Lakeside, Ohio: Cottages and Homes for Sale Inside the Lakeside Chautauqua Gates

Lakeside at a Glance

Location: Lakeside, on the north shore of the Marblehead Peninsula, Danbury Township, OH 43440
Streets: Jasmine, Sycamore, Lynn, Walnut, Cherry and Plum avenues and the lakefront
Property type: Single-family cottages and homes in the Lakeside Chautauqua community
Year built: 1880s–2006 (many historic cottages)
Home size: About 780–2,150 sq ft
Bedrooms: 1–8 (most 3)
Association fee: Most listings show about $120–$215/month (often covering trash, snow removal and security); Lakeside Chautauqua gate passes and owner rules are separate
Waterfront: Lake Erie frontage on some lots; beach rights on most listings
Amenities: Lakeside Chautauqua: Hoover Auditorium, the lakefront park and dock, shuffleboard and summer programs
School district: Danbury Local Schools
Recent sales: $295,000–$2,550,000 (57 sales, Oct 2023–Oct 2026)
Sales and community data: Firelands MLS.

Overview

Lakeside is the historic Chautauqua community on the Marblehead Peninsula, founded in 1873, with tree-lined streets of Victorian cottages a short walk from Lake Erie. It is the busiest single community in Danbury Township, with about 244 home sales on Firelands MLS over the past ten years. From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, Lakeside runs its summer season of concerts, lectures and family programs, and the grounds are gated.

Homes & Features

  • Historic cottages, many built in the late 1800s and early 1900s, plus newer homes
  • Homes of about 780 to 2,150 square feet, most with three bedrooms
  • Walkable grid of streets close to the lakefront park and dock
  • Beach rights shown on most listings; some Lake Erie frontage homes

Lakeside Chautauqua & Location

Lakeside sits on the Lake Erie side of the Marblehead Peninsula, next to the village of Marblehead. Inside the gates are Hoover Auditorium, the Steele Memorial Bandstand, the lakefront park and dock, and shuffleboard courts. The Marblehead Lighthouse, the Kelleys Island ferry and East Harbor State Park are all a few minutes away, and Port Clinton is about 15 minutes west.

Schools

Lakeside is served by Danbury Local Schools, the district for Lakeside, Marblehead and Danbury Township. Confirm individual school assignments with the district.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do homes in Lakeside sell for?

Homes in Lakeside sold for about $295,000 to $2,550,000 across 57 sales from October 2023 to October 2026, based on Firelands MLS data.

Is there an HOA in Lakeside?

Most listings show about $120–$215/month (often covering trash, snow removal and security); Lakeside Chautauqua gate passes and owner rules are separate.

When were homes in Lakeside built?

Homes were built 1880s to 2006 (many historic cottages) and range from about 780–2,150 sq ft.

Do you need a gate pass in Lakeside?

During Lakeside Chautauqua’s summer season, from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, visitors need a gate pass. Owners have their own pass and fee rules, so confirm current details with Lakeside Chautauqua before you buy.

What school district is Lakeside in?

Lakeside is in the Danbury Local School District.

Get in Touch

Contact the Vacationland Ohio Team for current availability or a private showing in Lakeside.

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