Set along Big Traverse Bay, this peaceful waterfront property offers a relaxed, up-north atmosphere with stunning Lake Superior and Huron Mountain views. The main cottage features 2 bedrooms, an open living space, kitchen, ¾ bath, and laundry. A separate guest cottage includes a spacious living area, sun porch, and attached carport for a boat or vehicle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$185Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by ALYDA ERVA• NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAND BROKERS - H
•906-523-5575 (broker)
•office.nmlb@gmail.com (broker)
Bought with ALYDA ERVA• NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAND BROKERS - H
Est. $1,236 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 53776 Kuivanen Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
UPAR #50218327
Aug 11, 2026
Sold
$135,000
$185/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Sold
$135,000
$185/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Listed
$135,000
$185/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Listed
$135,000
$185/sq ft
+4
Set along Big Traverse Bay, this peaceful waterfront property offers a relaxed, up-north atmosphere with stunning Lake Superior and Huron Mountain views. The main cottage features 2 bedrooms, an open living space, kitchen, ¾ bath, and laundry. A separate guest cottage includes a spacious living area, sun porch, and attached carport for a boat or vehicle.
UPAR #50129441
Jun 12, 2026
Sold
$115,000
$158/sq ft
Jun 12, 2026
Sold
$115,000
$158/sq ft
Jun 12, 2026
Sold
$115,000
$158/sq ft
Mar 6, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 6, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 31, 2025
Price Changed
$169,000
$232/sq ft
Aug 30, 2025
Price Changed
$169,000
$232/sq ft
Dec 23, 2024
Price Changed
$180,000
$247/sq ft
Dec 23, 2024
Price Changed
$180,000
$247/sq ft
Jul 8, 2024
Price Changed
$200,000
$275/sq ft
Jul 8, 2024
Price Changed
$200,000
$275/sq ft
Jul 3, 2024
Relisted
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Jul 3, 2024
Relisted
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Jul 1, 2024
Delisted
—
Jul 1, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Dec 8, 2023
Listed
$250,000
$343/sq ft
Dec 8, 2023
Listed
$250,000
$343/sq ft
Dec 8, 2023
Listed
$169,000
$232/sq ft
+7
Feels like a fisherman's village. Located on Big traverse bay. This River and lake side community has a unique peaceful feel. Beautiful views of Big Lake Superior and the Huron Mountains. The cottage has been used seasonally. and has 2 bedrooms a large open living room a kitchen 3/4 bath and laundry. There is an additional guest cottage/sleeping quarters that has a 20 by 14 living area and an 8 by 14 sun porch. there is a carport attached to the guest cottage to keep your boat or car out of the weather. This property could use a little TLC but has loads of potential. The Keweenaw peninsula is a tourist haven with many bike and ATV/snowmobile trails. Mt Bohemia one of the longest ski slopes in the Midwest and Mt Ripley in Houghton is just minutes away. Taxes are not Zero, that data is forthcoming. NOTICE: All information believed accurate but not warranted. Buyer recommended to inspect property, verify all information & bears all risks for any inaccuracies. Tax information is subject to change. All measurements (acres, lot size, square footage etc) are estimated. Sellers may have audio/video recording devices present on property. By entering or being on property, Buyer, and Buyer’s agent consent to being recorded. Seller makes no representations as to the extent of, or the ownership or control of accretions. frontage may be subject to accreted property rights owned by the State of Michigan. Waterfront marketing is based on the original survey/private plat which shows the water. Seller makes no representations as to the extent of, or the ownership or control of accretions.
Directions: From Lake linden take 9th street or Bootjack Rd towards bootjack, left on rice lake Rd, past Rice Lake to Big Traverse, Take a Left at Big traverse, then take a rt on Traverse river Rd, then take a L on Kuivanen Rd to home on the R
Municipality: Lake Linden
Mail City: Lake Linden
Subdivision: None
Municipality: Lake Linden
Area (Municipality): Lake Linden (31018)
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,008
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Houghton County
APN: 012-003-017-00
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Listing Data
SPECIAL LISTING CONDITION: Other-See Remarks
Listing Information
Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtor
Around this home
Schools
Lake Linden-Hubbell High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi
7/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Lake Linden. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.