Live in the heart of Vermilion’s Harbor Town District in a home unlike anything else on the market. This historic gem dates back to the late 1800s and was originally built near Fisherman’s Bend before being relocated in the 1920s. Inside, you’ll find true maritime craftsmanship with peg-and-beam construction and solid oak ship-style materials you simply can’t replicate today. The interior offers a bright, open layout featuring a gas fireplace in great room, spacious kitchen (all appliances stay), first-floor laundry, and beautiful natural oak trim throughout. Upstairs, you’ll find a true owner’s suite, plus two additional large bedrooms with a shared full bath, along with an awesome open loft area—perfect for a reading area, office, or play space. Fully updated for modern living, this home features a long list of improvements including: Roof – 2025, Water Heater – 2023, New Carpet – 2022, New Driveway – 2022, Fence - 2022, Appliances - 2019, Furnace & AC - 2014, Windows & Exterior Doors – 2014, Luxury Vinyl Plank – 2014, Drywall – 2014, Vinyl Siding – 2014, Solid Oak Trim – 2014, Whole house insulation - 2014 Step outside and you’re just moments from everything—local shops, restaurants, the public beach, and Vermilion’s beloved summer events. Historic character. Modern updates. Unbeatable location. This is harbor town living at its finest.
Single-familyProperty Type
1905Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$203Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mathew Chase• Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
Listed by Tyler Sommer• Keller Williams Greater Metropolitan
Est. $1,437 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 686 Perry St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSNOW #5200017
Aug 17, 2026
Sold
$350,000
$203/sq ft
Jul 20, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 18, 2026
Price Changed
$359,900
$209/sq ft
Apr 21, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 12, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 10, 2026
Listed
$369,900
$215/sq ft
MLSNOW #2422303
Nov 8, 2007
Listed
$47,840
$28/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 2002
Sold
$92,500
$54/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,916 (−0.5%)
$6,800 + $36,890
$43,690
2024
$1,925 (+12.5%)
$6,800 + $36,890
$43,690
2023
$1,710 (−0.5%)
$6,180 + $29,630
$35,810
2022
$1,719 (+0.6%)
$6,180 + $29,640
$35,820
2021
$1,709 (+5.3%)
$6,180 + $29,640
$35,820
2020
$1,624 (−3.4%)
$6,180 + $27,100
$33,280
2019
$1,682 (−0.1%)
$6,180 + $27,100
$33,280
2018
$1,684 (+5.6%)
$6,180 + $27,100
$33,280
2017
$1,594 (+0.6%)
$6,310 + $24,820
$31,130
2016
$1,584 (−0.6%)
$6,310 + $24,820
$31,130
2014
$1,594
$6,310 + $24,820
$31,130
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
38 ft.
Lot depth
129 ft.
Lot size
0.88 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,724
Year built
1905
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Erie County
APN
18-01164.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
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