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5 beds4,641 sqft$82/sqft
117 West Ridge Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849
Est: $2,238/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
4,791 sq ftLot Size
1890Year Built
$82/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Some homes simply provide a place to live; others become the backdrop for a lifetime of stories. The Otto Eger Home at 117 Ridge Street is one of those rare places. A high-style Victorian designed by Ishpeming architects Demar & Lovejoy for Otto Eger, Esq. More than 135 years later, the original plans and drawings remain with the home, preserving an extraordinary record of its design and craftsmanship. Imagine welcoming guests through the enclosed front porch, opening the pocket doors between rooms,...Some homes simply provide a place to live; others become the backdrop for a lifetime of stories. The Otto Eger Home at 117 Ridge Street is one of those rare places. A high-style Victorian designed by Ishpeming architects Demar & Lovejoy for Otto Eger, Esq. More than 135 years later, the original plans and drawings remain with the home, preserving an extraordinary record of its design and craftsmanship. Imagine welcoming guests through the enclosed front porch, opening the pocket doors between rooms, and hosting dinners beneath soaring ceilings surrounded by abundant milled woodwork and stained and leaded beveled-glass windows. In winter, the grand staircase practically calls for garland cascading along its railing, while the tall ceilings leave room for the kind of Christmas tree that becomes a tradition of its own. Evenings can end gathered around the living room’s gas fireplace, with the glow reflecting through the home’s remarkable glasswork. The expansive main level includes a formal dining and living rooms, spacious kitchen, with both gas and electric ovens, and inviting living spaces that can feel intimate on a quiet evening yet gracious when filled with guests. The home offers four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a separate office or flex room with potential as a fifth bedroom. Three bedrooms include walk-in closets, while the extraordinary primary suite spans more than 700 square feet. With its own gas fireplace, generous closet space, and private bathroom featuring a jetted tub, separate shower, and private toilet room, it feels like a retreat within the home. The finished attic adds another chapter to the story, offering a bedroom along with game and media space for movie nights, pool tournaments, creative projects, or simply escaping to a different corner of the house. In the basement, a traditional sauna with a separate shower provides another welcome place to unwind. Additional features include extensive basement storage and a composite rear deck. Important improvements include a high-efficiency NTI hot-water boiler installed in 2015, a 200-amp electrical panel, updated wiring, modernized plumbing, a double roof, some replacement windows, and substantial chimney work supporting the home’s two working gas fireplaces. Located near downtown Ishpeming, Bancroft Park, Ishpeming Playgrounds, the Iron Heritage Trail, and ATV and snowmobile trails, the Otto Eger Home offers more than impressive square footage. It offers documented history, irreplaceable Victorian craftsmanship, and the space to create stories that may be remembered for generations.
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  • Listed by: BENJAMIN ARGALL 906.250.2874 ben@argallrealestate.com • NEXTHOME SUPERIOR LIVING
Last updated: 09/01/2026 09:46 PM • Source: MiRealSource, MLS#: 50220535

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Property Information for 117 West Ridge Street

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Has Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: GR - General Residential
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Cross Street: Euclid
  • Directions: US 41 to roundabout, South on Lake Shore Drive, Left onto Euclid, Right on Pine. Home one corner of Pine and Ridge.
  • Latitude: 46.492011
  • Longitude: -87.670429
  • MLS Area Major: Ishpeming (52013)
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 52-51-107-007-00
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 41.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 4233.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 408.0
  • Building Area Total: 5856.0
  • Living Area: 4641.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1890
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Total Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room
  • Has Spa: Yes
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 14x16
  • Length: 14.0
  • Level: First
  • Type: Living Room
  • Width: 16.0
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 4x3
  • Length: 4.0
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Lavatory1
  • Width: 3.0
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 10x9
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Width: 9.0
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 11x11
  • Length: 11.0
  • Level: Third
  • Type: Bedroom 5
  • Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 13x13
  • Length: 13.0
  • Level: First
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Width: 13.0
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 31x47
  • Length: 31.0
  • Level: Third
  • Type: Bonus Room
  • Width: 47.0
Room 7
  • Dimensions: 15x14
  • Length: 15.0
  • Level: First
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Width: 14.0
Room 8
  • Dimensions: 15x20
  • Length: 15.0
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Laundry
  • Width: 20.0
Room 9
  • Dimensions: 16x13
  • Length: 16.0
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Width: 13.0
Room 10
  • Dimensions: 10x12
  • Length: 10.0
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bedroom 1
  • Width: 12.0
Room 11
  • Dimensions: 4x3
  • Length: 4.0
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Bathroom 1
  • Width: 3.0

Property History for 117 West Ridge Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #50220535

$380,000
Mar 8, 2019

Permanently Off Market

MiRealSource #10034507

$189,500
Oct 26, 2018

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #10034507

$189,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/01/2026

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #50220535

$380,000
03/08/2019

Permanently Off Market

MiRealSource #10034507

$189,500
10/26/2018

Listed (Active)

MiRealSource #10034507

$189,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 117 West Ridge Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,688 ($307 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,562 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,562 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,491 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,836 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1890ZoningGRCountyMARQUETTEAPN52-51-107-007-00

Schools near 117 West Ridge Street

This home is within Ishpeming Public School District No. 1.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Birchview School
PublicPK to 4

Ishpeming Middle School
Public5 to 8

Ishpeming High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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117 West Ridge Street is a single family home for sale in Ishpeming, MI 49849. This property was listed for sale on September 1, 2026 by NEXTHOME SUPERIOR LIVING, it's currently listed at $380,000. This listing's school district is Ishpeming Public School District No. 1. Nearby schools include Birchview School, Ishpeming Middle School and Ishpeming High School. 117 West Ridge Street is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 4,641 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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