$219,997
PENDING $5K PRICE DROP

104 Wells St Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Estimated payment $1,440/month

Total Views 22,404
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,176 Sq Ft
$187 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

Enjoy Stunning Houghton Lake Views Without the Lakefront Price Tag! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled on a peaceful dead-end street with lake access just steps away! From the moment you arrive, you'll be drawn to the gorgeous lake views from the front porch—perfect for morning coffee or winding down at sunset. This year-round home offers the charm of a classic lake cottage with all the modern conveniences you want: central air, natural gas forced-air heat, a spacious 2-car garage, and thoughtful updates throughout. You will also find: A newly paved driveway Updated oven/range Refreshed full bath with a new toilet and tub surround Updated window treatments Beautiful landscaping A brand-new sump pump A pristine, well-insulated crawl space to help maintain energy efficiency year-round The sellers are also including a few extras to get you started lawnmower, snowblower, ladder, portable heater, and a workbench making this move-in ready home even more turnkey. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or the perfect weekend getaway, this home checks all the boxes. It's been lovingly cared for, and it shows. Come see it in person take a moment on the porch, soak in the lake breeze, and picture life at Houghton Lake. You won't want to leave.

Listing Agent

James Theisen

Midge & Co License #MISPE-6501407354 Listed on: 04/19/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Midge Rutter

Midge & Co License #MISPE-6502393939

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 100
  • Street terminates at a dead end

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Bungalow
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,176 Sq Ft Home
  • Crawl Space

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Access To Lake

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Houghton Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 011-392-014-0000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,678

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: MiRealSource
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type: Residential
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Bungalow, Ranch
  • Structure Style: 1 Story
  • Total Tax Amount: 2678
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Mail City: Houghton Lake Heights
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: On 1st Floor, Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Bedroom 2: On 1st Floor, Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Bedroom 3: On 1st Floor, Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: First
  • Kitchen: On 1st Floor, Dimensions: 13 x 11
  • Living Room: On 1st Floor, Dimensions: 16 x 15
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1176
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1176

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation: Crawl
  • Frontage: 50
  • Road: Paved Street
  • Water Features: All Sports Lake, Lake/River Access, Water View, Beach Access
  • Frontage Type: Road

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Detached Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking: Paved Driveway
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sanitary
  • Water: Private Well
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Cooling: Central A/C

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 011-392-014-0000
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 100
  • Acreage: 0.12
  • Geo Subdivision: MI
  • Site/Lot Features: Dead End

Tax Info

  • Summer Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $1,193.00
  • Winter Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $1,485.00
  • Total Tax: Amount: $2,678.00
  • SEV Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District: Houghton Lake Comm Schools

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,660 $66,200 $0 $0
2023 $1,584 $66,200 $0 $0
2022 $2,433 $54,500 $0 $0
2021 $2,377 $51,600 $0 $0
2020 $1,981 $48,000 $0 $0
2019 $1,941 $46,700 $0 $0
2018 $1,871 $46,200 $0 $0
2016 $1,800 $45,800 $0 $0
2015 -- $46,700 $0 $0
2014 -- $50,900 $0 $0
2013 -- $51,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/21/2025 07/21/25 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2025 06/14/25 Price Changed $219,997 -2.2% $187 / Sq Ft
04/18/2025 04/18/25 For Sale $224,900 +40.6% $191 / Sq Ft
09/11/2020 09/11/20 Sold $160,000 -- --
07/31/2020 07/31/20 Pending -- -- --
Source: Michigan Multiple Listing Service

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $160,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $144,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Michigan Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 50171954

Michigan Multiple Listing Service

APN: 011-392-014-0000