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  • $680,000

    51780 Canal Rd, Houghton, MI 49931

    3beds
    1,755sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1947
    4.87 Acres Lot
    $680,800 Zestimate®
    $387/sqft
    $2,083 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $680,800

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    What's special

    WATERFRONT Here is your chance to own a waterfront property that gives you acreage (just under 5 acres) and waterfrontage (171' +/-) on the Portage Canal in Stanton Township. There are two homes on the property (both included in sale price). The information in the listing is the for main home. Cottage does have electricity, water, and electric heat. Current owner has winterized the cottage in the winter. The main home is near Canal Road with a view of the canal from the home. There is a circular driveway with a detached two car garage by the road. The home has been very well maintained throughout the years. The main home has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. You will find new flooring in the living room and a wood burning fireplace with a stone hearth. Sunken dining room off the living room. Kitchen is well designed with an island and a breakfast nook that overlooks the property with view of the canal. The rest of the main floor has one bedroom and one bathroom. Upstairs you will find two more bedrooms with a full bathroom. One of the bedrooms has a large walk in type closet that could also be used as a nursery and a deck to sit out and enjoy the views of the property. A full basement compliments the home that will allow you storage and has the washer / dryer and mechanical units for the property. You can either drive or walk down to the cottage as their is a two track road connecting them. Apple trees are abundant on the property. There is an artesian well that runs all the time just outside the back door of the home. The cottage presents many opportunities as it has electric heat, a small kitchen, a bathroom, and two bedrooms, a living room area with a wood stove and a three season room. There is a permanent dock built around a rock with a built in bench that has a bubbler system that can be used in the winter to prevent ice damage. Spectacular views of the canal in both directions from the waters edge. Two boats down by the water that Seller would like to be left with the sale. There is also a storage building behind the cottage. The cottage will be left with all furnishings. NOTICE: All information believed accurate but not warranted. Buyer recommended to inspect all aspects of the property & bears all risks for any inaccuracies. Buyer to verify all information including but not limited to the estimated acreage, lot size, square footage, utilities (availability & costs associated).Buyer should not assume the buyer’s taxes will be the same as seller’s present tax bills. Taxes are subject to change & property will be reassessed by the municipality after sale is completed. Sellers/Tenants 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.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: September 23, 2025 at 09:16am

    Listed by:

    BRIAN RIMPELA 906-370-0715,

    CENTURY 21 AFFILIATED 906-482-0001

    Bought with:

    DAVID JUKURI

    CENTURY 21 AFFILIATED

    Source: Upper Peninsula AOR,MLS#: 50182951MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: First
    • Area: 121
    • Dimensions: 11 x 11
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 130
    • Dimensions: 10 x 13
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 14 x 12
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: First
    • Area: 35
    • Dimensions: 7 x 5
    Bathroom 2
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 35
    • Dimensions: 7 x 5
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 180
    • Dimensions: 12 x 15
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    • Area: 144
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 300
    • Dimensions: 25 x 12
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Oil
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum
    • Basement: Full,MI Basement,Interior Entry,Stone,Michigan Basement
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,907
    • Total interior livable area: 1,755 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,755
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: 3 or More Spaces, Garage, Unassigned, Driveway, Detached, Electric in Garage, Garage Door Opener
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
    • Exterior features: Balcony
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water, Canal
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water,Canal
    • Waterfront features: Canal Front, Lake Front, Beach Access, Interior Lake, Waterfront
    • Body of water: Portage Canal
    • Frontage type: Waterfront
    • Frontage length: 171
    Lot
    • Size: 4.87 Acres
    • Dimensions: 171 x 149 x 619 x 295 x 140 x 119 x 8
    • Features: Deep Lot - 150+ Ft., Large Lot - 65+ Ft., Wooded, Rural
    Details
    • Additional structures: Garage(s), Guest House
    • Parcel number: 01316700200
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Hard Board
    • Foundation: Basement
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1947

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well
    • Utilities for property: Cable Not Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Houghton
    • Subdivision: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,USDA Loan
    • Ownership: Private
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/23/2025Sold$680,000-2.2%$387/sqft
    Source: Upper Peninsula AOR #50182951 Report a problem
    7/24/2025Listed for sale$695,000+13%$396/sqft
    Source: Upper Peninsula AOR #50182951 Report a problem
    12/10/2021Sold$615,000+7%$350/sqft
    Source: Upper Peninsula AOR #10046249 Report a problem
    11/5/2021Pending sale$575,000$328/sqft
    Source: Upper Peninsula AOR #1130477 Report a problem
    10/24/2021Contingent$575,000$328/sqft
    Source: Upper Peninsula AOR #1130477 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,298 +5%$170,700 -2.1%
    2024$6,953 $174,300 +11.4%
    2023-- $156,400 +6.7%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 49931

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: EB Holman
    • Middle: Houghton - Portage Township
    • High: Houghton - Portage Township
    • District: Stanton Twp Public Schools

    Source: Upper Peninsula AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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