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  • $211,700

    609 W Douglass Ave, Houghton, MI 49931

    3beds
    1,838sqft
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    $1,603/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    5,227 Square Feet Lot
    $209,900 Zestimate®
    $115/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Highly desirable attached garageDining roomThree comfortable bedroomsEat-in kitchen
    Welcome to this 3BR Home with Portage Canal Views! Close proximity Michigan Tech & Downtown Houghton! Inside you will find a bright and functional main floor that includes a living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen, pantry, lavatory and a mudroom/laundry. The home includes solid wood floors that run throughout the entire home. The inviting living room flows effortlessly into a formal dining room, making a semi open floor concept living on the main floor. The eat-in kitchen, which comes complete with an attached pantry providing excellent storage solutions. Best of all, winter arrivals are a breeze thanks to the highly desirable attached garage, keeping you and your vehicle protected from the elements. The second floor offers more solid wood floors with three comfortable bedrooms and a well-appointed full bathroom. A dedicated bonus room on this level offers incredible flexibility—ideal for a quiet home office, a cozy study den, or a playroom. Looking for room to grow? A full staircase leads to a massive, unfinished attic area. This expansive space is brimming with potential, ready to be converted into a primary suite, a media room, or a creative studio. To top it all off, the covered porch provides a picture-perfect sitting area where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy views of the Portage Canal. Don't miss your chance to secure a character-filled home in one of Houghton's most desirable locations. Schedule your private tour today to experience the canal views and exceptional convenience in person! NOTICE: All information believed accurate but not warranted. Buyer recommended to inspect & verify all aspects of the property & bares all risks for any inaccuracies including but not limited to estimated acreage, lot location/size, square footage, utilities (availability & costs associated). Real estate taxes are subject to change (possibly significant) & municipality reassessment after sale. Buyer should NOT assume that buyer’s tax bills will be similar to the seller’s current tax bills. Taxes are not zero. Audio/video recording devices may be present on property and entering the property shall be considered consent to be recorded. 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.
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    Listed by:

    DANIELLE HOSKINS 603-479-7308,

    CENTURY 21 AFFILIATED 906-482-0001

    Source: MiRealSource,MLS#: 50216157MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Entry, Laundry, Living Room, Master Bedroom, First Flr Lavatory, Second Flr Full Bathroom, Dining Room
      Bedroom 1
      • Features: Wood
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 234
      • Dimensions: 18 x 13
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Wood
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 143
      • Dimensions: 13 x 11
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Wood
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 77
      • Dimensions: 7 x 11
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Vinyl
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 70
      • Dimensions: 7 x 10
      Dining room
      • Features: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 169
      • Dimensions: 13 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Features: Vinyl
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 143
      • Dimensions: 11 x 13
      Living room
      • Features: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 196
      • Dimensions: 14 x 14
      Heating
      • Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: First Floor Laundry, Main Level
      Features
      • High Ceilings, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Wood
      • Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,614
      • Total interior livable area: 1,838 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,838
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: 2 Spaces, Garage, Driveway, Attached, Electric in Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Canal
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Canal
      • Waterfront features: None
      • Frontage type: Road
      • Frontage length: 50
      Lot
      • Size: 5,227 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 50*100*50*100
      • Features: Platted
      Details
      • Additional structures: None
      • Parcel number: 05227901100
      • Zoning description: Residential
      • Special conditions: Private,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Hard Board
      • Foundation: Basement
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 100 Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sanitary
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: West Houghton 2nd Add
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Houghton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $115/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $161,946
      • Annual tax amount: $1,836
      • Date on market: 7/24/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 26 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $209,900

        $199,000 - $220,000

        $2,057/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/24/2026Listed for sale$211,700+884.7%$115/sqft
        Source: MiRealSource #50216157 Report a problem
        4/4/2007Sold$21,500$12/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,738 +4.9%$80,973 +10%
        2024$1,657 $73,606 +21%
        2023-- $60,814 +15.3%
        2022-- $52,767 +6.2%
        2021-- $49,675 +5.5%
        2020-- $47,098 +6%
        2019-- $44,425 +4.5%
        2018-- $42,492 -3.4%
        2017-- $43,990 +5.8%
        2016-- $41,576 +5.3%
        2015-- $39,493 +0.1%
        2014-- $39,455 +1.2%
        2013-- $38,975
        2012-- $38,975 +4.2%
        2011-- $37,390 -0.2%
        2010-- $37,473
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 49931

        Getting around

        45 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        46 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Houghton-Portage Twp Schools

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