This beautiful lake front property is nestled along the shores of Portage Lake in Chassell just south of Houghton and minutes from Michigan Technological University. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of waterfront living, comfort, and convenience. Whether you are searching for a full-time residence or a recreational lake front property this home would be the perfect fit! Inside, youâ??ll find a spacious family room filled with abundant natural light, with plenty of room for gathering with family and friends. The home features three comfortable bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Step outside to enjoy the large yard with ample room for outdoor activities, gatherings, and lakeside entertaining. The sandy beach frontage provides easy access to the water for swimming, boating, and enjoying the peaceful waterfront setting. A sauna/storage building near the shoreline adds additional charm and functionality, perfect for storing lake gear or unwinding after a day on the water. Completing this property is a large two-car garage offering abundant storage for vehicles, recreational equipment, and more. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautiful waterfront property in a highly desirable location!
Country Living on 11 Acres 5 miles from Michigan Tech and the City of Houghton. This house is situated beautifully with a level house site which even has a seasonal view of Portage Lake or a secluded setting once the leaves are on the trees. The house was nearly completely remodeled to the studs in 2021 with new plumbing, electrical, insulation (spray foam in ceiling and crawl space, cellulose in walls), drywall, flooring, etc! The house features an open kitchen/dining/living area, mudroom, 3 bedrooms, full bathroom, laundry, and a mechanical room. The utilities for the house are very efficient given the house being reinsulated and being connected to Natural Gas! The house is complemented by 2 effective outbuildings. One of the buildings is the 24'x24' garage which has a bonus room that is nearly finished and could be used for an office, guest quarters, or simply more clean storage. The other building is a 16'x30' A-Frame which has a work shop area in the front and an awesome wood fired sauna in the back. The sauna includes a full changing room and steam room which makes for a perfect end to a day working on the 11 acres that this property provides! The yard has a nicely maintained lawn, mature maple trees that have been tapped in the past, and 3 apple trees! The rest of the acreage is wooded with a logging trail to access the west end of the property. The land provides rolling topography with a gradual rise to west property line. This makes for awesome hiking, hunting, or simply relaxing! The property is in a superb location being close to the Chassell Township Park/Boat Launch, Portage Lake Golf Course, Michigan Tech, Michigan Tech Recreation Trails, and the City of Houghton! This property is not one to miss, so take a look before it is too late! NOTICE: Taxes are subject to change(possibly significant) & property will be reassessed by the municipality after sale is completed. Taxes are not zero. Sellers may have audio/video recording devices present on property and buyers and agents consent to being recorded by entering property. OFFERS: 72 hours response time requested on offers. Seller, at seller's sole discretion, with or without notice, reserves the right to set and/or modify offer submission & response deadlines.
Located in Pilgrim River Hills in Portage Township, this high-end custom-built home offers exceptional quality, upscale finishes, and a highly convenient location less than 10 minutes from Houghton, Michigan Tech, and Chassell, and less than 5 minutes from Portage Lake Golf Course. Set on 1.72 acres, the property features approximately 2,759 finished square feet, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed single-level layout. Inside, youâ??ll find a very well-finished interior with 9â??+ ceilings, in-floor heat throughout the home, engineered wood and custom tile flooring, Marvin windows, and quality craftsmanship throughout. The spacious main living area is designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining, with a vaulted ceiling over the kitchen and dining area that enhances the open feel of the home. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with Craftmade soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, Electrolux appliances, a large center island, and a nearby pantry and coffee bar for additional storage and functionality. The adjoining dining area flows into the living room, where a gas fireplace adds warmth and character. Just off the living room, the cozy enclosed sunroom provides a comfortable extra space to relax and enjoy the setting. The main bedroom suite offers a spacious retreat with a large walk-in closet and a private bath featuring quartz vanities, dual sinks, a soaking tub, separate custom tile shower, and a smart mirror. Three additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, hobbies, or work-from-home needs, including the smaller fourth bedroom off the kitchen, which is currently used as a study/office. The additional bathrooms also feature quartz vanities and smart mirrors, while the laundry room and well-planned storage spaces add everyday convenience. The property also includes excellent garage and workshop space, with a heated attached 3-car garage and a heated detached 1-car garage/workshop. Clopay doors and the homeâ??s overall level of finish further reflect the quality and care put into this property. With custom construction, premium finishes, in-floor heat, heated garage space, and a desirable Portage Township location, this Pilgrim River Hills home offers a rare combination of comfort, quality, and convenience. Take a look at the 3D Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=Qi7ezD1s9b6&mls=1
