If you're looking to enjoy all that Northern Michigan has to offer, this is the home for you! Location, Location, Location! This home is located on the quiet, and desirable North shore of Houghton Lake with lake views directly across the street, a public boat launch just a short walk away and only an appx 5-7 minute drive to beautiful Higgins Lake aka" the Caribbean of the North"! Houghton Lake has year round festivities like Bud Bash, Tip up Town, Side by Side rides and fishing! The home was previously used as an ARBNB and had good rental history due to the great location between 2 awesome lakes! The buyer needs to reapply for a short term rental license thru Markey Township. Enjoy summer nights eating Smores by the large stone firepit in the private backyard. Too many updates to list
For sale
Price cut: $5K (7/20)
$184,900
7494 E Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
3beds
1,512sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
0.44 Acres Lot
$178,000 Zestimate®
$122/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private backyard
- 123 days
- 776
- 51
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lynn Stuart 517-927-7606,
Stuart & Associates Real Estate LLC 517-927-7606
Source: Greater Lansing AOR,MLS#: 295611
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 17596 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 166 x 106
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Area: 3315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 195 x 17
Dining room
- Description: Built in shelves
- Level: First
- Area: 2788 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 164 x 17
Game room
- Level: First
- Area: 16744 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 182 x 92
Kitchen
- Description: New stainless steele dishwasher and new stove in 2025
- Level: First
- Area: 9324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 126 x 74
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 7008 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 73 x 96
Living room
- Description: Freshly painted walls and newer vinly floors
- Level: First
- Area: 1738.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.4 x 106
Heating
- Baseboard, Ductless, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Ductless, Wall Unit(s), Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,514
- Total interior livable area: 1,512 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,512
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt, Private
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Dimensions: 50 x 380
- Features: Back Yard, Many Trees, Views, Wooded
Details
- Foundation area: 0
- Parcel number: 720080200060060
- Zoning description: Zoning
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Houghton Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $122/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $126,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,998
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$178,000
$169,000 - $187,000
$1,547/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Price change | $184,900-2.6%$122/sqft |
Source:  Greater Lansing AOR #295611 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $189,900-5%$126/sqft |
Source: Greater Lansing AOR #295611 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,900+101.9%$132/sqft |
Source: Greater Lansing AOR #295611 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Sold | $99,000$65/sqft |
Source:  Realcomp II #20221053116 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2023 | Pending sale | $99,000$65/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20221053116 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2023 | Listed for sale | $99,000$65/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20221053116 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2023 | Pending sale | $99,000$65/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20221053116 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $99,000+518.8%$65/sqft |
Source: Realcomp II #20221053116 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2010 | Sold | $16,000-69.8%$11/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2009 | Sold | $52,982$35/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,829 +73.1% | $63,000 +16% |
| 2024 | $1,635 +4.6% | $54,300 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $1,563 +5.3% | $50,500 +26.6% |
| 2022 | $1,484 +24.3% | $39,900 +5.8% |
| 2021 | $1,195 | $37,700 +23.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $30,600 -13.1% |
| 2019 | $917 -31.3% | $35,200 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $1,336 | $32,400 -0.9% |
| 2016 | -- | $32,700 +1.9% |
| 2015 | -- | $32,100 +10.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $29,000 +6.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $27,200 -5.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $28,700 -2.7% |
| 2011 | $1,511 | $29,500 |
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Neighborhood: 48629
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Houghton Lake
Source: Greater Lansing 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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