20848 3rd Street

Move-in ready and full of natural light, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath Franklin Township home is just minutes from Houghton and Hancock. Large south-facing windows brighten the interior, which includes an enclosed front porch, living room, kitchen, main-floor bedroom, full bathroom with laundry, side entry, and two additional upstairs bedrooms. Since 2019, the home has received several updates, including a remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, quartzite countertops, sink, and appliances; a house roof; select bathroom improvements; a replaced back door; and a new washer and refrigerator in 2026. There are some hardwood floors adding to the charm of this home. In addition to the main floor bathroom, the basement includes functional toilet that is not included in the total bathroom count. The detached garage is set at street level and provides parking and storage. There is a shed in the back yard great for storing tools and gardening equipment. The backyard is private and has a nice patio with shelter to enjoy the days and evenings. Set on a quiet dead-end street adjacent to land currently owned by Michigan Tech, the property offers township tax rates while remaining close to city amenities. The adjacent access to Michigan Tech land provides convenient access to hiking trails, a local stream, waterfalls, Mont Ripley views; which are expansive and beautiful at the top. Michigan Tech’s campus is approximately 3+/- miles away. The seller has used the home as a part-time short-term rental with 5-star guest reviews. Buyers to verify with the appropriate municipality any rules and regulations for rental use, if applicable. Photos following the approximate trail map photos were taken from the adjoining property owned by Michigan Tech and not the property listed for sale. ---- 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 seller’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.