Charming Cape Cod home situated on a double lot in Chassell, just 6.5 miles from Michigan Tech and all the amenities Houghton and Hancock have to offer! This 2 bed / 2 bath home has a welcoming front deck that gives great curb appeal and is the perfect spot to take in the neighborhood atmosphere. Stepping inside through the front door, the spacious living room greets you with abundant natural light and carpet underfoot, offering a comfortable and open feel. The layout flows naturally into the dining area and into the well equipped kitchen which features ample cabinetry and counter space, an eat in area, and plenty of room to move around. A main floor laundry area with barn door is a convenient and practical touch. Two full bathrooms are found in the home, one of which features a jetted tub nestled in a warm wood paneled surround. The second bathroom, which includes a walk-in tub, is part of the primary suite. The upper level of this Cape Cod offers two additional bedroom spaces with sloped ceilings, closets, and a cozy feel that makes great use of the upper floor. The basement is a standout feature of this home, offering a finished sauna with a changing room (with a sink that could be changed into a shower), a workshop area, a recreational or sitting space, a second workshop/craft room, and tons of extra storage space throughout. The detached two car garage is well sized, heated, and adds great functionality to the property. Adjacent to the garage is a concrete slab patio area designed for an above ground pool. An additional one car garage and heated shop, featuring running water and a mini water heater, can also be found at the property. The double lot gives plenty of outdoor space to enjoy and the shed in the backyard rounds out the exterior nicely. The location is another major highlight, with the Chassell Ski, Snowshoe & Fitness Trail nearby for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross country skiing, plus convenient access to Centennial Park, the Chassell Heritage Center, Portage Lake, and the Keweenaw Waterway. Chassell is also known for its small-town atmosphere, historic character, and popular Strawberry Festival, making this a great spot to enjoy the Keweenaw lifestyle in every season. With Portage Lake views nearby and four seasons of recreation right out the door, this Chassell home is a great opportunity! Make sure to check out the 3D virtual tour!
This property presents an exceptional fusion of contemporary design and classic log cabin architecture, set on approximately 100 feet of Portage Lake waterfront at Half Moon Beachâ??Chassell Bay, just 9+/- miles from Houghton and Michigan Tech University. The main floor showcases the original log cabin structure integrated with a modern kitchen and comfortable sitting area featuring a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen seamlessly connects to a modern addition, offering abundant natural light and picturesque water views. The flexible open floor plan is ideal for living and dining arrangements, facilitating both relaxation and entertaining. Additional main level amenities include a formal living room with a white marble fireplace, office, foyer, three-quarter bath, sunroom, and laundry area. A curved, open staircase leads to the upper level, where the primary bedroom suite boasts a full bath, supplemental vanity, and spacious closet. The second bedroom includes a half bath, while the third shares a full bathroom; two bedrooms provide direct balcony access with tranquil lake vistas. Some of the notable finishes throughout the home consist of granite countertops, solid cherry flooring bordered with Birdseye maple and walnut, crown and picture molding, and extensive water views. Outdoor amenities feature lakeside decking and a cedar sauna (2016). Positioned near the road is a detached 2+ car garage (constructed in 2019) with workshop potential and loft storage, complemented by a tandem two-car garage, garden shed, and additional storage building for recreational equipment. The owners have meticulously maintained the residence, including restoration and sealing of logs and exterior paint on the addition in 2019. The property is located on a quiet street with direct access to the trail from Chassell to Houghton. Original cabin built in 1945+/-, addition in late 1990's+/- ---- NOTICE: Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. Buyers must inspect & verify all property details. Buyers accept all risks of inaccuracies, including but not limited to, acreage, lot size/location, square footage, & utility availability/costs. Real estate taxes will be reassessed & may change significantly after sale; do not assume your tax bills will match the sellerâ??s. Taxes are not zero. GIS, apps and plat book pages/maps are not surveys. Audio/video recording may occur on the property; entry implies consent to recording. Buyer pre-approval or proof of funds documentation to be provided upon request. -----OFFERS: Please allow 72 hours for a response. Seller may set or change offer deadlines at any time with or without notice.
