Middle Bass Island, Ohio

Middle Bass Island is centrally located within the Lake Erie Islands. This gives you the opportunity to explore, fish, and just look at all of the beautiful islands from a convenient location. Take a quick jaunt on the Sonny S to Put in Bay, jump on Miller Ferry to the mainland, or take a private or charter plane from the new hard surface airport (complete with a small terminal). Middle Bass Island also has a small grass airstrip for Middle Bass Island's many private pilots use on the island's east point.

Middle Bass Island Real Estate

The Hisey Group with Real Living Realty One sells Lake Erie Island real estate. Selling real estate from Cleveland's Westside to the Lake Erie Islands, the Hisey Group is an example of one of the new "Regional" marketing groups. Increasingly local marketing isn't enough. Your property should be marketed locally, regionally, nationally and even internationally.

Our listings as of September 29, 2007:

1. $1,400,000 East Point Manor. Amazing stone English style manor house on 5.77 acres.
2. $400,000 Two story penthouse condo at Saint Hazards resort. Open, Lakefront, More!
3. $369,000 Lakefront on TWO sides, on private grass airstrip. Wonderful cottage.
4. $295,900 Picturesque cottage on the water. Shaded, steel pier and dock. Tranquil.
5. $259,000 2 Bdrm condo w/ 2 patio doors to fantastic patio, Appliances. Rent able.
6. $239,900 2 Bdrm condominium. Great view, different layout. Low maintenance.
7. $158,900 One bedroom. Perfect low maintenance, affordable island place. Saint Hazards.
8. $85,950 Build your dream on Middle Bass! Wooded with septic plant in the ground.

Middle Bass Island Villas

If real estate is a bit pricey for you - but you'd still like to own a rent able unit, consider a mobile unit at Saint Hazards Resort. St. Hazards is going through some changes, we think for the better. Enjoy the resort's tropical feel, pool, bar and dining. The sandy lakefront beach area is a great place to catch some sun.

A large portion of Middle Bass Island is now owned by the state of Ohio as a state park, campground, historical preserve, and a marina. A fantastic place to own your personal "Get-Away" place, there are places to eat, a general store, summer ball games behind the old one room schoolhouse and town hall, and a post office off the back porch of a year round resident.

Hisey Real Estate Blips

"What is going on with the city of Lorain's waterfront?"

We hear this constantly throughout the westside to the Lake Erie Islands. What should be one of Lake Erie's gems (at one time it was) Lorain, Ohio is now a bruised fighter on the rebound. Are there any community development projects being implemented? Check out these links to get an update on some of the Lorain, Ohio projects and planning underway:

Lorain County Port Authority Projects http://www.lorainportauthority.com/projects.shtml

City of Lorain, Community Development - Planning http://www.cityoflorain.org/community/planning.shtml

Lorain Growth Corporation http://www.loraingrowth.com/

Main Street Lorain http://www.mainstreetlorain.com/

North Bass Island, Ohio Listings - September 2007

A rare opportunity - Perfect for Pilots !

Here is a list of our current North Bass Island Listings. We sell Lake Erie Island property, as well as the surrounding "Vacation Land" area.

North Bass Island, Ohio
(Also known as Isle St. George)

Pristine Wooded Lake Erie Waterfront Lots ! Walk to airport !

* 3 Acres - Near airport/paved road, approx. 96 ft. Waterfront $279,000

* 2.23 Acres - Adjacent to the state park - 50 ft. Waterfront $179,000

* 1.08 Acres - Incredibly Beautiful Lakefront Parcel - Build your dream!! Has 197 ft. Lake Erie Waterfront/175 Road Frontage $325,000

Most of North Bass Island is currently owned by the state as a preserve. This property all abuts state protected land. North Bass Island has paved roads, and a paved air strip. Only approx. 15 year round residents. Step back in time - the ultimate location for peace and tranquility.

News Release: Oct. 1st Deadline to file for Ohio Homestead Exemption !!

