#20250021525, Derek Werenka, Listing office: SimpliHom
$495,000 List price
7590 Lighthouse Rd Port Hope, MI 48468
3 beds
2 full
2,241 sqft
0.4 acres
$221 / sqft
House
Property details
About 7590 Lighthouse Rd
“Huddle Up on Lake Huron: Estate of Lions Legend Tobin Rote” Step into history with this rare lakefront ranch owned by former NFL quarterback Tobin Rote—heroic leader of the Detroit Lions’ 1957 Championship. Just 2½ hours north of Detroit at 7590 Lighthouse Rd, Port Hope, MI, this 3-bed, 2-bath home offers 2,241 sq ft of open-concept living—ideal for entertaining family and fans under cathedral and vaulted ceilings. Legacy Highlights: Walk the grounds where Detroit Lions history was made by Rote himself after retirement. Enjoy sweeping views of Lake Huron and breathtaking sunsets from the colonial stone and vinyl exterior. Host championship-worthy game nights in the gourmet kitchen with granite counters and rich hardwood floors. Step out onto the primary suite’s private deck for morning gatherings—just like a champion. Feature-Rich for Today: Large lakeside patio, boat-shed, and solid stone seawall. Modern comforts including central A/C, a whole-house 22 kW Generac generator, 2-car attached/boat garage. All-season ready—1-year home warranty—move-in ready! This is more than a home—it’s a piece of Lions history and the ultimate retreat: full-time, vacation, or rental-ready.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingPropane, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,241 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.4 Acres
Year built1991
ParkingGarage
MLS #50177496
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontLake, Lake Front, Seawall
ViewLake
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Oven, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Furnished
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Garage
- Waterfront: Lake, Lake Front, Seawall
- View: Lake
- Heating: Propane, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $495,000
- Price/SqFt: $220
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,330
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1991
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,241 SqFt
- School District: Port Hope Community Schools
- Lot Size: 0.4 Acres
- MLS Number: 50177496
- MLS Name: MiRealSource
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Lakeside
- Office Phone: (586) 532-0500
- Office Email: managingbroker@kwlakeside.com
- Listing Agent: David L. Kraft
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $206,800 | $3,330 |
| 2023 | $210,100 | $3,260 |
| 2022 | $166,800 | $3,023 |
| 2021 | $153,300 | $- |
| 2020 | $181,900 | $- |
| 2019 | $198,400 | $- |
| 2018 | $139,000 | $- |
| 2017 | $145,700 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Harbor Beach Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
15.0 mi
•402 S 5th St
5
Bad Axe Middle School
Public District 3-6
18.5 mi
•750 S Van Dyke Rd
7
Ubly Community Elementary School
Public District KG-5
23.0 mi
•2020 Union 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 $39,945. The majority of Port Hope, MI residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
43%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
39%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
45%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
33%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Wal-Mart
Bass Pro Shops
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Oldsmobile
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
Oldies- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 7590 Lighthouse Rd
The listing price of 7590 Lighthouse Rd property is $495,000.
The property 7590 Lighthouse Rd is a house located in Port Hope, Michigan, 48468.
Active Listing: 7590 Lighthouse Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 7590 Lighthouse Rd are: Harbor Beach Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bad Axe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Ubly Community Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Harbor Beach Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Laker Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), North Huron School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Harbor Beach High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bad Axe High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,330 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 7590 Lighthouse Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 7590 Lighthouse Rd is 2,241 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 7590 Lighthouse Rd is 1991.
This home is located at 7590 Lighthouse Rd in Port Hope, MI and zip code 48468. This 2,241 square foot home, which was built in 1991, sits on a 0.40 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $495,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.