COMMERCIAL LAND - FOR SALE
1640 W. Lakeshore Drive
Port Clinton, Ohio
$250,000
ASKING PRICE
2.07 AC
TOTAL LOT SIZE
Unzoned
NO ZONING RESTRICTIONS
Prime Location Advantages
On W. Lakeshore Drive in Port Clinton — the gateway to Lake Erie's islands and one of the Midwest's top boating and fishing destinations.
Ferry & Island Access
Located minutes from the Cedar Point and Put-in-Bay ferry docks, this site sits on the route hundreds of thousands of seasonal visitors travel between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The Portage River runs directly behind the property; Lake Erie is across the street.
High-Visibility Road Frontage
W. Lakeshore Drive carries steady year-round traffic from boaters, fishermen, and vacationers heading to the lake. The property offers direct road frontage with clear sightlines from both directions — strong visibility for any commercial operation.
Utilities & Services in Place
Water and electric service are accessible at the road. Schools, healthcare, retail, and dining are all within a short drive in downtown Port Clinton. The cleared, development-ready site minimizes preparation costs for new construction.
Development Opportunities
2.07 acres of unzoned land with water access on two sides — here's what you could build.
Commercial Ventures
Retail, restaurant, office, or hospitality — the high tourist traffic and lakefront location support year-round commercial operations.
Residential Projects
Single-family homes, duplexes, or multi-unit developments with scenic lake proximity and community access.
Mixed-Use Concepts
Combine ground-floor commercial with upper-level residential to serve both visitors and year-round residents.
Specialized Uses
Marine service facilities, boat storage, or other niche operations that benefit from direct river and lake access — the property's strongest differentiator.
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Strategic Location Meets Strong Market Growth
The Shores & Islands Ohio region — which includes Port Clinton, Put-in-Bay, and Cedar Point — welcomed an estimated 13 million visitors in 2023, generating $3.1 billion in tourism sales across Erie and Ottawa counties. Put-in-Bay alone draws over a million visitors annually, most of whom pass through Port Clinton to reach the ferry. This 2.07-acre unzoned parcel with dual water access sits directly on that corridor.
Property FAQs: Zoning, Utilities, and Development
What zoning restrictions apply to this property?
None. The parcel is unzoned, which means there are virtually no restrictions on permitted use — commercial, residential, mixed-use, industrial, marine, or storage are all viable.
Are utilities available on-site?
Water and electric are accessible at the road. Buyers should verify specific capacity requirements with Ottawa County utilities for their intended use.
What development options are feasible here?
The unzoned status and 2+ acre size support a wide range of projects: marine storage, boat service facilities, retail, restaurant, residential, mixed-use, or light industrial. The cleared, level site is development-ready.
Is the site ready for immediate construction?
Yes. The land is cleared and level. Buyers will need to complete standard permitting and any necessary site surveys, but there is no demolition or significant site preparation required.