This is a very rare home that features 9,000 plus total square feet and would cost $1.5million or more to build today. This â??in-townâ? one plus lot 194x234 sits on a high ridge with peek-a-boo views of Portage Lake. Spacious lawns surround the residence, with a few birch and apple trees. It fronts 3 County paved roads: Royalewood Lane, Ridge and Birch Roads. Its horseshoe drive ends at the walk-up front entrance. It has 15 rooms (5 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 2 half-baths). The real centerpiece of the home is its over 1,200 sq feet of heated indoor swimming pool play areaâ??the pool itself is over 600 square feet. A few years ago the pool liner was re-parged, the edge/water tile was replaced, and an automatic chem level water system was installed. The pool is heated as a simple zone off the homeâ??s water/hydronic heat system. The home was designed by Gjerstad & Associates, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, architects. H. Quandt, the builder. Built in 1969, the current owners have lovingly cared for the home. It has a poured concrete foundation; 2x6 wood stud framing, steel and brick construction; brick and wood shake exterior; double roof for extra insulation with 2017 architectural shingles. Most of the homeâ??s windows are Pella casement windows with roll-up screens (2 new sliders on the upper deck). It has five newer mini-split air conditioning units, and a (2017) 50-gallon water heater. The seller installed a new well pump in 2024, and the previous owner the 1000 gallon septic tank (2016). Its main level has a grand interior stair, front powder room, with adjacent four rooms open to each other in great flow of space with glass sliders to pool area. The living room has a slant wood ceiling with solid beams and a handsome real stone fireplace opening to the pool area. The dining/kitchen area is a huge, bright, cheerful room with Pella windows, attractive vintage chandelier, breakfast snack bar, the kitchen at 12x19 with new cabinets, new range/oven, new refrigerator/freezer, new dishwasher, new microwave/hood, new wood flooring, and two sinks (prep and larger). The new walk-in pantry features lots of shelves. The mud/laundry room 8x12 has a large single bowl sink, washer, dryer, wall cabinet ironing board, linen closet, broom closet, and door to the back entrance. The adjacent bedroom hall starts with a metal spiral staircase down, wall of glass sliders to the pool area, and three bedrooms sharing two full bathrooms. The master bedroom is 12x23 with custom hardwood flooring, large closets, glass sliders to the pool area, dressing room, custom tile and glass shower, and a separate tub area. The pool area is 36x42 and features glass walls, custom skylight, and in-ground swimming pool 20x30. The lower level is enormous and all finished. It has a bonus office and bedroom with adjacent sauna/bathroom. The basement has a 16 foot custom wet bar.
Welcome to this charming home in the City of Houghton, set on two lots with a beautifully maintained yard. The home offers 3 to 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a detached 2-car garage. The main floor features a mudroom/entry with built-in storage, eat-in kitchen, dining room, family room, living room, 3/4 bathroom, and an inviting enclosed front porch with windows that open creating a great sitting space. Upstairs, youâ??ll find 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom some original woodwork and good closet spaces. The finished attic provides a potential 4th bedroom or rec room/office with walk-in closet and a view of the bridge. This home is filled with quality features and recent updates. The kitchen includes Brazilian pecan hardwood floors, a tiled backsplash, oak cabinets, and newer appliances, including the dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator. The upstairs bedrooms feature beautiful maple flooring. The basement offers a laundry area, workshop, storage space, and an electric sauna with a shower, along with exterior access from the side/back yard. The detached 2-car garage also includes a lower level that is ideal for a workshop, with interior access from the main level and an overhead door opening to the backyard. Since 2021, the seller has completed many updates, including landscaping, a new side deck, maple flooring, updates to bedroom walls and closets, two new exterior doors, some replacement windows, garage repairs and updates to the siding and roof, sealed basement walls, a French drain with sump pump, sauna improvements with an electric stove, some new floor coverings and drywall, interior painting, finished attic living space, raised flower beds, a gravel parking area, and a firepit. The spacious yard is perfect for outdoor activities and entertaining, and is enhanced by lilac bushes, peonies, and rose hedges. Conveniently located just minutes from the elementary school, the home is also near the West Houghton park and approximately four blocks from tunnel access under M-26 to the Houghton waterfront park and trail. -----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.
About 13.6 acres of attractive land, roughly two thirds high and dry and usable, with a year round stream about 3 feet wide running through the property. The home has fiber internet availability, a paved driveway, and a block foundation with a slab under the whole crawlspace, plus a wood fired fireplace in the living room. Stanton Township has no zoning and low millage rates. The property is served by a shared well on the neighboring property, with a written agreement in place. One owner home, priced to accommodate any desired updates. Check out the virtual tour and the video tour. Seller requests a 72 hour response time on all offers. Peaceful living in the country! Affordable homes on this parcel size are a rare find!
