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Congratulations To Our latest Lake Lanier Home Buyers On The Purchase Of This Log Cabin Getaway On The Chestatee River In Dawsonville!
Located at 250 Eastview Drive in Dawsonville, this home featured three bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. It's log cabin styling made it feel like the perfect getaway on Lake Lanier! Originally built in 1993, this two-story home included a full finished basement, two bedrooms on the main level, and one bedroom to be used as a master suite upstairs. By water, the property is located along the Chestatee River in a deep water section just south of Toto Creek. The 0.30 acre lot had seasonal views of the water, and the topography was moderately sloped. There was a single-slip covered dock with boat hoist included in the sale of the property. Originally listed at $495,000, our clients were able to acquire the property at a bargain discount price, which made the purchase a very nice investment on the lake!
Many thanks to Anne Cooper of Dorsey Alston Realtors for her expert service in representing the sellers in this transaction. In order to see more of what the purchasers acquired, checkout the photos of the property shown below!
Front view of 250 Eastview Drive in Dawsonville
Kitchen at 250 Eastview Drive
Greatroom at 250 Eastview Drive
Back deck at 250 Eastview Drive
Lake view at 250 Eastview Drive
Another photo of the back deck at 250 Eastview Drive at Lake Lanier
The single slip dock at 250 Eastview Drive on the Chestatee River on Lake Lanier
View from the dock looking north along the Chestatee River
View to the back of the home at 250 Eastview Drive in Dawsonville 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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
These last few weekends have been absolutely gorgeous on Lake Lanier! Nothing disappointing whatsoever, especially if you're into boating once the weather cools down. I'm really getting convinced that this is my favorite time of year! Most of the weekenders seem to have tapered back in their visits to the lake as they focus more on school activities with the kids, college football, pro football, and other events.
This makes for a great boating experience on the lake. We were able to escape this past weekend and get out a little bit while the weather was cooler and the day was picture perfect. We took our old Sea Ray out for a run. We started in Johnson Creek, headed out to Lathem Bay, then on to the Chestatee River, to Taylor Creek, over to War Hill Park and back again. Check out our latest Lake Lanier boat tour video below. It clearly shows how beautiful the weather is and how few boats are actually out on the water. If you get a chance to get out and enjoy the lake, now is one of the best times to do so. Enjoy!
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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties will be releasing our next version of instant home values in late September. We will be providing three value estimates from sources including Zillow, local Public Records and RPR (Realtors® Property Resource). We will be providing a new option to make your own value adjustments plus print, save, share and get a reminder for the latest update. This will be the most comprehensive solution for home value estimates available. We also have the exclusive Lender Report that mortgage companies use to estimate property values. If you are interested in listing your property, we can do a full analysis to help you determine the most accurate value of your property.
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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
What are the Top Five Things To Do To Sell Your Lake Lanier Waterfront Property? The key is to think like a buyer!
#1: Property Condition. Is your property clean, de-cluttered and de-personalized? Clean, paint and get rid of the clutter. Get rid of all the personal stuff. Buyers want to imagine themselves living there. Is your property updated or upgraded? Are there potential major repairs such as a roof, windows or old HVAC systems?
#2: Curb Appeal. What is the first impression when you drive up or view online? The front yard and entrance are a priority. The front photo is the first thing online buyers will see. They will make a decision to click for details or not, based on that photo.
#3: Unique Story. What is unique and interesting about your property or the area? The story of your property should be an important element of the marketing. Think about the photos that help bring this to life online and in print.
#4: Compelling Value Proposition. There are certain things that cannot be changed about a property such as location. You should understand how your property will compare to others that are on the market. The combination of the condition and appeal of your property plus your price make up the overall perception of value. Most buyers cannot “imagine” what a property might look like. Most are unwilling to invest in major renovations. If they view the property as a fixer upper, they will offer an investor price.
#5: Marketing Exposure. Your property needs to be properly exposed online, across agent networks, in your community and to specific target groups. Your online listing should be properly enhanced and prioritized on the major websites. Mobile is critical since more than half the buyers will be using smart phones and tablets.
Our award-winning Advanced Property Marketing System is the most effective approach to selling your property for the highest value. We would be happy to show you the advantages of our approach if you are considering listing your property for the fall or even next spring. Better marketing does produce better results!