This is a 3BR/1BA raised ranch home in Chassell has a newer attached two-car garage. Main house has 100A breaker panel, with small fuse panel in garage; home also has a newer standby Generac generator (2022)! Some newer engineered wood floors in livingroom and bedroom. The three bedrooms are all on the main floor. The bathroom was redone with nice ceramic tile and rain head shower setup a few years ago. The basement has a huge family room with a corner bar built-in, a utility/laundry room, and a large wood heated sauna/changing room. The bar has some cool broken glass inset in epoxy resin. The seller recently had Northland Basement install some drain tile in the utility room of the basement to work along with an existing sump pump. The whole house and garage architectural shingle roof was done about 8 years ago. The furnace was replaced a year or two ago and is high efficiency natural gas. The home is connected to township water and has it's own private septic system (pumped a year ago). It has reasonable heating bills. It's on a larger corner lot with a larger open gazebo in the back yard. The front deck is 12x17 and elevated for a nice outdoor space facing east. This home would be great for a single person, retirees, or a smaller family. Some personal furnishing may be available to a buyer.
Set in the peaceful countryside of Tapiola, MI, this high-end 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers over 3,300 finished square feet of beautifully designed living space on 80 wooded acres. Located just 3 miles from Otter Lake, approximately 15 minutes from Chassell, and 20 minutes from Houghton. The main level features an open-concept kitchen and living area designed for both everyday comfort and elevated entertaining. The gorgeous kitchen features a walk through pantry, stainless appliances, and excellent workspace, while opening to the living room, which is anchored by a stunning gas fireplace and opens directly to the full-length Trex deck. From both the living room and the deck, you can enjoy beautiful, wooded views that bring the surrounding landscape right into the home. The main floor also includes the primary suite with its attached bath and rain shower, along with a second bedroom and additional full bathroom. The walkout lower level offers an impressive open-concept living and entertaining space with a fantastic wood stove, a great bar area, large pantry, sauna, and direct access to the patio on the west side of the home. Two additional bedrooms and another full bathroom are located downstairs, providing excellent space for guests, household members, or flexible use. Outside, the property is fully landscaped and thoughtfully improved for enjoying all that this setting has to offer. With abundant wildlife, gorgeous, wooded surroundings, and a shooting lane with backstop, the acreage is ideal for hunting, recreation, and exploring your own land. A fenced garden with raised beds, dog kennel, and approximately a 3-year supply of split wood included with the home add even more value and functionality. The home is also wired for generator connection. Garage and utility space are exceptional, with a finished 28' x 28' attached garage and an outstanding 40' x 48' detached finished garage featuring 2 bays, one heated and fully plumbed, plus its own bathroom. The basement floor and detached garage both have in-floor heat plumbed for future boiler connection if desired. There is also a 50-amp RV hookup with drain connection for sewage.Come take a look this remarkable property that offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, recreation, and convenience! See the 3D tour first! https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=Lw2pqLpZeTZ&mls=1 â?¢ NOTICE: All information believed accurate but not warranted. It is the Buyers obligation to inspect the property and verify all information. The buyer bears all risks for any inaccuracies. Tax information is subject to change. Taxes are not 0. References to square footage, lot size/dimensions, and age are approximate.
Rare Opportunity Now Available! It is not often that a parcel this large comes available within great year round, paved access, close to the City of Houghton (Michigan Tech), and also near Lake Superior! This property consists of 160 acres, a 1920â??s log constructed cottage, pole building with a bunk room, newer dedicated sauna building, old cordwood barn, and a shed! The cottage has a living room, kitchen, bunkroom, bathroom, and a bedroom! There is even a loft that was used for sleeping in the past that potentially could be used again! The main source of heat for the cottage is an effective classic wood stove! There are hardwood floors and tongue and groove ceilings. As an added bonus the furnishings are also included! The 40'x60' outbuilding is an awesome, multi-purpose structure! There is the heated 20â??x24â?? bunk room, workshop areas, with of course enough space to store equipment, toys, and so much more. Need more than the 2 bedrooms in the cottage? The loft in the cottage could potentially be used as an additional sleeping area but there is the bunk room in the pole barn! There is also the piece of history being the cordwood barn! This building may need a little work but the foundation is there to expand on and could be used for many years to come! The traditional sauna is a necessary component for a property like this with a Nippa Wood Stove, changing room, and a shower inside the building and outside too! Other features of the improvements of the property are a shed, drilled well that was completed in 2019, and wood shed. If the current living arrangements are not enough, there is ample room to construct a new house or potentially even to convert the pole barn into a barndominium! The best part is that the property can be used as it is currently improved while planning for the future!! The property includes fruit trees (12 apple trees produced fruit in 2025 and 1 pear tree), trail system, and a well maintained driveway out to Portage Entry Rd. The property has been used as a hunting camp for many years! This is such a great chance to have a private hunting experience given the amount of land! The property is within a mile of Lake Superior, Portage Canal, and the South Entry Boat Launch! It cannot be overstated how rare to have a recreational opportunity with this amount of land being just south of the town of Chassell and just a short drive from the City of Houghton and Michigan Tech! NOTICE: Taxes are subject to change (possibly significant) & property will be reassessed by the municipality after sale is completed. Taxes are not zero. Sellers may have audio/video recording devices present on property and buyers and agents consent to being recorded by entering property. OFFERS: 72 hours response time requested on offers. Seller, at seller's sole discretion, with or without notice, reserves the right to set and/or modify offer submission & response deadlines.