News Release

September 17, 2007 - About 482,000 More Homeowners Have Applied for Property Tax Relief; Tax Commissioner: Deadline is Oct. 1

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Time is running out to sign up for the newly-expanded homestead exemption, which offers more than a half million additional senior citizens and disabled Ohioans hundreds of dollars of property tax savings starting with taxes paid next year.

Tax Commissioner Richard A. Levin said today that county auditors must receive homestead exemption applications by Oct. 1 in order for taxpayers to receive property tax relief on their 2007 bills, which are payable next year. Forms postmarked by Oct. 1 – but received after that day – will not be accepted by auditors, he said.

“Homeowners who haven’t signed up yet need to act fast,” Levin said. “Get that application in the mail today. Or, better yet, pay a visit to your local county auditor.”

Fortunately, hundreds of thousands of Ohioans have already signed up for the newly-expanded exemption, according to a new Ohio Department of Taxation survey of county auditors. (Note: County-by-county results are available on the department's Web site.)

The statewide survey shows that an estimated 482,000 senior citizens and permanently and totally disabled Ohioans had applied for the property tax relief program as of Thursday, Sept. 13. That’s nearly 88 percent of the estimated 550,000 additional homeowners thought to be eligible.

“Ohio’s county auditors are doing an outstanding job getting the word out,” Levin said. “Still, it’s clear that there are more Ohioans out there eligible for meaningful property tax relief.”
The above figures do not include approximately 224,000 homeowners who were already signed up under the old homestead exemption rules, which excluded Ohioans who earned more than $26,200. Homeowners who were already signed up for the homestead exemption before July 1 do not have to reapply.

The expansion of the homestead exemption was a key component of the two-year state budget bill signed into law on June 30 by Governor Ted Strickland. The changes generally mean that, regardless of income, senior citizens and permanently and totally disabled Ohioans who owned their home on Jan. 1 may shield $25,000 of the market value of their home from property taxes.

The exact amount of savings from the exemption, which is nonrefundable, will vary from community to community based on local tax rates. On average across Ohio, newly-signed up homeowners are expected to save about $400 per year.

Applications for the homestead exemption are available from any county auditor or on the Ohio Department of Taxation’s Web site: www.tax.ohio.gov.

A county-by-county summary of the number of senior citizens who have applied for the homestead exemption is available at:

http://tax.ohio.gov/divisions/communications/news_releases/documents/HE_summaryv4.xls

Westside Music Performances

There is always something to do west of Cleveland, Ohio. Check out these Westside Artists:

CleveWest Music Consorte

This performing ensemble, located on the west side of Cleveland, Ohio, will present approximately 3 or 4 performance events each concert year. Each presentation is designed to provide a seamless 100 minutes of eclectic music and dance from the great classical masters to jazz and music of faith.

Performers and staff reside in the following communities:
Amherst, Avon, Avon Lake, Bay Village, Cleveland, Elyria, Grafton, Lakewood, Lorain, Medina, North Olmsted, North Ridgeville, Parma Heights, Rocky River, Sheffield, Stongsville, Vermilion, and West Park.

I have a vested interest in this group. I built and maintain their website. My wife and youngest brother sing in the chorus, and our Office Coordinator Kelly is on the staff. My father and the founder of The Hisey Group Realty Team is the conductor. It truly is a great group, and experiencing a performance is well worth the effort.

Next performances are November 18th and December 8th and 9th. Check the website for details.

Dave Morrison An amazing musician who calls Lorain County Home.

It is time to gear up for the Mojo Blues Festival. It is happening this Saturday Sept 29th at the Savannah in Westlake. The show will run from 8:00-1:00 at The Savannah in Westlake, Ohio. If you've never been to Savannah Bar & Grill - it's great fun.

Dave Morrison and Aces & Eights will be performing. I can say from personal experience that they are fantastic. Billy Branch & The Sons of Blues Band will also be performing, and Dave told me they are great.

For reservations please call the Savannh at 440-892-2266. The Savannah is located at 30676 Detroit in.

