago

Living in Northern Michigan is all about water. Having access to lakes and having beaches close by is a huge perk to living Up North, and this new location on Jonathan Drive offers both! 

Nestled between Torch Lake and Elk Lake, this four bedroom and 2.75 bath home is a gem of a property, even if you didn't look beyond its immediate footprint. At 1,700 square feet, it has a neat floor plan that balances openness with private little nooks. Finish the basement and this home is palatial! It also...
Dive Into February with the Traverse City Polar Plunge
EXIT Northern Shores Realty 6 years ago

This winter started off frigid and has since eased off for more temperate weather. Don't look now, but there's a deep freeze on the way and a rather unusual way to celebrate it. 

Back for another year, the Traverse City Polar Plunge dives into February for a very deserving cause. Located at North Peak and Kilkenney's in Downtown Traverse City, you'll have the chace to raise money for the Special Olympics by taking a dip in a pool right on Front Street! 

The event is just one of 28 similar pl...
The North American Vasa: A Northern Michigan Tradition
EXIT Northern Shores Realty 6 years ago

Locals know, if you want to make it through winter, you've got to do something you love and you have to have something you're excited about. For hundreds of outdoor enthusiasts all over Northern Michigan, both of those requirements come together into one big weekend: the North American Vasa! 

The Vasa is an annual tradition that takes place on the Vasa Pathways on Traverse City's East Side. With the start/finish at Timber Ridge, skiers of all ages take off for a variety of events under the sh...
Great Location, Great Price: Avenue D's Perfect Value Home
EXIT Northern Shores Realty 6 years ago

One of the best listings right now is located just a few hundred yards from East Bay in Traverse City. Close to water, in town, and under $150k? Here's one of the best values out there to kick off 2018! 

Looking at Traverse City, finding the right home for your family can be tough. Balancing your interests and budget can make for tough juggling act, but we're experts at finding unique opportunities that check all the boxes. Our 855 Avenue D listing is the perfect example. 

The location is re...
January Housing Trends: Less Competition, Lower Prices
EXIT Northern Shores Realty 6 years ago

We've seen a steady rise in listings, sales, and inquiries as we roll through the holidays. We take a look at why January is the kick-off to a busy winter and spring of home sales. 

There's certainly something to the belief that spring is prime time for housing sales. What's often lost in the shuffle, however, is that January and February can be great times for the right kind of homes and the right kind of buyers. While it might take a brave and motivated buyer to brave the cold weather, ther...
Hit The Trails: It's Snowmobile Season!
EXIT Northern Shores Realty 6 years ago

Outdoor recreation is a big reason we love living in Northern Michigan, and one of the favorite activities is revving up the sleds in Kalkaska County!

You don't have to travel to have access to well-marked and well-maintained ORV trails near Kalkaska. The village just east of Traverse City has the reputation has a true mecca for sledheads, and with plenty of snow on the ground and more in the forecast, we're seeing (and hearing!) more and more enthusiasts hitting the trails. For many, getting...
Home For The Holidays: Elk Rapids Open House Lights Up Season
EXIT Northern Shores Realty 6 years ago

There are few things as simple, as enjoyable, and as memorable as the holiday open house. Nearly every small town or village has its own version; an evening of lights, parades, and the promise of seeing Santa for the first time of the season. 

We have friends and clients all over Northern Michigan, and we love seeing and experiencing the festivities in small towns across the region. Communities like Traverse City, Kalkaska, and others see hundreds, even thousands of their citizens come togeth...
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