(Houghton, MI) If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, there aren’t many reasons not to check out one of these homes on the market in Houghton. Whether you’re looking for a place to raise a family or retire, these listings show the exciting array that’s being offered.
Here are a selection of listings from our classifieds:
HISTORIC, LOVELY, WARM and INVITING....a mix of preservation of historic features and modern where it matters most, in the kitchen and bathrooms......you enter from the idyllic porch and home into what might have been the parlor in the early 1900's, which we'll call the 'family room', with the wood-burning fireplace adding the appropriate ambience..the spacious living and dining rooms are open to each other, with beautiful hardwood floors .....the kitchen has been tastefully modernized with new stainless steel appliances, tile flooring and has a great work space to include a snack bar, with a unique wood design ....the utility room and full bath are located off the kitchen for great convenience...you'll find the bright and cheery four bedrooms upstairs, as well as the second full bathroom.......one bedroom is non-conforming, with no closet....so would make a great office/den as well.........the attic features a fifth bedroom...also a great potential sleeping, studio and get-away space...the owners have maintained this home so well......adding a new roof one year ago, the windows are newer, there is a deck off the back of the home as well as a fire pit in the back yard......you'll enjoy viewing this home..
For open house information, contact KAREN LAHTI, RE/MAX DOUGLASS R.E.-H at 906-482-1000
Peaceful and quiet county living in the desirable Boston area. A short drive to Mclain's State Park for beach access & the Lilly Pond for launching a boat! This property has a large yard of about 1.5 acres. The remainder of the property is wooded. The property had an addition built in 2008 along with a new electric service, roof, windows, furnace, septic & drain-field. This home has modern features however has the charm of an old country home. A new stainless steel dishwasher (in box in pictures), cabinet unit & counter top will be installed prior to closing. On the main level is a newer washer and dryer along with a jetted tub in the bathroom. Also on the main level is a master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. The new portion of the basement is great for storage. It also would make nice play room for kids or a spot for an indoor sauna. There is an original Finnish sauna outside that could be restored. Shorewaves internet is available at this property. All of this at an affordable price for move in ready country living!
For open house information, contact ADAM TAIVALKOSKI, EXP REALTY LLC at 888-501-7085
In the heart of Houghton, this 4 bedroom 2 bath home is within walking distance to Michigan Tech and downtown. History buffs take note: This was once the home of A.E. Seaman who was a prominent Geology professor and curator of the mineral museum at MTU. You’ll appreciate the enclosed front porch, a wonderful place for a rocking chair and a cup of coffee. From there, proceed into the foyer with a large coat closet, and enter the living room. A brick, wood-burning fireplace is the focus of the living room. Built-in book shelves flank the fireplace. A large picture window offers nice views of the wooded lot across and the street with the ski hill in the distance. Next you’ll enter the dining room which is conveniently located a short distance away from the kitchen. Again, you’ll notice the lovely hard wood floors. The dining room also features a window seat – a great place to cuddle up with a good book or give your plants a place to soak up the sun. Between the dining room and kitchen is a built-in desk and cupboards. The kitchen is basic but has everything you need, including a dishwasher. The main floor also has two large bedrooms and a full bath with a double vanity. Upstairs you’ll find two more large bedrooms, a ¾ bath, and an expansive hallway that could be an office, reading nook, family room, or what have you. Beautiful hard wood floors upstairs as well. You’ll find bright sunny spaces as there are 4 skylights. Unique features of the upstairs front bedroom are the walk-in closet and excellent view of the Mont Ripley ski hill. A great place to watch the fireworks during Winter Carnival. Updates include a new water heater in 2013, roof shingles on house new in 2009, garage roof new approximately 2 years ago, asbestos has been removed from the basement, washer and dryer approximately 3 years old. Sitting on 2 lots, you’ll love relaxing on the deck in the private back yard. Houghton has recently been popping up on 'Best Places to Live' lists. We've been discovered so now is the time to make your claim in this charming small city. Houghton lies along the Portage Canal and is just minutes to Lake Superior. Summers are comfortably warm but not too hot, Fall is lovely, and Winter is a wonderful playground for skiers and sledders.
For open house information, contact GRETCHEN JANSSEN, RE/MAX DOUGLASS R.E.-H at 906-482-1000
Handyman special! Small house in Lake Linden just a few blocks from the snowmobile trail. Large lot with plenty of room to add a garage. Some of the windows have been updated.
For open house information, contact MARK COON, RE/MAX DOUGLASS R.E.-H at 906-482-1000