West Shore Chorale

Performing October 28th, 7:30pm at the Rocky River Memorial Hall at Hilliard Blvd. and Wagar Rd. in Rocky River. 216-556-4368. Cost: $10/Free for students.

They will be performing Schubert's Mass in G and other selections in honor of their 40th anniversary season. Conducted by John Drotleff (one of my former choir directors at Avon Lake H.S.)

Rocky River Chamber Music Society

November 19th, 8pm at the West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church, 20401 Hilliard Rd., Rocky River. 440-331-0017 for info.

Internationally recognized composer Halim El-Dabh will present "Pomegranate Concerto for Saxophone and String Quartet." FREE !

Ohio Solar Tour: October 5 - 7, 2007

Tour homes and businesses in Ohio that use renewable and energy efficient systems for FREE !!
Guided and self-guided public tours in NASA Glenn, Cleveland, East of Cleveland, Akron, Oberlin, Mansfield, Youngstown, Wayne County and surrounding areas.

October 5-7, 2007 - Friday, Saturday and Sunday

To find a tour near you, visit http://www.greenenergyohio.org or call toll free 866.GREEN-OH.

Green Business? Housing? Transportation? Etc???

I probably read too many magazines. Fast Company, Inc, Fortune, Business 2.0, Inside Business plus a half dozen non-business magazines. Every magazine has articles, and even entire issues based on the new "Green Economy". It has interested me enough to do some additional reading - currently "The Clean Tech Revolution" By Ron Pernick and Clint Wilder in which they discuss the top technologies and companies to watch in this new environment.

Some Ohio links for the green eco movement:

http://www.clevelandgbc.org/ Greater Cleveland Green Building Coalition.
http://www.sustainable.doe.gov/ Smart Communities Network
http://www.usgbc.org/ U.S. Green Building Council

Are there develpers of "Green" communities and builders of individual eco-friendly homes in this area? I'm aware of Eco-City Cleveland, but anything west of Cleveland???

Lee Hisey
http://www.realnorthcoastliving.com/
http://www.leehisey.com/
http://www.hiseygroup.com/

Green Home Construction Up 50 Percent

According to Realtor Magazine, August 2007:

"Almost 100,000 new green homes have been built under model guidelines developed by the National Association of Home Builders. That's up from slightly more that 60,000 that NAHB identified when it surveyed its members in 2004, the year it developed its guidelines. To NAHB, the green building includes, among other factors, construction techniques that minimize waste and emphasize the use of sustainable materials."

I think this is going to become a growing niche over the next decade. The Midwest will probably lag behind, but it will reach us eventually. Many of the green organizations are predicting (and I'm sure hoping for) smaller homes with the price savings going towards better windows, doors, insulation, energy efficient appliances and heating/cooling systems, etc.

Will better efficiency be reflected in resale value down the road? Only time will tell.

Vermilion, Ohio's Wooybear Festival

The Woollybear Festival in Vermilion, Ohio is the largest one day festival in the entire
state of Ohio.

The Festival begins at 9:00 a.m.

9 am
Music at the reviewing stage & the YMCA World’s Greatest Kid’s Footrace at Vermilion High School.
10 am
Big Chuck & Lil' John Caterpillar 500 Race.
11 am
Kids & pets woollybear costume contest.
1:30 pm
Parade with television personalities, hundreds of animals, and 20 marching bands. The parade will last approx. two hours, and is one of the largest in Ohio. The parade proceeds east on Liberty Ave., starting at Grand Street. It turns right onto Sandusky St., then right onto South St., ending at S. Decatur St.
3:45 pm
Live entertainment.
5 pm
Woollybear Race Finals & Woollybear winter prediction.

E & R Church will be serving homemade soup, sandwiches, drinks and desserts from 11 am to 5 pm in the fellowship hall. Clean indoor restrooms available. Located at the corner of Grand and Ohio streets, entrance off of Ohio Street.

Westside of Cleveland Home Sales and Solds

Residential Sales and Solds for Summer 2007, Cleveland Ohio.
Compliments of The Hisey Group, Real Living Realty One.

