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Who We Are

Meet the team guiding Houghton For Rent every step of the way.

Rooted in the Keweenaw and built over three decades, we are a family-led property management team committed to supporting renters during their time in Houghton.

The Bradway Story

Derek Bradway grew up in the U.P. and, together with his wife, graduated from Michigan Tech. With three children and deep roots in the community, Derek started Houghton For Rent with a simple duplex purchase. Over the past 30 years, that single property has grown into a trusted network of homes for students and families alike.

He and his family are active members of Rugged Cross Church in Hancock, and Derek continues to invest in the area by creating jobs and supporting local initiatives. That same mindset is shared by the rest of our management team, who are united around one goal: to care for our tenants and properties.

Tom is our office manager, supported by a talented maintenance staff and cleaning crew. We know many renters are living away from home for the first time. Our role is to make the transition smooth, safe, and welcoming.

"For more than three decades we've been building homes and relationships in Houghton. Our promise is to keep showing up for the people who trust us with their next chapter."
Portrait of Derek Bradway

Derek Bradway

Founder & CEO

Our office

Visit the team in Houghton

Whether you're ready to sign a lease or just have questions, stop by our Canal Road office. We're here to help every tenant feel at home.

Team spotlight

Meet the people behind Houghton For Rent

These are the faces you will see around campus, at the office, and across our properties — the people who make sure every tenant feels supported from move-in to move-out.

Derek Bradway — Founder & CEO

Derek Bradway

Founder & CEO

Derek graduated from Michigan Tech in 1993. He spent the majority of his life here in the U.P. In his free time he enjoys a good book and taking his dogs out plowing.

Tom Keeley — Office Manager

Tom Keeley

Office Manager

Tom is the man running the books here at the office. In his free time you can catch him golfing on the green or with his buddies bowling.

Scott Zenner — Maintenance Member

Scott Zenner

Maintenance Member

"Scottie" ensures all maintenance requests are handled with care. He enjoys playing football and was a standout player in high school.

Chris McKellar — Trash/Shovel Crew Lead

Chris McKellar

Trash/Shovel Crew Lead

Chris collects your trash and shovels your walkways. He loves the quiet solitude of the outdoors and would always prefer to be outside.

Apply Today

Interested in joining the team? We’re always looking for talented people who care about serving renters across Houghton.

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