$184,900
UNDER CONTRACT $49K PRICE DROP

8139 E Houghton Lake Dr Houghton Lake, MI 48629

Estimated payment $1,198/month

Total Views 15,815
2 Beds
1 Bath
517 Sq Ft
$358 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Shed
  • Docks
  • Living Room
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

Enjoy the charm of lakeside living in this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage located directly on the north shore of Houghton Lake. This inviting retreat is part of a small community of just 10 cottages sharing over 100 feet of lake frontage. Step inside to find a completely updated interior featuring a brand-new kitchen with solid maple cabinets, a unique live edge countertop, and new knotty pine walls that add warmth and character throughout. The remodeled bathroom, new appliances—including a washer and dryer—and instant water heater offer modern comfort, while the newly insulated porch room offers stunning views of the lake. Three efficient mini splits provide year-round heating and cooling. With breathtaking lakefront views from your own cottage, a dedicated boat slip, and an additional small craft slip, this property is perfect for both relaxing getaways and active lake life. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Houghton Lake paradise!

Listing Agent

Jeri Ann Janisse

RE/MAX of Higgins Lake Brokerage Email: info@higginslakeinfo.com License #6506037041 Listed on: 05/09/2025

RE/MAX of Higgins Lake

Co-Listing Agent

The McDonald Team

RE/MAX of Higgins Lake Brokerage Email: info@higginslakeinfo.com

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 103 x 354
  • Lake Front

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 517 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Shed

Schools

  • Houghton Lake Elementary School
  • Houghton Lake High School

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Wall Furnace
  • Shared Well
  • Municipal Utilities District Sewer

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • T23n R3w Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 008-610-001-0000
  • Tax Block Sec 19

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: E Houghton Lake Drive to Northwoods Condos, Unit #1 (last cottage on the right).
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Lot Size: 103 x 354
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Bedroom 1 Level: 1st
  • Bedroom 2 Level: 1st
  • Dining Room Level: 1st
  • Kitchen Level: 1st
  • Living Room Level: 1st
  • Attribution Contact: info@higginslakeinfo.com
  • PropertySubType: Residential Water
  • Road Frontage Type: Lake
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Houghton Lake
  • NAV29_Unit_1_Appliances: Washer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dryer
  • Co List Office Phone: 989-821-6208
  • MLS Status: Active w/Contingencies
  • Subdivision Name: T23N R3W
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 517.0
  • Architectural Style: 1+ Story
  • Contract Information:Short Sale: No
  • Property Information Waterfront: Yes
  • General Property Information Lot Size Dimensions: 103 x 354
  • Property Information Total Bathrooms2: 1.0
  • Property Information:Style2: 1+ Story
  • Property Information Construction: Frame
  • Exterior:Vinyl2: Yes
  • Appliances Equipmt Microwave2: Yes
  • Appliances Equipmt RangeOven: Yes
  • Laundry Main Level: Yes
  • Appliances Equipmt Dryer2: Yes
  • Appliances Equipmt Washer2: Yes
  • Location Tax and Legal Zoning2: Residential
  • Sewer Municipal4: Yes
  • HeatingAir Wall Furnace: Yes
  • Water:Shared Well2: Yes
  • HeatingAir Mini Split HeatCool: Yes
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Utility Room Level: 1st
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • BasementFoundation:Crawl: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Dock, Shed
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl
  • Exterior Features:Shed: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Dock: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Municipal
  • Heating: Mini Split Heat/Cool, Wall Furnace
  • HeatingYN: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • TaxesAndPossessionAssociationDues: Yes
  • TaxesAndPossessionAssociationFeeFrequency: Annually

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Schools Elementary School: Houghton Lake
  • Schools High School: Houghton Lake
  • Elementary School: Houghton Lake
  • Junior High Dist: Houghton Lake
  • High School: Houghton Lake

Lot Info

  • Zoning: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 008-610-001-0000

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: Sec 19

Map

Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Price Changed $184,900 -2.4% $358 / Sq Ft
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Price Changed $189,500 -5.0% $367 / Sq Ft
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Price Changed $199,500 -2.6% $386 / Sq Ft
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Price Changed $204,900 -4.7% $396 / Sq Ft
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Price Changed $214,900 -4.4% $416 / Sq Ft
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Price Changed $224,900 -3.9% $435 / Sq Ft
05/09/2025 05/09/25 For Sale $234,000 +80.0% $453 / Sq Ft
08/05/2022 08/05/22 Sold $130,000 +0.4% $230 / Sq Ft
07/07/2022 07/07/22 For Sale $129,500 +135.5% $230 / Sq Ft
07/03/2022 07/03/22 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2019 07/29/19 Sold $55,000 -- $138 / Sq Ft
06/16/2019 06/16/19 Pending -- -- --
Source: Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS®

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Source: Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 201834489

Water Wonderland Board of REALTORS®