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Westside NORMLS Residential Sales & Solds

Compliments of Trendgraphix and The Hisey Group, Real Living Realty One.

Summer Sales and Solds for residential property, Cleveland, Ohio.

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Sep। 14, 2007 - Tremont Neighborhood is Thriving !
Cleveland, Ohio's Tremont Neighborhood

Cleveland's Tremont Neighborhood is coming alive as an arts district. This neighborhood is full of life, excitement, and energy. This historic neighborhood has new and old architecture, fantastic views, quick highway access, fantastic dining and more!
Tremont ArtWalks are free, but the art you'll see at its galleries isn't. Tours run 6-10 p.m. the second Friday of each month through Dec. 31. For more, visit http://www.tremontartwalk.org/ for more information.
Considering moving to the tremont neighborhood, or just planning a visit? Go to http://www.restoretremont.com/ for more information. Contact us today at 440-315-6000 to get real estate listings in the Tremont Neighborhood sent directly to your email, with automatic updates.
This neighborhood is HOT !


Sep. 14, 2007 - The Fountain on Put in Bay, South Bass Island, OH
The Fountain at Put in Bay, Ohio on beautiful South Bass Island.

Sep. 14, 2007 - Own Island Property !
Considering owning a piece of the Lake Erie Islands ?
The Lake Erie Islands provide a unique lifestyle for a vacation home, seasonal home, or a full time residence. Get away from it all - to the Lake Erie Islands !!
Contact us today at The Hisey Group, with Ohio's largest brokerage Real Living Realty One. We can show you any island property on the market, and represent you in the purchase of your property.
Considering listing your property for sale? Contact us for information on our "Power Marketing Program".
Visit us at: http://www.hiseygroup.com/


Sep. 14, 2007 - Lake Erie Islands
Lake Erie Islands Listed by Size According to Wickepedia

Pelee Island
Kelleys Island
South Bass Island
Middle Bass Island
North Bass Island
Johnson's Island
Middle Island
West Sister Island
East Sister Island
Rattlesnake Island (mini-islands off-shore are known as the islands "rattles")
Turtle Island
Green Island
Sugar Island
Ballast Island
Mouse Island
Gibraltar Island
Indian Island
Hen Island (which has three smaller islands known as "chickens" around it. The smaller islands are little more than reefs.)
Middle Sister Island
North Harbor Island
Ryerson's Island
Second Island
Starve Island
Buckeye Island
Lost Ballast Island
Snow Island
Mohawk Island (formerly Gull Island), Ontario
Gull Island, Ohio (No longer exists)
I had no idea there were so many islands in Lake Erie.


Sep। 13, 2007 - Historic East Point's Stone Manor on Middle Bass Island, Ohio For Sale

