Lake Lanier Photos From Lathem Creek, Johnson Creek And More!

Lake Lanier Photos From Lathem Creek, Johnson Creek!  Fall is starting to feel a bit more like Winter as the temps are dropping and activity on the water is becoming more challenging.  Here are a few photos from the recent days here on Lake Lanier...

Late evening sunset on Lathem Creek in Gainesville, GA.

The sandy beach at 9135 Duran Circle in Gainesville, GA.

The big lake view at 9135 Duran Circle in Gainesville, GA.

Gainesville Marina in Gainesville, GA.

Single-Slip boat dock on Johnson Creek

Game Day smoked turkey on the Big Green Egg

The lake view at The Patio Lounge on Lake Lanier

Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

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October 2017 Real Estate Market Report For Forsyth, Dawson, And Lumpkin Counties!

Below you will find the 400 North Association of REALTORS®’ October 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Forsyth, Dawson, And Lumpkin Counties!

Highlights: (compared to October 2016)


Forsyth County
Infographic - https://create.piktochart.com/output/26067928-400n-10_2017-forsyth
Total single family home sales: 305 (3.8% decrease)
Median sales price: $335,000 (3.4% increase)
Average sales price: $365,000 (6.7% increase)
Total active listings: 1,319 (6.2% decrease)
New listings: 361 (0.8% decrease)
Month’s Supply: 3.5 (3.5% decrease)


Dawson County
Infographic - https://create.piktochart.com/output/26068156-400n-10_2017-dawson
Total single family home sales: 44 (8.3% decrease)
Median sales price: $227,000 (17.6% increase)
Average sales price: $299,000 (14.6% increase)
Total active listings: 217 (17.2% decrease)
New listings: 44 (2.3% increase)
Month’s Supply: 5.1 (19.1% decrease)


Lumpkin County
Infographic - https://create.piktochart.com/output/26068259-400n-10_2017-lumpkin
Total single family home sales: 33 (37.5% increase)
Median sales price: $189,000 (11.2% increase)
Average sales price: $189,000 (18.5% decrease)
Total active listings: 138 (23.8% decrease)
New listings: 24 (38.5% decrease)
Month’s Supply: 4.2 (35.5% decrease)


Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales For October 2017! Let's Check The Sales Trends!

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales For October 2017! Let's Check The Sales Trends!



The numbers are in for Lake Lanier home sales for the month of October 2017! Here is a brief recap of the home sales as reported in our comparative market analysis that we will provide via SlideShare later in this article.

Lake Lanier waterfront homes sold:  31

The highest home price sale was $1,475,000

The lowest home price sale was $70,000

The average home sold had four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom

The average build date was 1994

The average original list price was $678,490

The average list price after price adjustments was $640,039

Average sales price was $608,236

Sales price vs original list price ratio came in at 90.32 %

Average total days on market was 159

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales Analysis October 2017 from Arthur Prescott

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales Listings October 2017 from Arthur Prescott

Our market analysis is generated at the beginning of each month. It is designed to show you Lake Lanier home sales statistics. Each month, we search the First Multiple Listing Service for home sales (closings) based on the following criteria:

Area: All counties with frontage on Lake Lanier. Specifically Forsyth, Dawson, Lumpkin, Hall, and Gwinnett counties.

Status: Sold (Closed Transactions)

Lake Frontage: The home must be a waterfront property on Lake Lanier as described as lake frontage in the First Multiple Listing Service.

Property Category: Our analysis includes only residential detached homes as categorized in FMLS.

This market analysis is deemed to be accurate but is not warranted. It is meant to give a general idea and overview of the current housing market for waterfront homes on Lake Lanier.

Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

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Congratulations To Our Latest Lake Lanier Home Buyer Clients On The Purchase Of This Scenic Waterfront Home!

Congratulations To Our Latest Lake Lanier Home Buyer Clients On The Purchase Of This Scenic Waterfront Home!

