$314,900
UNDER CONTRACT

Estimated payment $1,731/month

Total Views 5,345
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,170 Sq Ft
$145 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Waterfront
  • Pole Barn
  • First Floor Utility Room

About This Home

Welcome to this charming Houghton Lake cottage, just steps from the hidden gem of Johnson Beach! Nestled among beautiful high-end homes and conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everything Houghton Lake has to offer, this property offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience. Situated on a spacious lot and within walking distance of the lake, this picturesque home has the storybook feel of a Thomas Kinkade painting. Over the past few years, the home has seen numerous updates, including professionally trimmed and removed trees, fresh landscaping with paver borders, a new garage door opener and garage entry door, rebuilt deck steps and handrails, and a freshly stained deck. Inside, you'll find new tongue-and-groove ceilings, updated flooring in the kitchen, dining area, and den, new carpet in the living room, fresh interior paint throughout, updated lighting and ceiling fan, new pantry, bathroom, laundry room, closet, and linen doors, a beautifully remodeled main-floor bathroom, plus a new dishwasher and washer/dryer. Major mechanical improvements include a new furnace, hot water heater, and natural gas wall heater, offering peace of mind for years to come. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a weekend getaway, or an Up North retreat, this lovingly maintained cottage captures the warmth and charm that makes Houghton Lake so special. Come experience this storybook setting for yourself!

Listing Agent

Kevin Nagel

CB Schmidt Houghton Lake License #6506048782 Listed on: 07/06/2026

CB Schmidt Houghton Lake

Co-Listing Agent

Justin Holbrook

CB Schmidt Houghton Lake License #6501467785

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • Garden

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,170 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Pole Barn
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Municipal Utilities District Sewer

Community Details

  • Idlewild Residence Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 003-370-207-4000
  • Tax Block 15

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Directions: M-55 W To 12 St
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Lot Size: 4 Lots
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Bedroom 1 Level: 1st
  • Bedroom 2 Level: 2nd
  • Dining Room Level: 1st
  • Kitchen Level: 1st
  • Living Room Level: 1st
  • Year Built: 1940
  • PropertySubType: Residential Lot
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • NAV29_Unit_1_Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Washer
  • MLS Status: Active w/Contingencies
  • Subdivision Name: Idlewild Residence
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2170.0
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: County Records
  • Property Information Total Bathrooms2: 2.0
  • Property Information:Style2: 2+ Story
  • Property Information Construction: Frame
  • Road:Road: Paved, Public
  • Special Features: 4224
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Michigan/Utility
  • Interior Amenities: Blinds, Ceiling Fan, 1st Flr Primary Bdrm
  • Bedroom 3 Level: 2nd
  • Bedroom 4 Level: 2nd
  • Family Room Level: 1st
  • Utility Room Level: 1st
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Interior Features:Interior Features: Fireplace, 1st Flr Primary Bdrm

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Pole Building, Shed
  • Waterfront Features: Water View
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl, Basement
  • Exterior:Exterior: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Property Information:Garage Stall2: 3
  • Property Information:Garage Type2: Pole Barn

Utilities

  • Sewer: Municipal
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Well

Association/Amenities

  • TaxesAndPossessionAssociationDues: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Houghton Lake

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 003-370-207-4000

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 15

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Tax History

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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 $4 $76,500 $0 $0
2023 $342 $76,500 $0 $0
2022 $1,003 $59,600 $0 $0
2021 $966 $55,900 $0 $0
2020 $957 $50,900 $0 $0
2019 $937 $48,200 $0 $0
2018 $920 $40,900 $0 $0
2016 $881 $45,300 $0 $0
2015 -- $38,200 $0 $0
2014 -- $39,400 $0 $0
2013 -- $35,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/06/2026 07/06/26 For Sale $314,900 +26.0% $145 / Sq Ft
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Sold $250,000 +2.5% $115 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Price Changed $244,000 -5.8% $112 / Sq Ft
05/09/2025 05/09/25 For Sale $259,000 -- $119 / Sq Ft
Source: Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS®

Source: Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 201841223

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS®

APN: 003-370-232-0000

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