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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
Honestly, these beautiful September and October days at Lake Lanier don't get much better than yesterday and today. With plenty of sunshine, beautiful water color, cool breezes and mild temps, this time of year on Lake Lanier is absolutely stunning! Additionally, it's a time when a lot of visitors stop coming to the lake and things get a lot more quiet and less crowded. Without a doubt, the character of Lake Lanier changes after Labor Day, but for those that are able to make use of the water as the weather cools, there is no better time to enjoy the serenity of this beautiful lake.
Rounding the peninsula at the end of Johnson Creek at Lake Lanier
Yesterday, we took off at about 2 P.M. I mounted the GoPro to the windshield of the old boat and shot random photos all along our boat ride. We cruised around Lathem Bay, Taylor Creek, Thompson Creek and the Chestatee River. The pics from yesterday can be viewed in the short YouTube video below!
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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
Less than thirty minutes from the western waterfront of Lake Lanier, you'll find the beautiful Montaluce Winery and Le Vigne Restaurant! Located in scenic Dahlonega, Georgia, this restaurant and winery are well worth a visit. Especially on rainy days at Lake Lanier when the weather doesn't cooperate and a boat ride is not an option. Enjoy a gorgeous North Georgia Mountain setting, high-end dining and a memorable atmosphere! Scenic, North Georgia just minutes from scenic Lake Lanier!
Le Vigne Restaurant at Montaluce Winery & Vineyards in Dahlonega, GA.
Montaluce Vineyards in Dahlonega, 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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
Lake Lanier Home Sales For August 2015 Continue To Hold Up Well, But Is A New Trend Starting To Unfold?
Lake Lanier home sales for the month of August were holding up pretty well as the Summer sales activity starts its seasonal transition into a slightly slower Autumn. We did our monthly research in the MLS system, and here's the report for the month of August. This report includes waterfront homes listed with a dock on Lake Lanier. It does not include mobile or modular homes in this report.
Here are the numbers from our research of August lake home sales.
26 Lake Lanier home sales
The average size home was 4 bedrooms with 3 and 1/2 baths
The average year built was 1986
Most expensive home sale $1,550,000
Last expensive home sale $252,000
The average sales price was $572,275
The sales price to original list price ratio was 91.18%
The average total days on market was 80
These are pretty good numbers. For example, when we compare January-August of 2014 with January-August of 2015, we see that the average Lake Lanier home sales price in 2015 is up by about 16%! That's great news for Lake Lanier home owners! But, alternatively, we detected a new potential trend in this report. That trend is? We are starting to see that in 2015, less homes sold than 2014 during the period of January through August. We are off by about 4%. Is the upturn in pricing affecting the number of home sales? Did the recent stock market correction and pull back force lake home buyers to the sidelines? We'll have to wait and see how this all plays out as we move into the Fall here at Lake Lanier.
Approaching storm clouds along Lathem Bay in 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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
If You Are Searching For A Lake Lanier Waterfront Lot With A Boat Dock Or Lake Access, One Of These Bargain Lake Lots May Just Be Right For You!
It's that time of year again, when signs of Autumn start to appear here at Lake Lanier. As the weather starts to turn a little bit cooler, the leaves change colors and eventually start to fall from the trees. This time of year is always a great time to look at lots and vacant land here at the lake. With the leaves off the trees, looking at the topography of land becomes much easier, and it is far easier to appreciate some of the long-distance views that might become apparent from a given property when the seasons change.
With that in mind, we'd like to draw your attention to four Lake Lanier lots that are priced at bargain prices and offer great access to Lake Lanier!
Fantastic bargain on this Lake Lanier lot in Mountain View Lake Estates on Lake Lanier! Priced to sell quickly! Approximately .34 acre wooded lot with nice frontage on Dogwood Trail and Beachwood Drive. Just across the street from Lake Lanier and nearby community boat ramp. Perfect getaway location for Lake Lanier kayaking, fishing and lake activities. Enjoy the lake & views without the waterfront price!
Fantastic waterfront lot on Lake Lanier with level build site in quiet cul-de-sac! Approximately 232' of frontage on the USGL provides enormous privacy! Professionally cleared path to waters edge and single slip dock with platform & party deck in place! Convenient mid-lake location with ez access to Gainesville Marina & Port Royale! Enjoy lakefront recreation & mooring rights now! Build when ready!
Just outside the entrance to Sunrise Cove Marina on Lake Lanier 5 surveyed lots, or one estate lot. Seasonal views of Lake Lanier. Includes 5622 & 5625 Flat Creek Rd. and 5621 & 5629 Nags Head Circle. Mobile home currently on one lot. Survey, soil test completed. Plenty of potential build options! Permit ready for slab or basement estate home!