From the beginning of our property search, our clients knew that they ultimately wanted to be waterfront on Lake Lanier's northern side.  Whether on the Chestatee River or on the Chattahoochee River, location wasn't as important as having a calmer, quieter setting for relaxing and having smooth water for barefoot skiing!



We looked at homes on Wahoo Creek in Gainesville as well as Toto Creek in Dawsonville.  In the end, our clients decided on this bargain property on the Chestatee River in Murrayville.  If you want value and a lot of lake property for the money, Murrayville has a lot to offer.  This can be especially true in the community of Mountain View Lake Estates on Lake Lanier.  We've completed quite a few sales in this community over the years, and there are some attractive homes at attractive prices if you'll venture this far north on the lake.

Our latest clients purchased this large four bedroom, three and a half bath home and got a fantastic deal!  Many thanks to Tracy Archer of PalmerHouse Properties for her expert representation of the seller in this transaction!  Take a look at the pricing, photos and listing details at the following link...

8062 Beachwood Drive, Murrayville, GA. On Lake Lanier

Single-Slip Covered Dock On The Chestatee River 

Large 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home At 8062 Beachwood Drive On Lake Lanier

Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

Congratulations To Our Clients On The Sale Of Their Lake Lanier View Lot In Mountain View Lake Estates!

Congratulations To Our Clients On The Sale Of Their Lake Lanier View Lot In Mountain View Lake Estates!

Look at this fantastic property that just sold! It is a residential interior lot in Mountain View Lake Estates on Lake Lanier! Approximately .34 acre wooded lot with nice frontage on Dogwood Trail and Beachwood Drive. It's located just across the street from Lake Lanier! It has lake access via a community boat ramp less than a quarter of a mile away! This lot is a perfect getaway location for Lake Lanier kayaking, fishing and lake activities. The new owners will enjoy the lake and views without the waterfront price!

Full Details And Photos Of The Property And Sale Of 7818 Dogwood Trail In Murrayville

Community Boat Ramp For Mountain View Lake Estates

7818 Dogwood Trail, Murrayville, GA.

Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

Congratulations To Our Clients On Their Purchase Of This Scenic Lake Lanier View Lot In Harbour Point Yacht Club!

Congratulations To Our Clients On Their Purchase Of This Scenic Lake Lanier View Lot In Harbour Point Yacht Club!

Lake Lanier Views For 3658 Lake Ridge Drive In Harbour Point!

Located at 3658 Lake Ridge Drive in Gainesville, this property measured 0.52 acres and was situated on a scenic ridge within Harbour Point. Check out these long-distance views from the lot looking out toward the Chestatee River basin! This lot will make an incredible build site for a beautiful new home that will be designed and custom built over the next year. Additionally, our clients opted-in to a boat slip at the community marina. Harbour Point has numerous, buildable available for sale at attractive prices! If you are searching for a lot with Lake Lanier views and a fantastic community with swim, tennis, clubhouse, and a gated entrance, Harbour Point is hard to beat!

See more Lake Lanier Lots For Sale at:  www.LakeLanierLotsAndLand.com

3658 Lake Ridge Drive Photos And More Details!


Many thanks to our friend, Linda Morris with Harbour Point Realty, for her expert assistance in this transaction and for her representation of the sellers in the sale!

Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

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Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales For September 2017! Let's Check The Sales Trends!

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales For September 2017! Let's Check The Sales Trends!



The numbers are in for Lake Lanier home sales for the month of September 2017! Here is a brief recap of the home sales as reported in our comparative market analysis that we will provide via SlideShare later in this article.

Lake Lanier waterfront homes sold:  24

The highest home price sale was $1,417,500

The lowest home price sale was $141,700

The average home sold had four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom

The average build date was 1987

The average original list price was $608,829

The average list price after price adjustments was $589,708

Average sales price was $565,649

Sales price vs original list price ratio came in at 93.73 %

Average total days on market was 124

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales Market Analysis September 2017 from Arthur Prescott

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales Listings September 2017 from Arthur Prescott

Our market analysis is generated at the beginning of each month. It is designed to show you Lake Lanier home sales statistics. Each month, we search the First Multiple Listing Service for home sales (closings) based on the following criteria:

Area: All counties with frontage on Lake Lanier. Specifically Forsyth, Dawson, Lumpkin, Hall, and Gwinnett counties.

