$315,000
SOLD MAY 22, 2026

42936 Superior Rd Houghton, MI 49931

Houghton Area
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,584 Sq Ft
23 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 22, 2026

$199 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

212 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sauna
  • Waterfront
  • Deck
  • Houghton Elementary School Rated A
  • 23 Acre Lot
  • Pond

About This Home

As of May 2026

Escape to your own true Upper Peninsula property! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch home sits on 23 secluded acres, offering peace, privacy, and endless outdoor enjoyment – all less than 10 minutes from town. Inside, the home offers easy main-floor living, with an open layout connecting the kitchen, dining, and living rooms, all lined with windows and glass doors that bring in natural light and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Watch wildlife pass by without ever leaving the couch. The floor plan is both functional and flexible. On one side of the main living space, you'll find two bedrooms, a full bath, and the laundry area. The third bedroom is a walk-through, making it ideal as a home office, bonus room, or guest space. On the opposite side of the home, the primary bedroom and a second half bath. There is an indoor sauna that offers a second shower and has options to for the stove to heat the 6" slab floor and water heater. Step outside and enjoy the stunning 4.6-acre pond, fully stocked with fish complete with its own island – perfect for fishing, kayaking, or simply enjoying the view. A scenic 3⁄4-mile loop trail winds through the woods and around the pond, ideal for walking, running, or exploring nature. The backyard features a fire pit for cozy evenings under the stars and a shelter for storing outdoor gear, toys, or even an RV. If you're looking for privacy, natural beauty, and year-round comfort, this one-of-a-kind property is a must-see. Schedule your private tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alyda Erva

NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAND BROKERS - H License #UPAR-6501464757 Listed on: 09/17/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Travis Kilpela

NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAND BROKERS - H License #UPAR-6501457995

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 23 Acre Lot
  • 2,400 Ft Wide Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Rural Setting

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,584 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Entryway
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Sauna
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Access to stream, creek or river
  • Property is near a pond
  • Pond
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Space Heater
  • Boiler Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Well
  • Liquid Propane Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 010-284-003-50

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

23 Acres

Listing Details

  • Originating MLS: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type: Residential
  • Type Of Property: Single Family
  • Architecture Style: Ranch
  • Structure Style: 1 Story
  • Total Tax Amount: 4280
  • Total Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Mail City: Houghton
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Cable/Internet Avail., Ceramic Floors, Window Treatment(s), Spa/Sauna
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Fireplace
  • Basement: None (Basement)
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 1: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 10 x 10
  • Bedroom 2: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 9 x 14
  • Bedroom 3: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 9 x 13
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom 1: Dimensions: 5 x 7, On Level: Main
  • Room Types: Entry, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, Sun/Florida Room
  • Kitchen: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 15 x 12
  • Living Room: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 24 x 13
  • Living Room Floor Covering: Ceramic
  • Sun Room: On Main Floor, Dimensions: 23 x 7
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1584
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1584
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Pond
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Frontage: 2400
  • Lake Name: 4+ Acre Pond
  • Road: City/County, Paved Street, Year Round
  • Water Features: Creek/Stream/Brook, Pond, Water View, Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Out Buildings: Shed
  • Frontage Type: Water

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Attached Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: 3 or More Spaces, Garage
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Heating: Boiler, Radiant, Space Heater
  • Heating Fuel: LP/Propane Gas, Wood
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Private Well
  • Water Heater: Propane Hot Water
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window A/C

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 010-284-003-50
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Acreage: 23
  • Geo Subdivision: MI
  • Site/Lot Features: Rural

Tax Info

  • Summer Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $2,458.00
  • Winter Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $1,822.00
  • Total Tax: Year: 2024, Amount: $4,280.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Houghton-Portage Twp Schools

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/22/2026 05/22/26 Sold $315,000 -4.5% $199 / Sq Ft
04/17/2026 04/17/26 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2025 11/10/25 Price Changed $329,900 -5.7% $208 / Sq Ft
10/27/2025 10/27/25 Price Changed $349,900 -6.7% $221 / Sq Ft
10/13/2025 10/13/25 Price Changed $375,000 -1.3% $237 / Sq Ft
09/17/2025 09/17/25 For Sale $379,900 +90.9% $240 / Sq Ft
10/10/2017 10/10/17 Sold $199,000 -31.1% $130 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/01/2017 09/01/17 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2017 06/05/17 For Sale $289,000 -- $188 / Sq Ft
Source: Upper Peninsula Association of REALTORS®

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
2026 $4,554 $163,402 $0 $0
2025 $2,536 $161,303 $0 $0
2024 $25 $154,214 $0 $0
2023 $2,342 $131,501 $0 $0
2022 $3,895 $118,469 $0 $0
2021 $3,662 $114,283 $0 $0
2020 $3,366 $102,309 $0 $0
2019 $3,305 $102,022 $0 $0
2018 $4,908 $95,200 $0 $0
2017 $1,144 $93,049 $0 $0
2016 -- $90,802 $0 $0
2015 -- $89,751 $0 $0
2014 -- $83,013 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Upper Peninsula Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 50188710

Upper Peninsula Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-284-003-50

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