Welcome to 209 Boatman Road in Houghton Lake — an immaculate 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch home situated in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood, just steps from beautiful Houghton Lake, Michigan’s largest inland lake. This well-maintained home features two spacious primary suites—one on the main level and another in the lower level—ideal for multigenerational living or hosting guests. The bright, open floor plan connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas seamlessly, creating a warm, welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining. Recent updates include a new concrete driveway and storm entry door (2020) and a new water heater (2022), offering added peace of mind. Downstairs, the full finished basement offers fantastic additional living space, complete with egress windows, a spacious laundry room, and a comfortable bedroom—ideal for guests, a home office, or recreation area. Outside, enjoy the semi-private backyard—a peaceful retreat for outdoor relaxation or gatherings. The detached garage adds extra storage and convenience for lake toys, tools, and more. Located in the heart of Tip-Up Town USA and close to Spicers Boat City, you’re perfectly positioned to enjoy all that Houghton Lake has to offer—boating, fishing, snowmobiling, dining, and year-round outdoor fun. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this move-in-ready gem is a rare find in one of Northern Michigan’s most beloved lakefront communities. Schedule your private showing today—this one won’t last! Buyer and buyers agent to verify SQ FT.
Sold for $235,000 on 07/08/25
$235,000
209 Boatman Rd, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
4beds
2,528sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.46 Acres Lot
$236,200 Zestimate®
$93/sqft
$2,095 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 08, 2025 at 08:15am
Listed by:
James T Silver 248-530-7292,
Keller Williams Somerset,
Ryan Sowter 586-256-3917,
Keller Williams Somerset
Bought with:
Unidentified Agent
Unidentified Office
Source: Realcomp II,MLS#: 20251003624

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,528 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,376
- Finished area below ground: 1,152
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Two Car Garage, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: GroundLevel
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 100 x 100 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 0031100660000
- Special conditions: Short Sale No,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement, Poured
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Houghton Lake
- Subdivision: AMERICAN COLONY
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Va Loan