Status: Sold (Closed Transactions)

Lake Frontage: The home must be a waterfront property on Lake Lanier as described as lake frontage in the First Multiple Listing Service.

Property Category: Our analysis includes only residential detached homes as categorized in FMLS.

This market analysis is deemed to be accurate but is not warranted. It is meant to give a general idea and overview of the current housing market for waterfront homes on Lake Lanier.

Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

Watch: U.S. Army Rangers Airborne Water Jump into Lake Lanier, Georgia!

Watch: U.S. Army Rangers Airborne Water Jump into Lake Lanier, Georgia!


Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties Real Estate Advisor – October 2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Georgia Properties
Real Estate Advisor – October 2017

We are providing this monthly real estate advisor to keep you informed about the latest trends and issues in the real estate market. Remember that real estate is local and every market is different. Contact us to find out the specific details for your local area. If you know someone else who might be interested in receiving this report or who may benefit from our expertise, please let us know. Better information helps our clients make better real estate decisions!

Hurricane Irma slowed closings in September but we are still on track to have a positive year for the Metro Atlanta real estate market. Below is the summary for Metro Atlanta through September 2017.

• Metro Atlanta real estate is the tale of three different markets. The entry-level market has strong demand and very low inventory. There are many multiple offers and values are rising faster than other segments. The middle market is showing normal signs of supply and demand. The luxury market remains a buyer’s market with buyers negotiating better pricing and terms.
• Hurricane Irma had a negative impact on September closings. Insurance companies temporarily stopped writing policies and many buyers required re-inspections which impacted closings.
• September pendings were down 15.2% from last month but up 4.7% from the prior year. September closings were down 18.6% from August and 6.9% from the prior year.
• Year-to-date pended sales units through September remain up 4% versus last year. Year-to-date closed units also remain up 4%. Year-to-date closed sales volume remains up 8.7%.
• The average sales price for September was $285,000 – down 2.4% from last month and up 5.2% from last year. 2017 is on track to be the highest average sales price on record.
• Listed inventory for September was down 1.5% from last month and down 6.3% from last year.
• Overall months of supply for September was 3.6 months. Six months is considered normal. Luxury properties are taking longer with homes above $1 million averaging 16.8 months and properties over $2 million averaging 35.3 months to close. These numbers indicate a seller’s market under $500,000 and a buyer’s market over $1 million.
• The latest Case-Shiller Index for Atlanta (9/26/17) was up .79% (statistically flat) compared to the previous month. Metro Atlanta home values are up 68% from the bottom of March 2012. Increased home values are building equity and getting sellers back into the market.
• Visit HomeServices Lending at Georgia.HomeServicesLending.com for the latest mortgage rates. Ask about our Second Opinion program with $100 gift card for a free look. Over 84% of clients who tried the Second Opinion Program ended up closing their loan with HomeServices Lending.

Click here for a more detailed set of charts including the National Real Estate Market, Metro Atlanta Real Estate Market and Trends for Georgia Real Estate.

Our MEGA Open House Event is Sunday, October 15th from 2pm – 5pm. There will be hundreds of beautiful houses open across Metro Atlanta. We are having great success in attracting buyers for our MEGA Open Houses! Our monthly MEGA Open House Events are very different from the standard open houses held by other real estate companies. We invest in significant advertising on Zillow, Facebook, digital billboards and local promotions to attract more visitors. We are also the leader in listed properties so we have a lot of inventory to see! If you know anyone interested in listing their home, we would be honored to help.

