🏠 Cleveland's townhouse market roars back with Marks Building Co. leading the way. The family business, now run by Kent Marks' son Casey, has pivoted from suburban developments to urban Cleveland projects, capitalizing on renewed interest in townhomes. Their largest project currently underway features five attached rental townhomes in Tremont, with a second phase planned across the street. Despite the for-sale market not fully recovering post-pandemic, Marks is finding success with rental properties that provide consistent revenue. The company has completed or is working on 14 Cleveland homes, bringing suburban building expertise to the city's evolving neighborhoods.
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🥯 Toledo's Barry Bagels rolls into fourth Northeast Ohio location. The chain, known for its distinctive boiled-then-baked bagels, is continuing its expansion throughout the region. Already established in Toledo, Barry Bagels has found success with its signature preparation method that creates authentic bagel texture and flavor. The company hasn't revealed the exact location of its newest store, but confirms it's part of a broader growth strategy. Barry Bagels' menu features specialty items like their "Eggel" breakfast sandwiches alongside traditional bagel offerings.
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🏠 Rocky River halts anti-homelessness laws to find better solutions. City officials are working with the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (NEOCH) instead of criminalizing public sleeping and camping. Mayor Bobst called their initial meeting "productive," exploring rapid response teams to connect homeless individuals with resources. The city is considering a court diversion program that would help unhoused people avoid criminal records while accessing services. Officials plan to collaborate with neighboring communities through the Westshore Council of Governments to develop regional approaches as winter approaches.
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Profitable Cleveland investment opportunity: Listed at $515,000, this portfolio sale includes five single-family properties on Cleveland's west side with three tenant-occupied homes generating rental income, available for purchase as part of a retiring seller's larger 50-property portfolio.
Luxe Westlake culdesac dream home: Listed at $424,900, this estate home on a quiet Westlake cul-de-sac features a chef's kitchen, updated bathrooms, and park-like landscaping, with an open house scheduled for October 21, 2025.
Beachcliff Luxury Lake Colonial: This luxurious $1,290,000 colonial in Beachcliff offers 4 beds, 3.5 baths, and has been completely transformed with high-end finishes including a showstopper kitchen, spa-like primary bath, and outdoor living space just steps from the lake.