Very nice 4 br, 2 & 1/2 bath home on 1.42 acres (with another 38.5 acres available if desired)! The home has many new windows and has great views of the rural landscape. The wood fired sauna is great in the winter. A 2,400 sf 2 story building has a heated upper level and a heated 13x23 exercise room and a one stall garage. (This building would be ideal for a home based business). The oversized 2 stall attached garage is heated. A third two story, I stall garage is located off the back corner of the home. Massie Road is a low traffic connector road between two more heavily used roads. The hockey rink is not included in the sale of the home. The additional 38.5 acres is available for $100,000. A 30' easement on the west edge of the property will be retained by the Seller for driveway access to the back 38.5 acres. This easement may be over the existing gas line easement and is well behind the 2 story outbuilding. A minimum 24 hour notice is required for all showings! The $127,200 SEV is for the entire 40 acre parcel. The tax rate homestead for Chassell is about 25.15 mills. All offers will need a letter of pre qualification and will be responded to within 72 hours of receipt. No offers contingent on the sale of another property will be considered!
Beautiful 4 BR, 4BA home located in Chassell in a country setting on over 2 acres. The updated home features a open concept with a large kitchen and living room with a cathedral ceiling, great for entertaining family and friends. Enter the home from the large, open foyer area into the spacious living room with large windows for views of the scenic backyard. The kitchen and dining area have access to the large deck and panoramic views of the Huron Mountains and scenic backyard. The kitchen features updated stainless steel appliances and craftsman quality cabinetry with a large island for entertaining or meal prep. The first floor also contains a home office, the laundry room, guest bathroom, and large mud room and entry access from the attached 2 car garage. The second floor of the home includes the master bedroom suite with a walk-in closet, two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a storage/office space or additional bedroom. The finished basement has a spacious rec/family room for multi-purpose use and walk out access to the backyard. An additional bedroom, sauna area, storage room with a wood stove, and mechanical room complete the basement level space. The home is efficiently heated by a hot water boiler with in-floor heat in the basement, and radiant baseboard on the first and second floors. The attached garage is also plumbed for in-floor heat. The second, detached garage is heated by a propane forced air furnace and is a great space for your toys or yard equipment. The home has an abundance of storage space or additional living space to make it your own. The location and country setting really define this home with the proximity to Michigan Tech University, UP Health System- Portage hospital, and all that the Keweenaw Peninsula area has to offer. Schedule your showing today and don't miss out on this must-see, beautiful home!
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Handsome ranch home with view to Chassell bay on double lot in the heart of the Keweenaw. Appx.1580 sqft on main plus additional 252 sqft enclosed heated 3 season porch and 325 sqft of covered patio with view of lake. Main level includes 3 bedrooms with wood floors. 1 bath, living, dining, kitchen with breakfast nook. Lower includes 1 bedroom, 1 bath with sauna, large unfinished area, laundry area, and walkout to the heated garage. City sewer and water, new natural gas forced air high efficiency furnace, ERV fresh air system, electric water heater, and natural gas heater in 2 stall garage. Large back yard. House is across from Chassell Twp park, beach, boat launch and trail system.
Chassell is located in Michigan. Chassell, Michigan has a population of 857. Chassell is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 26.04% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 30.83%.
The median household income in Chassell, Michigan is $51,827. The median household income for the surrounding county is $48,623 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Chassell is 38.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 75.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 6.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 31.9 inches per year, with 200.3 inches of snow per year.