The Second Opinion mortgage program from HomeServices Lending has been a huge success for our clients. Over 84% of consumers who have opted for the second look at their purchase mortgage or refinancing have decided to go with HomeServices Lending. The Second Opinion program offers a $100 gift card just to take a free look and see if HomeServices Lending offers a better program. HomeServices Lending has a 97% satisfaction rate and faster loan processing timeframes. If you or someone you know is interested in a purchase mortgage or refinancing, we would be happy to make an introduction to our Loan Officer from HomeServices Lending.

The Sunshine Kids Foundation provides exciting, positive group activities and trips for children with cancer to help them forget about their illnesses for a moment and do what kids are supposed to do . . . have a little fun and celebrate life! The Sunshine Kids Auction including a Live and Silent auction will be held onOctober 20th at the Metropolitan Club in Alpharetta. G.W. Bailey, the Executive Director of the Sunshine Kids and acclaimed TV/movie actor, will be there to help us. We also have our talented live auctioneers, Tad & Drex from B98.5 radio. The Registration and the Silent Auction will begin at 7pm and the live auction starts at9pm. This is truly an incredible event. The food is awesome, the atmosphere is high-energy and the bidders get some great deals. Most importantly, we have the opportunity to raise a significant amount of money for The Sunshine Kids. Tickets can be purchased at: https://sunshinekids.auction-bid.org.

We would like to wish you and your family a safe and Happy Halloween. Halloween falls on Tuesday night this year so we wanted to share a couple of ideas that you might use to get ready. For those that are a little more adventurous with your pumpkins, you may want to carve up some scary or funny pumpkins to decorate your home. We thought you might enjoy the options at ExtremePumpkins.com. Now you can have the coolest house on the street!

We would be honored to assist you or someone you know with their real estate needs. We are experts in the local market and have access to proprietary information sources that are not available to the public. Better information leads to better decisions!

Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.

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You Missed A Fantastic Lake Lanier Home! The Sunset Views Have Sold, And So Has 3613 North River Road On Lake Lanier!

You Missed A Fantastic Lake Lanier Home!  The Sunset Views Have Sold, And So Has 3613 North River Road On Lake Lanier!

They said, "Preach It!" And I did!  Yet you passed, and now it's gone... We say goodbye to 3613 North River Road, Gainesville, Georgia on Lake Lanier! A rare find!  A rare opportunity!  But congratulations to the former owners on their sale.  We will miss you!  Welcome to the new lucky homeowners.  May you enjoy all of the features and benefits of this wonderful lake place!  A place so special, we contemplated buying it for ourselves!  But as avid Lake Lanier dwellers, we must share and remember that we cannot have them all... Many thanks to Mary Grace Deas of Re/Max Center for her excellent representation of the buyers in this transaction.

Take a look at our latest Lake Lanier home sale!

Spectacular Lake Lanier waterfront home with level grass to water lot, stunning lake views & amazing sunsets on the big water of Lathem Bay! Completely modernized & remodeled home w/hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless appliances, high-end lighting, dramatic stone fireplace & wet bar! Incredible master bath with modern glass shower, tile surround, custom cabinets, vanities & luxury fixtures! Screened porch, two decks, retractable awning, single-slip covered dock w/ solar boat hoist & sun deck! HOA includes trash pickup, lawn mowing, pool, tennis, & boat ramp!!!

Sale Price $480,000

Full Listing Details & Photos Of 3613 N. River Road, Gainesville, GA.

Lathem Bay views from the dock at 3613 North River Road, Gainesville, GA. at Lake Lanier!

Lake Sidney Lanier Homes is the most comprehensive online source for information on Lake Lanier homes for sale and Lake Lanier area real estate. View the latest Lake Lanier home listings, foreclosures, lots, land, sales trends and real estate topics on Lake Lanier. Arthur Prescott is an Accredited Buyer's Representative and Certified Residential Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. He has over a decade of Lake Lanier real estate experience. If you would like to schedule a free buyer or seller consultation, please feel free to contact us directly at www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com or 770-844-8484 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.