Feature Real Estate: Middle Bass Island Ohio's "East Point Stone Manor"
We are looking for a special new owner for this historic lakefront home with it's sweeping grounds.
Built between 1925 and 1926, the "East Point Manor" or "Harry Payer Stone Manor" on Middle Bass Island's east point was built by Cleveland attorney Harry F. Payer. Mr. Payer vacationed at the manor from 1926 until his death in 1952.
The current home and grounds consist of approximately 5 acres of rare island lakefront property. When the manor was originally built the island was primarily an agricultural area. Payer's estate, at the time consisting of approximately 100 acres, featured acres of open meadow, orchards, vegtable gardens, vineyards, guest and worker housing, and riding trails. A special feature was the nine hole golf course. Guests enjoyed golf, fishing, swimming, boating, and the riding stables.
Todays' Middle Bass Island consists of primarily vacation homes. Known as "The Quiet Island for Active People" Middle Bass Island is a short boat ride to the activity provided at Put in Bay and Kelleys Island. After exploring the exciting attractions of Lake Erie's Islands you can return to your quiet get-away for rest and relaxation. Visitors and residents still enjoy some of the best fishing in the world, recreational boating, swimming, and other water sports.
Designed by J. Milton Dyer, a prominent architect based in Cleveland, Ohio in the mid 1900's, the Stone Manor is on the National Register of Historic Places. Payer's manor is the only Frank Lloyd Wright inspired ranch on Lake Erie's Bass Islands. Some of the architect's other noted works include the Jay Pickands House in Bratenahl, the Cleveland City Hall, the Cleveland Athletic Club, and the Cleveland Coast Guard Station.
The East Point Manor has two wings extending to either side of the great room. The wings extend diagonal to the waterfront, providing maximum views of Lake Erie. The manor is approximately 180 ft. long, and one story overlooking over 300 ft. of Lake Erie frontage. The manor is built in the style of an old world english hunting club. Constructed of native limestone the building is topped with a copper roof. The center great room has approx. 15 ft. beamed ceilings with two large chandeliers.
Prayer Manor's great room includes stone walls, floor, and a large stone fireplace. The eastern wing contains two bathrooms, three bedrooms, and an enclosed patio. The west wing contains the kitchen, maids quarters, laundry, bathroom, childrens area, a private enclosed patio, and a two car garage.
Payer's "East Point Manor" also known as "The Stone Manor" is currently on the market for $1,400,000. For additional information contact Ernie Hisey or Lee Hisey at 1-800-974-5184. Visit http://www.eastpointmanor.info/ to see pictures and view a virtual tour.
The owner of this amazing property is looking for a new owner that will protect the historic significance of this Ohio landmark. Historic preservation must be a factor for any offer to be considered.


Sep. 8, 2007 - Financing For Large Projects Drying Up?
Is Financing for Large Residential Projects Drying Up??

My father, Ernie Hisey was recently talking to a respected developer in Ohio with whom we have had business dealings. He stated that finding financing for large projects is getting very difficult. Has anyone else faced the same problem?
Lee Hisey


Sep. 8, 2007 - Stone Quarries in Amherst, South Amherst, Brownhelm Township
Amherst, Ohio's Stone Quarry Has A New Buyer

I noted in Crain's Cleveland Business that Mr. Stuart Lichter, a Northeast Ohio real estate developer, has agreed to buy the stone quarries and related real estate in Amherst, South Amherst, and Brownhelm Township. The land holdings include approximately 1100 acres. If you have been following the news, this is where a supposed luxury resort was being planned by a British-based investment group.
American Stone Industries Inc. has apparently agreed to purchase the property for $22 million plus an undisclosed amount of debt. This is subject to the ability of the new owner to follow through with development plans. The quarry operation is included and will continue to operate.
Mr. Lichter has been buying property in the region for approx. 20 years. Recent purchases have included the former Ford Motor Co. assembly plant in the city of Lorain and the Heritage Business Park in Euclid.
I grew up in Lorain County, and formerly lived in Brownhelm Township. I walked the quarries years ago, and there are some beautiful areas - with the quarry offering some amazing opportunities. This truly is a beautiful piece of property, rich with history.
Mr. Lichter admits to having limited experience with residential development. Let's hope he makes this a quality project. He has a good track record with his commercial endeavors.


Sep. 5, 2007 - Put in Bay Historical Weekend !!!
Historical weekend at Put in Bay on South Bass Island.

Saturday September 8th:
Art in the Park downtown from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friends of Stone Lab/Gibraltar Island Open House
11:30 - 4:00 pm. Tour the 6.5 acre island & view Cooke Castle, lectures & lab sessions, Tour ODNR Aquatic Visitors Center. Call (614) 292-8949. Educational programs & tours of Gibraltar Island & South Bass Island Lighthouse. There will be OSU boats transporting people for free to and from Gibraltar. Followed by Friends of Stone Lab annual meeting.
One of the largest Antique Car Parades of the year featuring over 100 antique vehicles Saturday at 1:15 pm.
Speakers at Perry's Memorial 2:00 pm.
Enjoy the Toledo Symphony 6:30 pm Saturday at Perry's Memorial. "Elegy for Lake Erie" written by island summer resident Jacob Market (17 yrs.) will be performed by the Symphony. Free of charge. Bring blankets & chairs.

