1951 W 26th St Unit 503

About This Home

Top-floor penthouse in the heart of Ohio City — fully renovated, fully furnished, and genuinely quiet. Private balcony with city views, assigned parking in a heated garage, a rebuilt bathroom with a dual-head walk-in shower, in-unit washer/dryer, brand-new appliances, reverse-osmosis drinking water, central air on a smart thermostat, and a building fitness center. Move in with a suitcase and nothing else, one block from the West Side Market. Welcome to a rare top-floor unit in the historic Fries & Schuele Building, one of Ohio City's most recognizable landmarks. Originally a department store, it was restored and converted into private residences in 2000, preserving its historic character while offering modern condominium living. This apartment has recently undergone a complete renovation and is designed for someone looking for a high-end, worry-free, move-in-ready home. Floors, walls, electrical, lighting, bathroom, fixtures, appliances and furnishings have all been updated, and everything has been carefully selected so that you can arrive with your suitcase and immediately feel at home. **The Apartment** On the fifth and top floor, the condo faces away from the main entertainment streets, making it remarkably quiet despite sitting in the absolute center of Ohio City. Even on busy weekends, the apartment remains peaceful. The private balcony offers city views and fantastic sunsets. A privacy screen makes it feel secluded while still opening onto the skyline and surrounding neighborhood. The unit is completely furnished with new, high-quality furniture, including a king-size Tempur-Pedic memory-foam mattress, nightstands, lighting, seating, dining furniture and a new 55-inch Roku smart TV. The kitchen is fully equipped with new appliances: stove, microwave, dishwasher, and a premium Samsung Bespoke refrigerator with Beverage Center. A built-in reverse-osmosis drinking-water filtration system with remineralization supplies filtered water directly to the refrigerator, which includes an automatically refilling filtered-water pitcher and a freezer that produces both standard ice cubes and smaller cocktail-style ice. The apartment also has its own in-unit washer/dryer tower, so there is no need to use shared laundry facilities. **Completely Remodeled Bathroom** The bathroom has been rebuilt from the ground up and features a large tiled walk-in shower with two separate shower heads, allowing two people to shower comfortably at the same time. Additional features include: * Built-in shower bench * Recessed shower niche * Dual shower systems * Modern waterfall faucet * Heated, anti-fog illuminated bathroom mirror * Wall-mounted magnifying shaving/makeup mirror * Ceiling-mounted supplemental bathroom heater * New tile, fixtures and finishes throughout **Comfort & Technology** The condo has central air conditioning and heating controlled by a smart thermostat, so you can easily manage temperature and energy usage. The apartment is already set up for T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, currently approximately $50/month. The tenant may take over the existing service or arrange their own provider. Monthly rent includes: * Assigned parking space in the attached heated garage * Water, sewer/wastewater and trash service * Building fitness center * Private resident courtyard * Secure building access and elevator access The tenant is pays only for electricity and internet. Electricity typically runs approximately $50–$100/month depending on usage, season and thermostat settings. **Live in the Heart of Ohio City** Few Cleveland addresses offer this combination of true walkability, historic character, neighborhood energy, outdoor recreation and immediate access to downtown. Located on West 26th Street, this residence sits directly in the center of Ohio City's celebrated Market District, where groceries, restaurants, breweries, nightlife, entertainment, public transportation and recreational trails are not destinations you drive to — they are part of everyday life. **Unmatched Everyday Convenience** Dave's Market & Eatery is directly across Carroll Avenue, literally less than a minute from the building entrance. Grocery shopping, prepared food, wine, beer and household essentials could hardly be more convenient. The iconic West Side Market is just across the street, surrounded by coffee shops, bakeries, brunch destinations, restaurants, cocktail lounges, breweries and independent businesses. Within approximately a 10-minute walk, you can reach dozens of Ohio City's most popular places without worrying about driving, parking or arranging transportation. **A Neighborhood with Its Own Calendar of Events** This is not simply a neighborhood with restaurants and bars — it is one of Cleveland's genuine gathering places. On select Saturdays, Great Lakes Brewing Company and Market Avenue host small Brews & Browse pop-up markets featuring local makers, artists, plants, books, collectibles and other specialty vendors. During the warmer months, the immediate neighborhood comes alive with outdoor entertainment, including the Great Lakes Beer & Music Festival, live patio performances, Great Lakes' summer music programming and the Music at Market Square Park concert series. Seasonal celebrations bring even more energy to the block. Ohio City Oktoberfest fills Market Square Park with local beer, food, games and live music, and Great Lakes Brewing Company's famous Christmas Ale First Pour has been an Ohio City tradition since the 1990s, drawing holiday revelers around the block and giving the entire Market District the atmosphere of a neighborhood street party. Events vary from year to year, but living here means some of Cleveland's most enjoyable community celebrations regularly take place just outside your door. **Great Lakes Brewing Company Is Part of the Building** Great Lakes Brewing Company is much more than a nearby restaurant. Its Beer Symposium and event space is located at 1951 West 26th Street, within the Fries & Schuele complex. The Great Lakes Tasting Room is across Carroll Avenue, while the historic brewpub, beer garden, brewery-tour facilities and Market Avenue patio are just around the corner. Bright Side and its lower-level Bird of Paradise cocktail lounge and nightclub are only steps away, along with Market Garden Brewery and numerous other dining and entertainment options. You can enjoy dinner, drinks, live music or dancing and walk home within minutes. **Downtown, the Flats, Tremont and the Lakefront All Within Minutes** Downtown Cleveland and the Flats are directly across the Cuyahoga River.