Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Marquette, MI
Established in 1977, Look Realty has grown from a small three-person operation to one of Marquette County's leading real estate firms. Our team specializes in residential, commercial, investment, and land properties, alongside rental property management services. With over 47 years of combined experience, we prioritize personalized service, evidenced by our client-centric approach and community recognition. As the #1 seller of commercial real estate and upper-end homes in the Upper Peninsula, we leverage deep local market knowledge and industry expertise. Our broker-owner, Steve Pelto, holds multiple leadership roles in community organizations and maintains certifications like Certified Residential Specialist.We emphasize transparency, ethical practices, and comprehensive support throughout real estate transactions. Our property managers ensure seamless rental experiences, maintaining smoke-free and pet-free environments across managed units. Client testimonials highlight our commitment to turning real estate aspirations into reality. We serve Marquette, Negaunee, Ishpeming, Gwinn, and surrounding Upper Peninsula communities. Backed by decades of experience and a reputation for excellence, we remain dedicated to meeting diverse real estate needs.
Services
Residential Real Estate
Commercial Properties
Rental Property Management
Investment Properties
Land Sales
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 47 years of combined real estate experience in the Upper Peninsula.
- Our team includes the #1 broker in commercial and multi-family sales over 20 years.
- We provide personalized service with a focus on ethical, transparent transactions.
- We manage diverse property types including residential, commercial, and investment properties.
- Our broker-owner holds leadership roles in local community organizations and industry associations.
Services
Residential Real Estate
We specialize in buying and selling residential properties, including single-family homes, multi-family units, and high-end estates. Our team provides market analysis, staging advice, and negotiation expertise to ensure optimal outcomes for homeowners and buyers in Marquette and surrounding areas.
Commercial Properties
As the #1 commercial real estate seller in the Upper Peninsula, we handle office spaces, retail locations, and industrial properties. Our brokers offer site selection, lease negotiations, and investment analysis tailored to business owners' unique requirements and growth strategies.
Rental Property Management
We manage diverse rental properties including apartments, houses, and storage units. Our services cover tenant screening, lease agreements, maintenance coordination, and rent collection, ensuring hassle-free experiences for property owners and residents across Marquette County.
Investment Properties
Our team assists clients in acquiring income-generating properties, including multi-family units and commercial spaces. We provide market trend analysis, ROI projections, and financing guidance to help investors build and manage profitable real estate portfolios in the Upper Peninsula.
Land Sales
We facilitate transactions for vacant land and development parcels, including acreage and building lots. Our brokers offer zoning information, development potential assessments, and pricing strategies to connect landowners with appropriate buyers in Northern Michigan.
People
Steve Pelto
Broker-Owner
With 47 years in real estate, Steve founded Look Realty at 21 as Michigan's youngest broker. He maintains leadership roles in local organizations and holds the Certified Residential Specialist designation. His expertise spans all property types, with a focus on client advocacy and community development.
Tiffany Bowman
Real Estate Agent
A licensed agent since 2015, Tiffany specializes in residential and commercial transactions. She assists clients with buying, selling, and property management, leveraging her market knowledge and client-focused approach to ensure smooth real estate experiences in the Upper Peninsula.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Marquette, Negaunee, Ishpeming, Gwinn, and surrounding Upper Peninsula communities for all real estate transactions and property management services.
What property types do you handle?
We manage residential homes, commercial properties, multi-family units, vacant land, and investment properties, along with rental apartment complexes and storage units.
How can I apply for rentals?
Visit our website to complete a rental application. One application covers multiple properties. Include all residents and preferred move-in dates for pre-approval consideration.
What are your rental requirements?
We require a security deposit matching one month's rent, one-year leases, and a non-refundable $20 application fee. All rentals maintain smoke-free and pet-free policies.
How do you support real estate investors?
We provide market analysis, investment property sourcing, and ROI projections. Our brokers assist with acquiring and managing income-generating properties across the Upper Peninsula.
Reviews (5)
Lily Bell
Dec 05, 2021
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Poorly constructed properties and your complaints dont get looked into, however landlords will come on property without notifying you even though theres is a Michigan law about how landlords cannot enter tenant occupied property without a 12 hour notice. Invasion of privacy!!! Seriously look at your contracts before signing and take everything into consideration
Darrin Bath
Nov 20, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality
If you can find somewhere else to rent, do so. My house is very poorly insulated and feels super drafty. That's less than ideal in these cold UP winters. Additionally, I have had maintenance people arrive on my property unannounced, while I was unprepared for company. Very unprofessional.
If you can find somewhere else to rent, do so. My house is very poorly insulated and feels super drafty. That's less than ideal in these cold UP winters. Additionally, I have had maintenance people arrive on my property unannounced, while I was unprepared for company. Very unprofessional.
Nox Melo
Oct 20, 2021
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RENTERS BEWARE!!! Steve Pelto is known to be an extremely scummy landlord. They will make you suffer as a tennant of theirs regardless of what you do. Pelto even has a criminal history of felony tax evasion (United States of America v. Steven Carl Pelto, 6th Cir, 1995). AVOID RENTING WITH THIS COMPANY AT ALL COSTS.
Jack Daurer
Dec 15, 2020
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Myself and 3 roomates rented a house from this group for over two years. We paid our rent on time and were respectful tennants. Look realty continuously took advantage of us in more ways than one. They postponed requested repairs for over a year and removed a significant portion of our allotted parking spaces and told us if we parked in our rear driveway we would be towed at our own cost. They then Raised the rent and built a building in our back yard all while ignoring the mold growing in our basement where people were sleeping. When one of our roomates moved out and subletted to another person
Angel Flood
Nov 24, 2020
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Look is the best.. Steve was amazing in helping me find my dream house and I couldn't be more happy with it. I highly recommend Look as your realty choise!
