47212 Main Street

Quality homes on larger acreage just outside of Houghton are hard to find. This property is located less than one mile from Houghton city limits and within the prestigious Houghton Portage Township School District. A 400-foot driveway provides complete privacy from the road. The main level features cozy in-floor heat and the entire property is in excellent condition. All city amenities: natural gas, municipal water and sewer, and Charter cable internet—rare for acreage properties in the area. --- The home offers a well-appointed entryway with built-in storage and a vaulted living room ceiling that adds natural light and an open, spacious feel. The garage addition includes a private stairway to a bonus room above, ideal for guests, an in-law suite, or potential Airbnb use. In-floor slab heat in the garage allows vehicles and recreational equipment to thaw easily. The main-floor primary bedroom includes a walkout to a patio with an electric hot tub hookup (hot tub is not available). The primary bathroom was recently remodeled. Extensive landscaping has been completed to direct water away from the home. Anderson windows are installed throughout. In the house, there are gas and electric hookups for both the dryer and oven/range. The basement provides a versatile layout with a home office, full bathroom, family room, and recreation room. --- A significant list of improvements has been completed since 2021 (see associated documents for full details). Additional highlights include a three-car heated garage with heated slab and a full bonus room above with bathroom, added sauna, two gas fireplaces, remodeled primary bathroom, finished basement, shop addition, a new roof on both the house and shop, and new low-maintenance LP siding on the home. Improvements were completed by respected contractors World of Wood and Wuebben Construction. --- The property also includes a 2,700 sq ft heated and air-conditioned shop, offering an excellent setup for a home-based business, workshop, or professional workspace, along with a pole building that is ideal for boat or RV storage. 200 amp single phase power in the shop. 3-phase power is believed to be available. One shed and a garbage burner will be removed prior to closing. Shop washer and dryer are not available. --- Located just minutes from Michigan Tech’s ski and trail bike system. Township-only taxes. Surveillance cameras are on site. A 3-D tour is on file.