Why rent when you can own? Perfectly located within walking distance to Michigan Tech and downtown Houghton, this nicely updated 1-bedroom house offers efficiency and convenience. The main floor boasts an open concept kitchen, dining area, and living room. The smartly designed kitchen has plenty of cabinets and counter space. Add some stools for the 'breakfast bar'. The living room opens out to a cozy deck which has views of Mont Ripley ski hill and Portage Canal. A spacious bedroom and a full bath with marble tile flooring round out the main floor. In the basement you'll find the laundry room and access to the attached 1-car garage. Since 2010 the following are new: insulation, wiring, plumbing, furnace, and water heater. Currently licensed with the City of Houghton for 2 (unrelated) occupants. Please provide 48-hour response time for all offers. This information has been secured from sources we believe to be reliable, but we make no representation or warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy of the information. References to square footage, lot size/dimensions, and age are approximate. Buyer must verify the information and bears all risk for inaccuracies. Taxes will change with the sale
For sale
$175,000
201 Portage St, Houghton, MI 49931
1beds
663sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$172,500 Zestimate®
$264/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Breakfast barSpacious bedroom
- 22 days
- 1,366
- 61
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
GRETCHEN JANSSEN 906-370-4738,
RE/MAX DOUGLASS R.E.-H 906-482-1000
Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50218357
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Utility/Laundry Room, Bathroom
Bedroom 1
- Features: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 8 x 13
Bathroom 1
- Features: Marble
- Level: Main
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Kitchen
- Features: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Living room
- Features: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room, In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Marble
- Basement: Partial,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 900
- Total interior livable area: 663 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 600
- Finished area below ground: 63
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Spaces, Garage, Driveway, Attached, Basement, Electric in Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Canal
- Body of water: Portage Canal
- Frontage type: Road
- Frontage length: 50
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 100
- Features: Corner Lot, Platted, City Lot
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 3105222800400
- Zoning: R-3
- Zoning description: Multi-Family
- Special conditions: Private,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Conventional Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sanitary
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable/Internet Avail., Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Internet Spectrum
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: N/A
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Houghton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $264/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $89,726
- Annual tax amount: $1,597
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$172,500
$164,000 - $181,000
$1,116/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $175,000+900%$264/sqft |
Source:  MiRealSource #50218357 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2020 | Listed for rent | $750$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2019 | Listing removed | $750$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2019 | Listed for rent | $750-6.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2017 | Listing removed | $800$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2017 | Listed for rent | $800$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2010 | Sold | $17,500+993.8%$26/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2004 | Sold | $1,600$2/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,502 +4.9% | $44,863 +11.6% |
| 2024 | $1,431 | $40,200 +12.6% |
| 2023 | -- | $35,697 +11.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $32,015 +4.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $30,710 +6.5% |
| 2020 | -- | $28,828 +42.7% |
| 2019 | -- | $20,205 -13.6% |
| 2018 | -- | $23,373 -4% |
| 2017 | -- | $24,336 +4.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $23,316 +2.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $22,847 +1% |
| 2014 | -- | $22,611 -0.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $22,666 |
| 2012 | -- | $22,666 +4.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $21,718 +48.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $14,616 |
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Neighborhood: 49931
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Houghton-Portage Twp Schools
Source: MiRealSource. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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