Quality homes on larger acreage just outside of Houghton are hard to find!This property sits less than one mile from city limits within the Houghton Portage Township School District. A 400-foot driveway provides complete privacy from the road, while all city amenities are in place including natural gas, municipal water and sewer, and Charter cable internet, rare for an acreage property in this area. *** The main level features in-floor heat throughout. The entryway offers built-in storage and opens to a vaulted living room with natural light and an open feel. The main-floor primary bedroom includes a walkout to a patio with electric hot tub hookup. The primary bathroom has been recently remodeled. Anderson windows are installed throughout. The home is wired for both gas and electric dryer and oven/range connections. *** The garage addition includes heated slab in-floor heat, a private stairway to a full bonus room above with bathroom well suited for guests, an in-law suite, or Airbnb use. The basement offers a flexible layout with a home office, full bathroom, family room, and recreation room. *** A significant list of improvements has been completed since 2021, including a new roof, new LP siding, two gas fireplaces, added sauna, finished basement, and remodeled primary bathroom. Work was completed by local contractors World of Wood and Wuebben Construction. Extensive landscaping has been completed to direct water away from the home. Located just minutes from Michigan Tech's ski and trail bike system. Township-only taxes. Surveillance cameras on site. 3-D and video tour on file. *** The detached shop shown in photos is not included in the asking price but is available for an additional amount.
Ranch-style home on a triple lot in the City of Houghton. Ranch-style home on a triple lot in the City of Houghton. Private, flat, and usable yard that's rare at this price point. Interesting bedrock wall formations give the lot an intimate, tucked-in feel. The steep, unbuildable hillside across the street keeps neighbors at a distance and likely will for a long time. 1970 construction with mid-century character. Large living room with easy flow to the kitchen and backyard. A layout that works. Ensuite master full bath. Wood-fired sauna in the backyard with power. New roof in 2021 and in excellent condition. Priced to allow room for updates. Video and virtual tours are on file!
Ideally located on Houghtonâ??s east side, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features a 2-car attached garage. The main floor offers a living room, dining area, kitchen with breakfast nook, three bedrooms, a full bath, and a half bath. The living room includes a wood-burning fireplace and large windows that bring in abundant natural light. Open to the dining area, it also provides flexible space for a larger living area if a formal dining room is not needed. Hardwood floors run throughout the living room, dining area, hallway, and bedrooms. The home also offers direct access to the garage. The unfinished walk-out lower level includes a spacious open area, a laundry room with updated cabinets and flooring, and additional storage beneath the garage with overhead door for easy access. Recent seller updates include two Friedrich mini-split wall air conditioning units, a remodeled laundry room with updated washer and dryer, a front Trex deck with paver walkway, gutters, and added attic insulation. The front yard is very inviting with the front deck sitting area and the backyard provides addition space for outdoor activities and also has raspberry, blackberry and thimbleberry bushes to enjoy! The home is located less than a mile from both Michigan Techâ??s campus and downtown Houghtonâ??s shopping and dining. ------ 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.
Located just minutes from Michigan Technological University in the heart of Houghton, this well-maintained 5-bedroom, 2-bath investment property offers an outstanding opportunity for investors or owner-occupants alike. With a strong rental history and convenient access to campus, shopping, dining, and recreation, this property is ideally situated for student or long-term housing. Current leases are in place from August 2026 to April 30th 2027. The home features spacious living areas, five generously sized bedrooms, and a functional layout designed for comfortable everyday living. Major updates include a new roof and heating system replaced in 2023. Remodeled bathrooms and kitchen. Completely updated wiring and plumbing providing peace of mind and added value for years to come. The property has been well cared for and offers a move-in-ready investment opportunity in one of the areaâ??s most desirable rental markets.
Enjoy convenient one-level living in this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 2-car garage in Woodhaven Estates. The well-designed layout features an open great room that combines the living, dining, and kitchen areas, with the primary suite on one side of the home and two additional bedrooms, a full bath on the other, and the laundry room provides access to the garage and basement. Crown molding adds charm to the main living area, and a door opens to the back deck overlooking the wooded backyard and providing access to the partially fenced side yard. The unfinished basement includes a sliding patio door leading to the fenced area. A welcoming covered front porch offers a relaxing place to sit, and the community park is just across the road. The garage provides direct entry into the home, along with a side service door. ----- 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.
Is it time for a LIFESTYLE change? This property might be perfect for you! This stunning sun filled turn key four bed, three bath custom home sits on the Portage Canal. The main level is open concept living, perfect for entertaining, complete with a sunporch and deck area. The primary suite has it all, a spacious walk in closet, double sink and huge double shower. Just around the corner by the back door for the attached three car garage is the laundry space with storage. The walkout basement is THE perfect open family space, including a built-in high-top counter ready for stools, to enjoy snacks with the kids or cocktails with friends. You'll also find two bedrooms, a full bath, sauna and just outside sits the hot tub. This house is set up for entertaining the young and old alike!
ONLY SELLING 1/3 INTEREST 200 ACRES HOUGHTON COUNTY FRONTAGE ON CABBAGE ROAD POWER AT ROAD NOT TO CAMP. FRONTAGE ON OTTER RIVER.