* Miller Ferry will run an extra trip at 9:00 pm leaving Put-in-Bay after the concert.

Boy Scout Camporee Sponsored by Troop 360, Trinity United Methodist Church, Port Clinton.
Military encampment, musket and cannon firing demonstrations both Saturday and Sunday.
Sunday, Sept. 9th:

Batter Up! The Ohio Muffins vs Put-in-Bay Mossbacks, sponsored by Miller Boat Line. Played with original rules of baseball from more than a century ago. School diamond 2:00 pm.
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Sep. 5, 2007 - Oberlin Heritage Center
New Walking Tours of Oberlin!The Oberlin Heritage Center will be offering new 1 hour and 15 minutes guided walking tours of Oberlin, focusing on Oberlin's history through its architecture around Tappan Square (flyer). The tour will be offered three times this fall by Oberlin Heritage Center staff member Prue Richards: Friday, September 14th at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 6th at 1:00 p.m., and Friday, October 12th, at 1:00 p.m. Enrollment is limited so reservations are required and may be made by calling (440) 774-1700 or by sending an email to tourinfo@oberlinheritage.org. The tours are recommended for guests aged 14 and above. There is a $6 per person fee ($4 for Oberlin Heritage Center members). The tours will be cancelled and refunds will be made if it is raining at the start time. The tour starts at the Oberlin Heritage Center's Monroe House at 73 1/2 South Professor Street. The tour is also available by appointment for groups. Whether you've lived in Oberlin forever or are new to the area, you'll find much to enjoy!

This is a fantastic resource in Lorain County. History Buffs - don't miss this opportunity in beautiful downtown Oberlin, Ohio.
The gardens alone are worth the trip!


Sep। 5, 2007 - Today's Real Estate Market In Ohio

At our Tuesday office meeting the Realtors present brainstormed to list the "Top Best Things in the Market" today, and also the "Top Negatives।

Here is what we came up with:

Top Best Things in Today's Market:
Lenders want to make loans.
Favorable pricing for buyers.
Low interest rates.
Large inventory.
FHA requirements are being lowered.
Our agents have fortitude.
Market will come back.
Lenders are learning a lesson - will get things cleaned up.
Global economy has absorbed some of the losses.
We can help first time home buyers get foreclosed homes.
Reduction in Realtors - Only the most dedicated/professional will survive.
Buyer's Market.
More FSBO's seem to be considering using a Realtor - tougher market requires more visibility.
Renovation Financing an excellent option and available.
Strenth of ancillary services makes a difference. This is a strenth for Real Living Realty One.
Top Negatives:
Too Much Inventory
Media excessively negative.
Fewer Buyers.
Sellers unrealistic about pricing.
Appraisals.
Stricter loan requirements.
More foreclosures on the horizon.
Poor mortgage practices.
Recent sellers/buyers are in a short sale situation.
Buyers are bargain hunters, but want to be top dollar sellers.
Many double mortgages (bridge loans) to deal with.
Falling home values. (sellers with unrealistic expectations)
Buyers - Indecision.
WAY TOO MUCH STRESS......



Oct। 17, 2006 - Real Estate - From Cleveland's Westside to the Lake Erie Islands

Welcome to our new blog.
Our intent is to visit the best businesses, most interesting people, enjoyable events, and more in Western Cuyahoga County, Lorain County, Huron county, Erie County and Ottawa County to include the Lake Erie Islands. We want to discover and explore what makes our region unique and special.
We'll discuss real estate and development of course, but also the things that make living here enjoyable.
Check back often - and contribute!
Any suggestions?
Lee Hisey
Ernie Hisey
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Real North Coast Living

Events, Real Estate, Restaurants, Places, People and more ..... on Ohio's North Coast.

The beautiful shores of Lake Erie, from Cleveland, Ohio's westside to the Lake Erie Islands.