Vintage looks and comfort are what you'll enjoy in this affordable, 2 bedroom home. It also boasts an attached 2 car garage, a really sweet indoor sauna and a separate 16'x20' workshop for all of those craft projects that you enjoy doing. The owner used to sell antiques from this location so it offers great visibility for your home business if you enjoy doing that kind of activity. It is close to town, both Houghton and Hancock and even closer to Mont Ripley Ski Area and snowmobile/4 wheeler trails. Several of the doorways are arched giving the home that classic, comfortable feeling to those living spaces. The small but cute kitchen has a large window opening to the dining area and the laundry is on the main floor. The basement is spacious for working on other projects you might have going on. The sauna is accessed through the garage and it is a great size and is very well done. All of this and it is quite affordable. It is a must see in this price range so make an appointment to see it soon.
Single-familyProperty Type
0.35 acresLot Size
$130Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by GREGORY OESTREICH• CENTURY 21 AFFILIATED
Vintage looks and comfort are what you'll enjoy in this affordable, 2 bedroom home. It also boasts an attached 2 car garage, a really sweet indoor sauna and a separate 16'x20' workshop for all of those craft projects that you enjoy doing. The owner used to sell antiques from this location so it offers great visibility for your home business if you enjoy doing that kind of activity. It is close to town, both Houghton and Hancock and even closer to Mont Ripley Ski Area and snowmobile/4 wheeler trails. Several of the doorways are arched giving the home that classic, comfortable feeling to those living spaces. The small but cute kitchen has a large window opening to the dining area and the laundry is on the main floor. The basement is spacious for working on other projects you might have going on. The sauna is accessed through the garage and it is a great size and is very well done. All of this and it is quite affordable. It is a must see in this price range so make an appointment to see it soon.
Public Records
Nov 23, 2016
Sold
$56,500
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1996
Sold
$30,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,329 (+5.0%)
2024
$1,266 (+3.9%)
2023
$1,219 (−4.1%)
2022
$1,271 (+3.7%)
2021
$1,225 (−10.0%)
2020
$1,361 (+4.7%)
2019
$1,300 (+1.0%)
2018
$1,287 (+0.3%)
2017
$1,283 (+364.8%)
2016
$276
2015
$276 (+3.4%)
2013
$267
Tax history for 20252 Royce Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,329 (+5.0%)
2024
$1,266 (+3.9%)
2023
$1,219 (−4.1%)
2022
$1,271 (+3.7%)
2021
$1,225 (−10.0%)
2020
$1,361 (+4.7%)
2019
$1,300 (+1.0%)
2018
$1,287 (+0.3%)
2017
$1,283 (+364.8%)
2016
$276
2015
$276 (+3.4%)
2013
$267
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
915
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Houghton County
APN
006-136-014-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Attached Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Rooms: First Flr Full Bathroom
Interior Features: Cable/Internet Avail.
Appliances: Microwave, Range/Oven
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 8 x 10
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 1
Dining/Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: First
Kitchen Dimension: 9 x 11
Dining Room Level: First
Dining Room Dimension: 9 x 10
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Level: First
Living Room Dimensions: 10 x 17
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Cedar
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Features
Lake Name: Portage Lake
Green Features: HVAC, Thermostat
Property Information
Out Buildings: Shed
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 2 Story
Year Built: 0
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 532
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 0
Land Information
Acreage: 0.35
Utilities
Utility Information
Heat/Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Water: Public Water
Cooling System: None
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Public Sanitary
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=1216
School Information
School District: Hancock Public Schools
School District: Hancock Public Schools
Location Details
Municipality: Franklin Twp
Mail City: Hancock
Municipality: Franklin Twp
Area (Municipality): Franklin Twp (31011)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 915
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Houghton County
APN: 006-136-014-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Barkell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
Hancock Central High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 73-81% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 12 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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