Middle Bass Island Homes and Condos for Sale

Middle Bass Island at a Glance

Location: Middle Bass Island in Lake Erie, Put-in-Bay Township, Ottawa County, OH 43446
Streets: Lake Rd, Deist Rd, Swartz Rd, Fairway Dr, Sea Breeze, Shore Dr, Grape, Vista
Property type: Single-family homes and cottages (38 sales) plus condos (22 sales), mostly at St. Hazards
Year built: Late 1800s–2005 (about half after 1990)
Home size: About 940–2,360 sq ft for homes
Bedrooms: 2–5 (most 3)
HOA: Varies: some neighborhoods have small yearly fees; St. Hazards condos run about $415–$530/month
Waterfront: Lake Erie views on most listings; beach rights on about three of four
Amenities: Middle Bass Island State Park and marina, the Lonz Winery ruins, island restaurants and St. Hazards resort
School district: Put-in-Bay School (Middle Bass students)
Recent sales: Homes $303,250–$676,000 (8 sales, median about $415,000); condos $155,000–$430,000 (6 sales), Oct 2023–Oct 2026
Sales and community data: Firelands MLS.

Overview

Middle Bass Island is the quieter neighbor to Put-in-Bay, with about 60 home and condo sales on Firelands MLS over the past ten years. Most listings show Lake Erie views and beach rights, about half the homes were built after 1990, and the condo sales are almost all at St. Hazards.

Homes & Features

  • Lake Erie views on most listings and beach rights on about three of four
  • Homes of about 940 to 2,360 square feet, most with three bedrooms
  • Recent home sales from about $303,000 to $676,000
  • Water and sewer vary by property; many listings refer buyers to specific water and sewer details

Island Life & Getting There

The Miller Ferry stops at Middle Bass on its run from Catawba Island, and island air service flies from Port Clinton. Middle Bass Island State Park has the marina and the Lonz Winery ruins, and Put-in-Bay is a short boat ride south. Winter ferry service is limited, so check current schedules if you plan to use a home year-round.

Schools

Middle Bass Island students attend Put-in-Bay School on South Bass Island; MLS listings show the Middle Bass or Put-in-Bay school district. Confirm current arrangements with the district.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do homes on Middle Bass Island sell for?

Homes on Middle Bass Island sold for about $303,000 to $676,000 across 8 sales from October 2023 to October 2026, with a median near $415,000. Condos, mostly at St. Hazards, sold for about $155,000 to $430,000 across 6 sales. Source: Firelands MLS.

How do you get to Middle Bass Island?

The Miller Ferry stops at Middle Bass on its run from Catawba Island, and island air service flies from Port Clinton. Service is reduced in winter, so check current schedules.

Is there an HOA on Middle Bass Island?

Some neighborhoods have small yearly association fees and many homes have none. St. Hazards condos run about $415–$530/month in recent listings.

Do Middle Bass homes have public water and sewer?

Water and sewer vary by property, and many listings refer buyers to specific water and sewer notes, so confirm the source and any island system fees for each home.

Where do Middle Bass Island students go to school?

Middle Bass students attend Put-in-Bay School on South Bass Island and have traveled there by small plane since the Middle Bass school closed in 1982. Confirm current arrangements with the district.

Get in Touch

Contact the Vacationland Ohio Team for current availability or a private showing on Middle Bass Island.

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