About Us

 

Established in 2011, Superior Properties Real Estate has over 60 years of combined real estate experience including listing and selling residential, commercial, recreational, and vacant land properties as well as appraisal and consulting services. Our office is located at 208 Fifth Street, Calumet in the heart of the Keweenaw Peninsula. We are the only real estate office located north of Houghton and we regularly service Keweenaw, Houghton, Baraga, and Ontonagon Counties. At Superior Properties Real Estate, we are passionate about delivering exceptional real estate services to all. With our extensive knowledge and experience we are here to help you. Call today for more information and an appointment at our office or your location.

Our Agents

Thomas Tikkanen

Owner Broker - Certified General Appraiser

Born in Calumet and raised on the nearby family farm, I was fortunate to receive my formal education at Calumet High School, Suomi (Finlandia), and MTU, including a three year hiatus as I served in the US Army.

These experiences developed a sincere appreciation for our Keweenaw Community and a personal commitment to serve all members of our society.

In the midst of raising my family, my real estate career began in 1986 with the Frank A. Douglass Agency - RE/MAX. After 25 years, my wife, Babette, and I opened Superior Properties Real Estate in downtown Calumet.

Our business mission statement is simple:
"We are here to help. How can we help you?"

Licenses & Designations:

  •  Associate Broker

  • Certified General Appraiser

  • Graduate Realtor Institute

  • Keweenaw Multiple Listing Service, past president

  • Member of National, State, and Upper Peninsula Associations of REALTORS

Personal Accomplishments & Affiliations:

  • Houghton County Commissioner

  • Veterans of Foreign Wars & American Legion

  • Faith Lutheran Church

  • Coppertown, USA Museum - Board of Directors

  • Keweenaw Lions - past president & secretary

  • Calumet - Keweenaw Sportmen's Club

  • Former Main Street Calumet - Executive Director

  • Former Village of Calumet DDA - past president

  • Former CLK Rotary - past president & Paul Harris fellowship

Babette Jokela

Owner Broker

Born in Calumet and a graduate of Calumet High School and Northern Michigan University, I traveled extensively with my Air Force family returning to the only place I can call home thanks to the genuineness of the people and beauty of place — the Keweenaw.

Licensed in 1992, I achieved Top Producer status in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties with RE/MAX Douglass Real Estate prior to opening our office.

My real estate experience includes development of small businesses and income properties and is based upon my sincere appreciation of our unique Keweenaw communities and its creative people.

Whether you are a current resident or a new arrival, we will be happy to provide you with our full range of real estate services.

Licenses & Designations:

  • Associate Broker

  • Graduate Realtor Institute

  • Certified Residential Specialist

  • Member of National, State, and Upper Peninsula Associations of Realtors

Personal Accomplishments & Affiliations:

  • Keweenaw Lions - past president

  • Gallery On 5th - owner

  • Former CLK Rotary - past president & Paul Harris fellowship

George Newman

Realtor

Almost 30 years ago, a REALTOR, Tom Tikkanen, helped me find my dream home. My wife and I raised our daughter (and dozens of animals) on our farm.

After almost 40 years in the social work field, I retired. Now, I enjoy helping people find their dream home. Let me help you find your dream home.

As to my character, I am trusted by 4 dogs, 5 alpaca, 2 cats, 2 rabbits and 10 chickens. The 11th chicken is Kevin, the rooster. He hates me.