This is a great Lake Superior getaway with a charming vintage feel from around 1950. The overall condition is excellent. This three-season cabin features electric heat and a cozy wood-fired fireplace, ensuring comfort during cooler evenings. The cabin is situated on a private road, offering quiet lakeside relaxation. It has a modern, permitted well and septic system, and a brand new roof installed in June of 2024. Only one mile away from the public boat launch into Big Traverse River, with direct access to Lake Superior, the property is close to Buffalo Reef, a prominent spawning ground in Lake Superior, making it an excellent spot for big lake fishing. It is conveniently located just 11 miles from town and 1.5 miles from ATV/snowmobile trails, making it an excellent location for the outdoor-minded. Mt. Bohemia is only 28 miles away. The property is offered fully furnished and equipped, including all personal property except for a truck and camper. Shed on property is included. One of the bedrooms is a walk-through. The property has little erosion risk due to its wide beach and is subject to state of Michigan claims on accredited stamp sands. Spectacular views of the Huron Mountains. Lake Superior cabins in this price range are a rare opportunity, making this quiet, lakeside retreat a great find!
This is a great Lake Superior getaway with a charming vintage feel from around 1950. The overall condition is excellent. This three-season cabin features electric heat and a cozy wood-fired fireplace, ensuring comfort during cooler evenings. The cabin is situated on a private road, offering quiet lakeside relaxation. It has a modern, permitted well and septic system, and a brand new roof installed in June of 2024. Only one mile away from the public boat launch into Big Traverse River, with direct access to Lake Superior, the property is close to Buffalo Reef, a prominent spawning ground in Lake Superior, making it an excellent spot for big lake fishing. It is conveniently located just 11 miles from town and 1.5 miles from ATV/snowmobile trails, making it an excellent location for the outdoor-minded. Mt. Bohemia is only 28 miles away. The property is offered fully furnished and equipped, including all personal property except for a truck and camper. Shed on property is included. One of the bedrooms is a walk-through. The property has little erosion risk due to its wide beach and is subject to state of Michigan claims on accredited stamp sands. Spectacular views of the Huron Mountains. Lake Superior cabins in this price range are a rare opportunity, making this quiet, lakeside retreat a great find!
Public Records
Sep 26, 2003
Sold
$50,900
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$287 (−79.4%)
2023
$1,391 (+25.4%)
2022
$1,109 (−15.1%)
2021
$1,306 (+1.4%)
2020
$1,288 (+0.1%)
2019
$1,287 (+2.5%)
2018
$1,256 (+4.0%)
2017
$1,207 (+25.1%)
2016
$965 (−0.4%)
2015
$969 (−2.2%)
2013
$991
Tax history for 53750 Kuivanen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$287 (−79.4%)
2023
$1,391 (+25.4%)
2022
$1,109 (−15.1%)
2021
$1,306 (+1.4%)
2020
$1,288 (+0.1%)
2019
$1,287 (+2.5%)
2018
$1,256 (+4.0%)
2017
$1,207 (+25.1%)
2016
$965 (−0.4%)
2015
$969 (−2.2%)
2013
$991
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
SITE/LOT FEATURES: Rural, Platted, Adjoins State/Fed Land
VIEW: Rural View, Lake View
Lot Size: 50,150
Zoning: Residential
Land Information
Land Contract: No
Acreage: 0.17
Roads: Gravel, Seasonal
Frontage: 50
Financial
Tax/Assessments Information
Taxable Value Year: 2023
Taxable Value: $30,138
Total Tax Year: 2023
Total Tax Amount: $1,391
Summer Tax Year: 2023
Summer Tax Amount: $1,164
Winter Tax Year: 2023
Winter Tax Amount: $227
Utilities
Utility Information
ELECTRIC: 100 Amp Service
UTILITIES: Cable Not Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Phone Available, Sewer Not Available, Water Not Available, Cable Not to Property, Natrl Gas Not to Property
Heat/Fuel Type: Electric
Water Heater: Electric
Water: Drilled Well
Cooling System: None
Heating System: Electric Heat
Sewer Septic: Septic
Location
Unit 5 Information
Living Room Dimensions: L=748
School Information
School District: Lake Linden Hubbell School Distr
School District: Lake Linden Hubbell School Distr
Address Information
Street Designation: Road
Location Details
At Ski Resort Y/N: No
Directions: From Lake Linden, go down 9th St AKA Bootjack Rd, immediate left on Traprock Valley Rd, right on Gay-Lake Linden Rd, R on Big Traverse Rd, L on Traverse River Rd, L on Kuivanen Rd, property is on the Right.
Municipality Type: Township
Municipality: Schoolcraft Twp
Mail City: Lake Linden
Subdivision: Private Plat of Kuivanen's
Municipality: Schoolcraft Twp
Area (Municipality): Schoolcraft Twp (31032)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 760
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Houghton County
APN: 012-003-014-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 10, 2026
Other
Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Standard
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
No
Around this home
Schools
Lake Linden-Hubbell High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 87° expected this year, 14 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
Lake Linden, MI • 49945
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.