12979 Tervo Rd Baraga, MI 49908
Property details
About 12979 Tervo Rd
Looking for a special place to retreat and make wonderful memories? This cottage on Lake Superior offers so many opportunities for you! The mixed sand and sandstone beach is perfectly situated to enjoy water activities and the expansive views of the lake, Huron Mountains and even a chance of watching the fireworks in Pequaming over the Fourth of July holiday! The cottage has 3 cozy bedrooms, 1 1/2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, great room and solarium. The original cabin was built in 1942+/- and the addition was in 2004+/-. The sellers have used the cottage as a 3-season retreat. It also has central heat, plus seller is aware of insulation in the attic, all walls of the addition, and the east and west walls of the original cabin. Additional features include hardwood floors in the original cabin, pine tongue and groove, updated kitchen, updated bathroom, fiber internet through Up.net and more! Seller would like to include most (will be removing 2 tables and chairs, bath stand, roll top desk in the small bedroom) of the furnishings remaining making this an easy start to your first summer at the lake! The heating system has 5 zones, four in-floor zones in the addition and solarium and one zone for baseboard heat in the original cabin, plus there is air conditioning in the addition and solarium. The original cabin does not have central air. There is a 1 car detached garage and a separate storage building for your water toys or outdoor furniture. The location is approximately 19 miles to Houghton and approximately 8 miles to Baraga. Improvements since 2013 include: kitchen cabinets and flooring, baseboard heat to original cabin, crawl space sump pump and gravel for drainage, exterior painting, bathroom update, water heater, and drain tile around front and side of original cabin. NOTICE: All information believed accurate but not warranted. Buyer recommended to inspect & verify all aspects of the property & bares all risks for any inaccuracies including but not limited to estimated acreage, lot location/size, square footage, utilities (availability & costs associated). Real estate taxes are subject to change (possibly significant) & municipality reassessment after sale. Buyer should NOT assume that buyer’s tax bills will be similar to the seller’s current tax bills. Taxes are not zero. Audio/video recording devices may be present on property and entering the property shall be considered consent to be recorded. OFFERS: 72 hours response time requested on offers. Seller, at seller's sole discretion, with or without notice, reserves the right to set and/or modify offer submission & response deadlines.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: No
- Interior: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Hardwood Floors
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: 3 or More Spaces
- Waterfront: Lake Front, Water View, Waterfront
- View: Lake, Water
- Exterior: None (ExteriorFeatures)
- Heating: Propane, Steam, Hot Water, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $318,900
- Price/SqFt: $164
- Directions: US41 South, Left on Kelsey Road, L on Tervo Road, on Right
- Year Built: 1942
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,937 SqFt
- School District: Baraga Area School District
- Lot Size: 0.7 Acres
- MLS Number: 50171997
- MLS Name: Upper Peninsula Assoc of Realtors
- Office Name: CENTURY 21 AFFILIATED
- Office Phone: (906) 482-0001
- Office Email: kristine.weidner@c21affiliated.com
- Listing Agent: KRISTINE WEIDNER (JUKURI)
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Apr 02, 2013 | Home Sold | $150,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $109,667 | $- |
2023 | $99,927 | $- |
2022 | $89,472 | $- |
2021 | $89,300 | $- |
2020 | $83,484 | $- |
2019 | $81,331 | $- |
2018 | $76,345 | $- |
2017 | $74,775 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
South Range Elementary School
Public District KG-6
15.3 mi
•2 Whealkate Dr
7
Houghton Elementary School
Public District KG-5
16.8 mi
•203 W Jacker Ave
6
Barkell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
18.4 mi
•1201 N Elevation St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,147. The majority of Baraga, MI residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
Frequently asked questions
About 12979 Tervo Rd
The listing price of 12979 Tervo Rd property is $318,900.
The property 12979 Tervo Rd is a house located in Baraga, Michigan, 49908.
Active Listing: 12979 Tervo Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12979 Tervo Rd are: South Range Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Houghton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Barkell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Houghton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), E. B. Holman Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Washington Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), L'Anse Area Schools (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Chassell K-12 School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Jeffers High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
The last sale was on April 2, 2013 for $150,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 12979 Tervo Rd has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 12979 Tervo Rd is 1,937 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12979 Tervo Rd is 1942.
This home is located at 12979 Tervo Rd in Baraga, MI and zip code 49958. This 1,937 square foot home, which was built in 1942, sits on a 0.70 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $318,900.