Nicely updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Franklin Township, just about 3 miles from Michigan Tech’s campus. This move-in-ready home offers space, comfort, and many recent updates. The main floor features a kitchen updated in 2020, with room for an eat-in area and a sliding door to the back patio, along with a living room, dining room, laundry/mudroom, and 3/4 bathroom. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms and a full bathroom, with the fourth bedroom offering a great option for an office. Since 2022, both bathrooms have been updated with modern vanities, and the flooring has also been refreshed. The private outdoor living area behind the home is accessible from both the kitchen and laundry/mudroom and includes a concrete patio with retaining walls. The backyard borders property owned by Michigan Tech, adding to the private setting. You can also catch a water view of Portage Lake from some areas of the house. The home may also be purchased furnished for an additional $18,000, making it a turn-key option. The furnishings add-on to the purchase support easy occupancy or continued use as a furnished short-term rental known as Greenleaf on rental sites. There is a 2 car garage and also an additional storage space between the basement and garage. Whether for personal use or investment, the location offers convenient access to Mont Ripley, recreational trails, Houghton, and Hancock. The property is also available for long-term lease with furnishings. The property is currently professionally managed as a short-term rental and the management arrangement may be available to continue with the buyer. Showings must be scheduled around short term rental reservations. Showings will not be permitted during any rental periods with short term guests. ---- NOTICE: Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. Buyers must inspect & verify all property details. Buyers accept all risks of inaccuracies, including but not limited to, acreage, lot size/location, square footage, & utility availability/costs. Real estate taxes will be reassessed & may change significantly after sale; do not assume your tax bills will match the seller’s. Taxes are not zero. GIS, apps and plat book pages/maps are not surveys. Buyer pre-approval or proof of funds documentation to be provided upon request. -----OFFERS: Please allow 72 hours for a response. Seller may set or change offer deadlines at any time with or without notice.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
$114Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by KRISTINE WEIDNER (JUKURI)• CENTURY 21 AFFILIATED
Nicely updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Franklin Township, just about 3 miles from Michigan Tech’s campus. This move-in-ready home offers space, comfort, and many recent updates. The main floor features a kitchen updated in 2020, with room for an eat-in area and a sliding door to the back patio, along with a living room, dining room, laundry/mudroom, and 3/4 bathroom. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms and a full bathroom, with the fourth bedroom offering a great option for an office. Since 2022, both bathrooms have been updated with modern vanities, and the flooring has also been refreshed. The private outdoor living area behind the home is accessible from both the kitchen and laundry/mudroom and includes a concrete patio with retaining walls. The backyard borders property owned by Michigan Tech, adding to the private setting. You can also catch a water view of Portage Lake from some areas of the house. The home may also be purchased furnished for an additional $18,000, making it a turn-key option. The furnishings add-on to the purchase support easy occupancy or continued use as a furnished short-term rental known as Greenleaf on rental sites. There is a 2 car garage and also an additional storage space between the basement and garage. Whether for personal use or investment, the location offers convenient access to Mont Ripley, recreational trails, Houghton, and Hancock. The property is also available for long-term lease with furnishings. The property is currently professionally managed as a short-term rental and the management arrangement may be available to continue with the buyer. Showings must be scheduled around short term rental reservations. Showings will not be permitted during any rental periods with short term guests. ---- NOTICE: Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. Buyers must inspect & verify all property details. Buyers accept all risks of inaccuracies, including but not limited to, acreage, lot size/location, square footage, & utility availability/costs. Real estate taxes will be reassessed & may change significantly after sale; do not assume your tax bills will match the seller’s. Taxes are not zero. GIS, apps and plat book pages/maps are not surveys. Buyer pre-approval or proof of funds documentation to be provided upon request. -----OFFERS: Please allow 72 hours for a response. Seller may set or change offer deadlines at any time with or without notice.
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50178161
Jul 30, 2025
Sold
$198,000
$91/sq ft
Jul 30, 2025
Sold
$198,000
$91/sq ft
Jul 30, 2025
Sold
$198,000
$91/sq ft
Jun 20, 2025
Contingent
—
Jun 12, 2025
Listed
$198,000
$91/sq ft
Jun 12, 2025
Listed
$198,000
$91/sq ft
Jun 12, 2025
Listed
$198,000
$91/sq ft
Updated, Spacious & Move-In Ready. Welcome to this beautifully refreshed home with an impressive list of updates and an unbeatable location! Step inside to a bright, freshly painted interior where you'll find a thoughtfully updated kitchen (2020) with modern appliances and updated electrical. Since 2022, much of the flooring has been replaced throughout the home, and both bathrooms now feature stylish new fixtures, updated flooring, and spacious vanities. The main floor offers a comfortable living room with peek-a-boo views of the canal from both the porches and living room, which becomes a spectacular evening scene of the Houghton nighttime skyline. The living room furniture will remain, making your move-in even easier. A standout feature is the main floor laundry room—both beautiful and functional—with a laundry sink and freezer. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms with closets, plus a charming smaller room that’s ideal as a home office, nursery, or walk-in closet. Outside, enjoy the deep backyard with retaining walls and a cozy patio area for summer evenings. This home is just a minute from Mont Ripley Ski Hill and less than 10 minutes to Michigan Tech, downtown Houghton, trails for hiking, biking, and snowmobiling, plus shopping and restaurants. 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. OFFERS: 72 hours response time requested on offers. Pre-approval letter or proof of funds to accompany all offers. Seller, at seller's sole discretion, with or without notice, reserves the right to set and/or modify offer submission & response deadlines.
Greater Lansing AoR #50086103
Nov 18, 2022
Sold
$144,000
$66/sq ft
Nov 18, 2022
Sold
$144,000
$66/sq ft
Nov 18, 2022
Sold
$144,000
$66/sq ft
Aug 10, 2022
Listed
$149,900
$69/sq ft
Aug 10, 2022
Listed
$149,900
$69/sq ft
Aug 10, 2022
Listed
$149,900
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,716 (+4.3%)
2024
$2,605 (+4.3%)
2023
$2,498 (+102.4%)
2022
$1,234 (+3.7%)
2021
$1,189 (−39.0%)
2020
$1,949 (+54.5%)
2019
$1,262 (+1.0%)
2018
$1,250 (+6.0%)
2017
$1,178 (+196.1%)
2016
$398
2015
$398 (+3.4%)
2013
$385
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,405 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,512
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,512
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Houghton County
APN
006-153-005-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 10, 2026.
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 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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Historical weather
Hancock, MI • 49930
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Sun exposure
79/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 20888 3rd St
$248,891
$1,109 under list price of $250K
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