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5968 W Houghton Lake Rd Houghton Lake, MI 48629
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About 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd
South Shore Marina with 100 feet of sandy beach waterfront, offering a versatile range of established and potential income opportunities. Primary home has been fully remodeled, top of the line finishes, with no expenses spared (just needs finishing touches to complete). Home boasts a main-floor, water-view master suite and updated kitchen and a water-facing patio. Two, water-view studio cottages have been completely remodeled and are fully-furnished with kitchenettes for two-person, couple functionality including shaded, water-view patios. These cottages have not been rented since the completion of remodel and were previously grossing $1000/month for 12-month rental and are estimated to be capable of $180 to $250 per night on short-term rental. Primary home could similarly be used as a primary home and/or could be rented on short-term rental for sleeping an estimated 10 to 12 people. Walk-out lower level could be finished into an additional unit maybe for a caretaker/owner residence. Western portion of property holds potential for additional construction --- possibly for additional rental cottages or another house. Launch a kayak, paddle board, and canoe rental business. Offer pontoon rentals for short-term rental clientele. Commercial zoning. Property currently sustains 36 boat slips with an annual gross rental income of $45,000 for seasonal slip rental. Gross income conservatively at $93,500 but could far exceed this number with vision and care. More financials available upon request.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Walk In Closets
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Waterfront: Lake, Dock Facilities, Water Access, Waterfront, Sandy Bottom
- Architectural Style: Apartment, Contemporary, Cottage, Other
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $975,000
- Price/SqFt: $434
- Lot: Cleared, Rolling/Hilly
- Year Built: 1975
- Living Area: 2,244 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.75 Acres
- MLS Number: 78080054439
- MLS Name: Aspire North REALTORS
- Office Name: Brookstone, Realtors
- Office Phone: (248) 963-0505
- Listing Agent: Renee W Waverly
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Nearby schools
3
Collins Elementary School
Public District PK-6
1.5 mi
•4441 W Houghton Lake Dr
4
Roscommon Elementary School
Public District PK-3
14.7 mi
•175 West Sunset Dr
3
Robert M Larson Elementary School
Public District KG-2
20.3 mi
•455 W Spruce 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 $36,000. Most Houghton Lake, MI residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
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About 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd
The listing price of 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd property is $975,000.
The property 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd is a house located in Houghton Lake, Michigan, 48629.
Active Listing: 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd are: Collins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roscommon Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Robert M Larson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roscommon Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Harrison Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lake City Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Houghton Lake Jr/Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Houghton Lake Community Education (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roscommon High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
The property at 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd is 2,244 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd is 1975.
This home is located at 5968 W Houghton Lake Rd in Houghton Lake, MI and zip code 48629. This 2,244 square foot home, which was built in 1975, sits on a 0.75 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $975,000.
In April 2025 more than 1 listings in Houghton Lake, MI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 5 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Houghton Lake, MI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 29.1%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 35 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $190,000.