Experience exceptional seclusion within the city in this well-appointed 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence, ideally located on a quiet low-traffic street near Michigan Tech & the amenities of Houghton. Constructed in 2006, this home offers quality finishes throughout & a floor plan suited to accommodate your lifestyle. The main floor features a spacious kitchen with granite countertops, Cherry cabinetry & a pantry, seamlessly connected to the dining area. The living room includes a double-sided gas fireplace shared with the office, which is enhanced by built-in library shelving & a custom rolling ladder. The primary bedroom suite provides convenient closet access, a well-designed 3/4 bath, & a jetted tub. Two additional bedrooms & 1 1/2 bathrooms are thoughtfully situated opposite from the primary suite for privacy. A sun-filled sitting room serves as a year-round heated sunroom & has a woodstove for supplemental heat. Also on the main level are laundry facilities with storage & a welcoming foyer. The lower level includes a large family/entertainment room complete with a wet bar featuring a granite counter and a gas fireplace, along with a sitting area adjacent to a 3/4 bathroom equipped with a combination steam room, shower & sauna. A cedar lined closet provides storage. The unfinished area could serve as a home gym and/or workshop area with direct walkout access to the backyard. The family room includes an overhead door connecting to the workshop area to share the television on a swivel post. Additional highlights include ceramic tile flooring, approx 9-foot ceilings on the main level & 8.5+/- foot ceilings on the lower level, central vac, central air conditioning, a whole house fan, ceiling fans, maple woodwork & doors, cultured stone fireplace, Cat5 wiring, 3 rooms wired for surround sound, and more. The insulated 4-car garage is fitted w/a gas space heater, 220 amp electrical connection, slat wall storage, & a car lift (negotiable). Set in a beautifully wooded environment, the exterior boasts trails, deck, partially fenced yard, brick, cultured stone & vinyl siding, paved driveway, retaining walls, & landscaping that includes lilacs & blackberries. This Wick panelized home offers numerous amenities & great value. --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, sq 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 & 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.
Neat and tidy 3 bedroom, 1 bath rental property in the City of Houghton. On the main floor are a cozy living room, dining room, and spacious eat-in kitchen. The kitchen has access to a deck/balcony with an amazing view of the Portage Canal and Quincy mine. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms with closets and a full bath. Leased for $900/month, tenant pays utilities. Lease expires April 30, 2026 making this either a great income property or make this your own home. Laundry is located in the basement and basement has outdoor access.
MICHIGAN, LAKE SUPERIOR SHORELINE, BARNDOMINIUM, And ACREAGE FOR SALE! - Located in Stanton Township, in Houghton County, in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan this parcel offers great U.P. Lifestyle Living. - MOTIVATED SELLER - The seller is motivated and ready to consider offers, making this a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own an extraordinary Lake Superior property. - The property is located at the base of the western, sunset side, of the Keweenaw Peninsula which projects about 65 miles northeasterly into Lake Superior. - The surrounding area offers a multitude of opportunities for recreation and fun. The Historic Redridge Steel and Timber Crib Dams on the Salmon Trout River are just a few miles away for great Bluegill, Brook trout, Brown trout, Perch, Salmon, and Steelhead fishing. Summer activities include hiking, boating, swimming and golfing to name a few, and during the winter months skiing, snowboarding, skating, snowmobiling and snowshoeing are all available. - The beautiful, wooded 18 +/- acre parcel being offered for sale has 900 +/- feet of overlook frontage on Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world! - The woodland is home to large and small game, and ruffed grouse. There are raspberry, blackberry, thimbleberry and blueberry patches, herbs, and rows of grape vines for you to enjoy Natureâ??s Harvest. - The Barndominium is the Perfect Mix of custom Living Quarters and Recreation/Storage Space all within a low-maintenance, energy efficient metal building. - The term â??barndominiumâ? first came about in the 1980s â?? but in 2016, after Chip and Joanna Gaines renovated a barn into a home on HGTVs Fixer Upper Show, the trend started to take off, and continues to gain in popularity. - The building has 3,080 square feet of Main Level space including 880 square feet of Living Space. It is complete with a , front lakeview Living-Sun Room, heated by a freestanding wood stove. An Open-Concept Kitchen-Dining-Den/Office that features Hickory cabinetry, Natural wood trimmings, and Ceramic flooring, and a Half-Bath. Additional 600 square feet of Upper-Level Living Space includes a Main Bedroom Suite with ¾ Bath and sliding glass doors to a 16x20 Deck views of the lake and sky. Included on this Upper Level are a Second Bedroom, a ¾ Bath, and a Utility/Laundry Room. - The Lower Level remaining 2,200 square foot Garage Space could be used for a workshop, hobby room, light construction, mechanical-carpentry shop, or many other uses. There is an additional 500+/- square feet of space on two elevated areas in the Garage. - Fuel is held in two 1000-gallon Lp Tanks, and a Back-Up Generator System provides power outage security. If you are seeking a unique housing opportunity that combines the comforts of a Home and a â??Barnâ?, in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, contact us today! Please use Showing Assist To Schedule Appointments and Provide Showing Reports.
Houghton is located in Michigan. Houghton, Michigan has a population of 7,675. Houghton is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 28.04% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 30.83%.
The median household income in Houghton, Michigan is $24,660. 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 Houghton is 21.9 years.
The average high temperature in July is 76.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 7.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 31.6 inches per year, with 201.8 inches of snow per year.
