Slabtown, Traverse City, MI
Slabtown — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Slabtown, Traverse City, Michigan. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) licensing database.
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Slabtown Neighborhood Overview
Welcome to Slabtown
Slabtown is a residential neighborhood in Traverse City, Michigan, offering a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. Located near the city's amenities, it provides residents with a balanced suburban lifestyle within easy reach of downtown.
Lifestyle & Amenities
The neighborhood is primarily residential, with local parks and green spaces providing areas for recreation. Residents enjoy proximity to the shopping, dining, and cultural attractions of downtown Traverse City, just a short drive away.
Real Estate Market
The median home value in Slabtown is $342,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022). Current market data shows a price per square foot of $323.66/sqft, according to Redfin market data, indicating a competitive housing market.
Schools & Education
Slabtown is served by the Traverse City Area Public Schools district. Families in the area have access to a variety of public educational institutions from elementary through high school.
Transportation & Connectivity
The neighborhood features a network of local streets that connect easily to major roads like Grandview Parkway and US-31. This provides straightforward access for commuting to other parts of Traverse City and the surrounding Grand Traverse region.
Why Choose Slabtown
With a median household income of $73,730, according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the area offers economic stability. Its combination of a quiet residential setting and convenient location makes it an attractive choice for those seeking a home near Traverse City.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2022) — data.census.gov
- Redfin Neighborhood Market Tracker — redfin.com/news/data-center
Slabtown Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $343K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $74K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 67.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 6.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Upper-Mid | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 49684 | |
| Mortgage Originations (2022 HMDA) | ||
| Total Mortgage Originations | 264,220 | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| VA Loan Originations | 9,916 | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| VA Loan Share | 0.0% | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $247K | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 227,996 | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 26,308 | FFIEC HMDA 2022 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Slabtown, Traverse City
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Slabtown
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17