Port Clinton

Situated on the Lake Erie shoreline in Ottawa County, this small city of roughly 6,000 residents currently shows 41 active listings with a median home price of $399,900. The price per square foot stands at $405, reflecting the premium that waterfront and water-access properties tend to command in lakeside markets. Average home sizes run approximately 1,785 square feet, suggesting a mix of modest year-round residences and seasonal properties. The owner-occupancy rate of 73.1 percent indicates a relatively stable residential base despite the area's appeal as a vacation destination. Median household income sits at $58,524, which positions the local buyer pool somewhat below the median home price, pointing to outside investment and second-home purchases as meaningful drivers of demand. Families with children are served by Port Clinton City School District. Buyers considering this market should account for the influence of seasonal demand cycles on both pricing and inventory availability throughout the year.

Market description generated from current MLS and U.S. Census data.