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    • Price cut: $45K (7/1)
    $1,445,000

    5078 E Water St, Port Clinton, OH 43452

    5beds
    3,484sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    0.42 Acres Lot
    $1,335,000 Zestimate®
    $415/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Utility barnBeautifully maintained perennial gardensOverlooking the lakeKoi pond patioTwo-car garageStunning lake viewsAmple parking
    This Beautifully Restored 1890 Lakefront Home On Catawba Point Blends Historic Charm With Modern Updates.offering 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, And Over 3,400 Sq Ft, The Home Features An Open-concept Great Room And Kitchen With Wrap Around Windows, Skylights, And Stunning Lake Views. Multiple Living And Dining Spaces-includes A Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, And A Cozy Living Room With Fireplace-make It Ideal For Entertaining.the All-season Room Provides Panoramic Views Of Lake Erie And Seamless Indoor-outdoor Living. Upstairs, Five Bedrooms Include A Spacious Primary Suite With Sitting Area, Office, And En-suite Bath, Along With A Second Full Bath Featuring A Classic Clawfoot Tub.outside, Enjoy Beautifully Maintained Perennial Gardens, A Koi Pond Patio, And A Second Patio With Hot Tub-all Overlooking The Lake. Additional Highlights Include A Two-car Garage, Utility Barn, And Ample Parking.located Steps From Miller Ferry With Easy Access To The Lake Erie Islands, Marinas, Golf, And Nearby Port Clinton And Sandusky. Currently Operating As A Boutique Owner-occupied B&b With A Conditional Use Permit In Place.(this Property Also Includes Parcel Number: 013-21075-34781-000)
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    Listed by:

    Kenneth S. Spero 216-990-9422 kennethspero@howardhanna.com,

    Howard Hanna - Catawba

    Source: Firelands MLS,MLS#: 20260688Originating MLS: Firelands MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Office, Sun Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 432
      • Dimensions: 24 x 18
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 156
      • Dimensions: 13 x 12
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 120
      • Dimensions: 12 x 10
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 150
      • Dimensions: 15 x 10
      Bedroom 5
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 100
      • Dimensions: 10 x 10
      Bathroom
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Second
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: Second
      Dining room
      • Features: Formal
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 210
      • Dimensions: 15 x 14
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 273
      • Dimensions: 21 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 240
      • Dimensions: 20 x 12
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 195
      • Dimensions: 15 x 13
      Heating
      • Gas, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Vented Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Windows: Thermo Pane
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,484
      • Total interior livable area: 3,484 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Inside Entrance, Garage Door Opener, Paved
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Spa features: Hot Tub
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Lake, Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Lake,Water
      • Waterfront features: Lake Erie
      • Body of water: Lake Erie
      Lot
      • Size: 0.42 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed/Storage
      • Additional parcels included: 0132107534781000
      • Parcel number: 0132107534776000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum, Stone, Wood
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • Year built: 1890

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: ON
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System, Surveillance On Site
      • Subdivision: Ottawa City
      Location
      • Region: Port Clinton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $415/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $513,290
      • Annual tax amount: $5,548
      • Price range: $1.4M - $1.4M
      • Date on market: 3/30/2026
      • Date available: 01/01/1800

        Estimated market value

        $1,335,000

        $1.27M - $1.40M

        $3,047/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/1/2026Price change$1,445,000-3%$415/sqft
        Source: Firelands MLS #20260688 Report a problem
        3/30/2026Listed for sale$1,490,000+238.6%$428/sqft
        Source: Firelands MLS #20260688 Report a problem
        11/20/2015Sold$440,000-8.1%$126/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        7/29/2015Price change$479,000-4%$137/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20150213 Report a problem
        4/12/2015Price change$499,000-5.7%$143/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20150213 Report a problem
        1/17/2015Listed for sale$529,000+6%$152/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20150213 Report a problem
        12/3/2014Listing removed$499,000$143/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20144586 Report a problem
        11/2/2014Price change$499,000-9.1%$143/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20144586 Report a problem
        9/26/2014Price change$549,000-5.2%$158/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20144586 Report a problem
        8/23/2014Listed for sale$579,000+5.5%$166/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20144586 Report a problem
        11/6/2013Listing removed$549,000$158/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20133230 Report a problem
        3/1/2012Listed for sale$549,000-15.4%$158/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna Real Estate Services Report a problem
        10/25/2011Listing removed$649,000$186/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #20112934 Report a problem
        5/8/2010Price change$649,000-4.4%$186/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna - Catawba #3107399 Report a problem
        4/7/2010Price change$679,000+4.6%$195/sqft
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        10/11/2009Price change$649,000-7.2%$186/sqft
        Source: Real Living Realty One #802431 Report a problem
        10/2/2009Listed for sale$699,000-12.5%$201/sqft
        Source: Real Living Realty One #802431 Report a problem
        8/8/2009Listing removed$799,000$229/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna Real Estate Services #802431 Report a problem
        6/12/2009Price change$799,000+6.7%$229/sqft
        Source: Howard Hanna Real Estate Services #802431 Report a problem
        1/22/2009Listed for sale$749,000$215/sqft
        Source: Luxury Real Estate #842267 Report a problem
        11/16/2008Listing removed$749,000$215/sqft
        Source: Real Living #2455517 Report a problem
        10/9/2008Price change$749,000-2.6%$215/sqft
        Source: Real Living #2455517 Report a problem
        8/7/2008Price change$769,000-3.8%$221/sqft
        Source: Real Living #2455517 Report a problem
        6/6/2008Price change$799,000-3.6%$229/sqft
        Source: Real Living #2455517 Report a problem
        5/23/2008Listed for sale$829,000$238/sqft
        Source: Real Living #2455517 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$5,671 +4.2%$179,650 +13.1%
        2023$5,441 -1.2%$158,810
        2022$5,507 +0.2%$158,810
        2021$5,498 -1.4%$158,810 +2.5%
        2020$5,577 +4.8%$154,940 +3.7%
        2019$5,323 -3.3%$149,440
        2018$5,504 +8.4%$149,440 -2.2%
        2017$5,080 -11.1%$152,780
        2016$5,716 -10.4%$152,780 -10.3%
        2015$6,379 +104.5%$170,300
        2014$3,119 -50.1%$170,300
        2013$6,252 +99%$170,300
        2012$3,141 +79.9%$170,300 +78%
        2011$1,747 -8.2%$95,660
        2010$1,902 +0.4%$95,660
        2009$1,895 +11.7%$95,660
        2008$1,696 -51.3%$95,660
        2007$3,480 $95,660
        2006-- $95,660 +8.5%
        2005$3,402 +98.8%$88,130
        2004$1,711 -0.8%$88,130
        2003$1,725 +16.3%$88,130 +5%
        2002$1,484 -50%$83,930
        2001$2,968 +0%$83,930
        2000$2,968 $83,930
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 43452

        Getting around

        9 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        28 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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        • District: Port Clinton

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