This is the location on the Portage Lake that many dream of! With panoramic views of The Portage Canal you'll get beautiful sunrises, views of the northern lights and will be able to have a cup of coffee watching The Ranger III go by on its way to Isle Royale ! The location is ideal with Houghton less than 10 minutes away. Or get on your boat and go either way. Just a short boat ride to Lake Superior to the west or go East to the Portage Lake Lift Bridge. The sellers have gone through this property that was built in the 80's and given it a fresh look for 2024! The updates include new flooring throughout, new lighting, remodeled bathrooms, a new half bath and completely renovated kitchen with new Samsung appliances, new kitchen cabinets and granite counter-tops. The drywall has been freshly painted throughout but the classic tongue and groove paneling has been left untouched. With 3 levels of living space there is plenty of room for a large family with lots of room left over for guests. The main floor is ideal for entertaining with a wide open layout that includes the living room, dining area and kitchen that has an over sized granite counter top. The second floor has two bedrooms (one of them currently being used as a home office) with a 3/4 bath in between. The lower level also has two bedrooms, a walkout basement, and a newly added half bath. The waterfront property is unbelievable and includes a pier with an 80' permanent dock that is built to last! And there is also your very own boat launch. Bring out your fishing boat and get ready to get some giant Northerns in Oscar Bay! The property and location is surprisingly quiet and has a private feel. There is also an over sized two car garage that has an insulated work shop in the rear. Property is located close enough to Houghton, in Stanton Township, but far enough away from city taxes! Follow to see 3D Video! https://download. cubi. casa/a4391597-475a-4857-a4fa-0d4e6d798f37/v1/a4391597-475a-4857-a4fa-0d4e6d798f37_video_1.mp4
Est. $2,740 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 52170 Canal Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50198998
Jul 6, 2026
Sold
$530,000
$292/sq ft
May 26, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 24, 2026
Price Changed
$579,000
$319/sq ft
Feb 6, 2026
Listed
$599,000
$330/sq ft
+94
This is the location on the Portage Lake that many dream of! With panoramic views of The Portage Canal you'll get beautiful sunrises, views of the northern lights and will be able to have a cup of coffee watching The Ranger III go by on its way to Isle Royale ! The location is ideal with Houghton less than 10 minutes away. Or get on your boat and go either way. Just a short boat ride to Lake Superior to the west or go East to the Portage Lake Lift Bridge. The sellers have gone through this property that was built in the 80's and given it a fresh look for 2024! The updates include new flooring throughout, new lighting, remodeled bathrooms, a new half bath and completely renovated kitchen with new Samsung appliances, new kitchen cabinets and granite counter-tops. The drywall has been freshly painted throughout but the classic tongue and groove paneling has been left untouched. With 3 levels of living space there is plenty of room for a large family with lots of room left over for guests. The main floor is ideal for entertaining with a wide open layout that includes the living room, dining area and kitchen that has an over sized granite counter top. The second floor has two bedrooms (one of them currently being used as a home office) with a 3/4 bath in between. The lower level also has two bedrooms, a walkout basement, and a newly added half bath. The waterfront property is unbelievable and includes a pier with an 80' permanent dock that is built to last! And there is also your very own boat launch. Bring out your fishing boat and get ready to get some giant Northerns in Oscar Bay! The property and location is surprisingly quiet and has a private feel. There is also an over sized two car garage that has an insulated work shop in the rear. Property is located close enough to Houghton, in Stanton Township, but far enough away from city taxes! Follow to see 3D Video! https://download. cubi. casa/a4391597-475a-4857-a4fa-0d4e6d798f37/v1/a4391597-475a-4857-a4fa-0d4e6d798f37_video_1.mp4
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50175515
Aug 22, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 13, 2025
Price Changed
$599,000
$330/sq ft
Jul 19, 2025
Price Changed
$620,000
$341/sq ft
May 21, 2025
Listed
$650,000
$358/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #50147369
Nov 4, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Jul 3, 2024
Listed
$699,000
$385/sq ft
MiRealSource-MiMLS #10045533
Nov 5, 2021
Sold
$350,000
$193/sq ft
Jul 23, 2021
Listed
$399,000
$220/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,500 (+6.9%)
2024
$3,274 (+4.9%)
2023
$3,120 (−37.9%)
2022
$5,023 (+227.9%)
2021
$1,532 (+1.1%)
2020
$1,515 (+1.9%)
2019
$1,487 (+2.7%)
2018
$1,449 (+2.3%)
2017
$1,416 (+129.2%)
2016
$618
2015
$618 (+3.3%)
2013
$598
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Houghton County
APN
013-158-045-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Parking Spaces in Garage: 2
Garage Type: Detached Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Rooms: Exercise Room, First Floor Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility/Laundry Room, Home Office, Bonus Room, Basement Lavatory
Interior Features: Bay Window, Window Treatment(S), Skylights
Appliances: Air Cleaner, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 21 x 12
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 23 x 15
Bedroom 3 Level: Lower
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: W=14
Bedroom 4 Level: Lower
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bathroom Information
Main Floor Full Bathroom
# of Lavatories: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Baths/Lavatories (Total): 3
Bathroom 1 Information
Lavatory 1 Level: Lower
Bathroom 1 Level: First
Bathroom 2 Information
Bathroom 2 Level: Second
Library/Den/Living Room Information
Living Room Floor Covering: Wood
Living Room Level: First
Living Room Dimensions: 15 x 19
Laundry/Basement Information
Basement : Has Basement
Basement Type: Block, Walk Out
Laundry Room Level: First
Laundry Room Dimensions: 9 x 7
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding, Vinyl Trim
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Foundation Type: Basement
Property Features
On Waterfront
Water Features: All Sports Lake, Canal Frontage, Dock/Pier Facility, Lake Frontage, Lake/River Privileges, Sea Wall, Waterfront, Interior Lake
Frontage Type: Water
Lake Name: Portage Lake
Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
Property Information
Out Buildings: Shed
Property Type: Residential
Property Type: Residential
Structure Style: 1 1/2 Story
Year Built: 1980
Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1320
Below Grade Sq. Ft. (Finished): 1100
Lot Information
SHORELINE: Sand
VIEW: Canal View, Lake View
Lot Size: 100,100
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 0.25
Roads: City/County, Paved Street
Frontage: 100
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Total Tax Amount: $3,120
Summer Tax Year: 2023
Summer Tax Amount: $1,427
Winter Tax Year: 2023
Winter Tax Amount: $1,693
Utilities
Utility Information
SUPPLEMENTAL HEAT: Wood
UTILITIES: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane, Propane Tank Leased
Heat/Fuel Type: LP/Propane Gas, Wood
Water Heater: Propane Hot Water
Water: Artesian Private Well
Cooling System: None
Heating System: Forced Air
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=2916
School Information
School District: Houghton-Portage Twp Schools
School District: Houghton-Portage Twp Schools
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
Directions: Take M-26, L onto Houghton Canal Rd, Follow Houghton Canal Rd for Approx. 5.5 miles, Home is on the R.
Municipality Type: City
Municipality: Stanton Twp
Mail City: Houghton
Subdivision: Stanton
Municipality: Stanton Twp
Area (Municipality): Stanton Twp (31028)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: Houghton County
APN: 013-158-045-00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Standard
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
No
Around this home
Schools
E.B. Holman Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
5/10
Jeffers High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 9.2mi
8/10
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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 90° 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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Historical weather
Houghton, MI • 49931
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Houghton. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.