Wonderful country home on 8.4 acres tucked away in a forest of oak, birch, and pine with a view of The Portage Waterway glinting between the tree trunks. New owner could clear out some trees to increase the view. Only 3 miles from the city of Hancock. Highpoint Rd. has about ten residences on it and dead ends after about 1.25 miles. The original stone-founded structure has anchored this land for over a century. Check for very well-maintained vintage elements in the hardwood flooring and heavy duty Craftsman style door trim and baseboard planks. Much of the home is of completely modern construction (added on in 1996 & 2000) but so tastefully finished that it seamlessly blends old with new in natural elegance. A huge deck off the newer kitchen and dining room carries the comfort to the outdoors. Spacious attached garage with upstairs storage. The property also extends all the way down to M203 near the waterway across from Oskar Bay. Great scenery and outdoor recreation in this area. Original home was built between 1900-1910. Canal side addition built in 2000. Sun room, porch & garage built in 1996. Cell phone booster might be able to increase cell reception. Charter cable is currently wired. Maple hardwood floors. Jacuzzi tub in bathroom. Old kitchen could make an excellent laundry room or office. Anderson windows. Oak kitchen cabinets & built-ins. Antique stove is negotiable. Crawlspace is heated. Plumbing is available for dishwasher. The basement is very well kept, has a stand up shower, and has outside access. A surveyor recently marked the property lines. Portions of the roof and garage were replaced by a licensed contractor this summer.
Single-familyProperty Type
8.4 acresLot Size
$187Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by ADAM TAIVALKOSKI• CENTURY 21 AFFILIATED
•906-482-0001 (broker)
•kristine.weidner@c21affiliated.com (broker)
Bought with ADAM TAIVALKOSKI• CENTURY 21 AFFILIATED
Wonderful country home on 8.4 acres tucked away in a forest of oak, birch, and pine with a view of The Portage Waterway glinting between the tree trunks. New owner could clear out some trees to increase the view. Only 3 miles from the city of Hancock. Highpoint Rd. has about ten residences on it and dead ends after about 1.25 miles. The original stone-founded structure has anchored this land for over a century. Check for very well-maintained vintage elements in the hardwood flooring and heavy duty Craftsman style door trim and baseboard planks. Much of the home is of completely modern construction (added on in 1996 & 2000) but so tastefully finished that it seamlessly blends old with new in natural elegance. A huge deck off the newer kitchen and dining room carries the comfort to the outdoors. Spacious attached garage with upstairs storage. The property also extends all the way down to M203 near the waterway across from Oskar Bay. Great scenery and outdoor recreation in this area. Original home was built between 1900-1910. Canal side addition built in 2000. Sun room, porch & garage built in 1996. Cell phone booster might be able to increase cell reception. Charter cable is currently wired. Maple hardwood floors. Jacuzzi tub in bathroom. Old kitchen could make an excellent laundry room or office. Anderson windows. Oak kitchen cabinets & built-ins. Antique stove is negotiable. Crawlspace is heated. Plumbing is available for dishwasher. The basement is very well kept, has a stand up shower, and has outside access. A surveyor recently marked the property lines. Portions of the roof and garage were replaced by a licensed contractor this summer.
Greater Lansing AoR #10019769
Jan 16, 2016
Listing Removed
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Jan 16, 2016
Listing Removed
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Jul 9, 2015
Listed
$165,000
$90/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,570 (+5.5%)
2024
$2,437 (−4.7%)
2023
$2,557 (+5.0%)
2022
$2,435 (+0.5%)
2021
$2,423 (+1.4%)
2020
$2,390 (−2.7%)
2019
$2,458 (+27.0%)
2018
$1,936 (+83.9%)
2017
$1,053 (+311.3%)
2016
$256
2015
$256 (+3.2%)
2013
$248
Tax history for 17130 Highpoint Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,570 (+5.5%)
2024
$2,437 (−4.7%)
2023
$2,557 (+5.0%)
2022
$2,435 (+0.5%)
2021
$2,423 (+1.4%)
2020
$2,390 (−2.7%)
2019
$2,458 (+27.0%)
2018
$1,936 (+83.9%)
2017
$1,053 (+311.3%)
2016
$256
2015
$256 (+3.2%)
2013
$248
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,453
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Houghton County
APN
007-009-050-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Attached Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Rooms: First Floor Bedroom, First Flr Full Bathroom
Interior Features: Cable/Internet Avail.
Appliances: Microwave, Range/Oven
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Stove
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11 x 7
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=10
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 2
Bathroom 1 Information
Bathroom 1 Level: First
Bathroom 2 Information
Bathroom 2 Level: Second
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: First
Kitchen Dimension: 15 x 9
Dining Room Level: First
Dining Room Dimension: 15 x 10
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: First
Living Room Dimensions: 23 x 10
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Type: Basement, Crawl
Property Features
Lake Name: Portage Canal
Property Information
Out Buildings: Shed
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 2 Story
Year Built: 19
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 400
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 1840
Land Information
Acreage: 8.4
Roads: City/County
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Oil, Wood
Water: Private Well
Cooling System: None
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1840
School Information
School District: Hancock Public Schools
School District: Hancock Public Schools
Location Details
Municipality: Hancock Twp
Mail City: Hancock
Area (Municipality): Hancock Twp (31012)
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,453
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Houghton County
APN: 007-009-050-00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Barkell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
Hancock Central High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Hancock, MI • 49930
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