PHENOMENAL DEEP WATER LOT PRICED TO MOVE QUICKLY! LEVEL BUILD SITE WITH EZ ACCESS VIA LIGHTED PATH TO SINGLE SLIP COVERED DOCK WITH BOAT LIFT, SWIM LADDER, TWO DOCK BOXES, WHEELS & WINCHES FOR EZ POSITIONING! DOCK HAS WATER & ELECTRICITY! ENJOY FANTASTIC LAKE VIEWS & FUN TODAY! BUILD WHEN READY! TRULY ONE OF THE BEST LANIER WATERFRONT LOT DEALS ON THE LAKE!
7731 Elm Circle, Murrayville, GA. Fantastic deep water cove lot on quiet northern end of Lake Lanier! Build close to water's edge & enjoy beautiful lake view throughout the year! Includes single slip covered 30x22 dock in excellent condition with 26x10 slip dimensions. Use the lake now and build when ready with your builder of choice! Excellent lot, dock, views & value!
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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
This Lake Lanier Home For Sale Didn't Last Long! It Was Under Contract In Four Days!
This week, we thought that we'd be looking for the right buyer for this Lake Lanier home located at 6545 Dogwood Terrace in Gainesville, Georgia, Forsyth County. Kicking off our marketing plan and fielding calls for showings.
If there was any question about the excitement around the Lake Lanier real estate market moving into the Fall of 2015, this property is an example of the heat in the market that is still present. The demand is still there, as this Lake Lanier home was under contract in four days.
Here's what the buyers of this property contracted to purchase, as described in our MLS listing of the property:
Come home to this relaxing Lake Lanier waterfront home, newly constructed (2014) on a .86 acre lot with easy, short access to a deep water cove just off Taylor Creek! Outstanding features include hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, granite counters in kitchen, stainless appliances, tip-out vinyl windows, enormous great rm with fireplace and a very open floor plan! Excellent lake views from the main level and full basement! Luxury, aluminum 32 x 32 Wahoo Dock with party deck, Hydro-Hoist and Brazilian Ipe hardwood decking! Feature rich, value priced & move-in ready!
Here's the video that shows the details of the property: We won't stop showing and marketing this newest listing, as the buyers are still in their inspection phase of the contract. If you'd like to take a look at this value packed Lake Lanier home, please see the following link for all of the details, and please call us to arrange you private property tour and showing! www.LakeSidneyLanierHomes.com/5585443
Front view of 6545 Dogwood Terrace in Gainesville on Lake Lanier!
Backyard view to Lake Lanier from the home at 6545 Dogwood Terrace!
Lake view from the dock at 6545 Dogwood Terrace in Gainesville 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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
Congratulations To Our Latest Lake Lanier Home Buyers On The Purchase Of This Perfect Waterfront Home On Thompson Creek In Dawsonville!
Located at 600 Woodland Circle in Dawsonville, this home made a perfect match for our clients as a full time residence with easy access to the waterfront, great lake views of Thompson Creek, excellent deep water and a spectacular 32 X 32 Browns Bridge Dock! The home was previously gutted and rebuilt in 2004, so by Lake Lanier comparisons, it was pretty modern. The home had the perfect open plan, gorgeous new wide plank hardwood floors, modern granite kitchen, a spacious romantic owners suite with veranda, plus two guest rooms. The finished terrace level featured a bonus room and full bath (which could be used as a fourth bedroom or media room), a wet bar, large recreation room & a screened porch with overhead metal ceiling and gutter system! Located on arguably one of the best lake streets in Dawson County at Woodland Circle, this property was one of the greatest values we've seen all year!
Cute front entryway to 600 Woodland Circle!
View to the home from the waterfront!
Double-Slip Browns Bridge Dock!
Lake view from the backyard!
Lake view from the back deck!
Kitchen and dining area!
Kitchen with breakfast bar!
Cozy stone fireplace in the great room!
Originally listed back in 2010 at $790,000 for a short period of time, we knew that this was going to be a hot listing when it hit the market this year at $689,000! We wasted no time in alerting our clients to the new opportunity, and they jumped at the chance to get this fantastic home at an even lower price. Many thanks to Sheila Davis of the Norton Agency for her knowledgeable assistance in representing the sellers in the transaction. We are thrilled that we were able to help our buyer clients secure an excellent full time residence with tremendous features at an excellent price!
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 678-513-2014 or email us at Arthur.Prescott@BHHSGeorgia.com.
