Monday, June 26, 2017

Just Sold! Our Latest Lake Lanier Area Home Sale Is This Beautifully Remodeled Home In Forsyth County, Cumming, Georgia!

Just Sold!  Our Latest Lake Lanier Area Home Sale Is This Beautifully Remodeled Home In Forsyth County, Cumming, Georgia!

This gorgeous home did not take long to sell!  We originally listed the property on May 5, 2017.  It was under contract by May 12th, and it cruised through inspection and onto closing on June 21, 2017. The new owners were thrilled with their purchase, and our client sellers are now enjoying their fabulous waterfront Lake Lanier home that they recently purchased in Cumming.  Many thanks to Aine Burns of Re/Max All Properties for her professional representation of the buyers in this sale! Here's a look at the final price and details...

4475 Fairfax Drive, Cumming, Ga.

WOW! Meticulously updated and maintained, 4 bedrooms 3.5 bath home on a large, level, cul-de-sac lot in Haddon Hall! Upgraded to the hilt with hardwood floors, granite counters, upgraded kitchen, black appliances, upgraded baths, finished basement, shop area & so much more! Incredible outdoor covered porch, large deck, huge terrace level patio all overlooking a level, private back yard nicely landscaped with irrigation! This home is a 10++,  shows like a model and won't disappoint!!

Original List Price:  $305,000
Click Here For The Complete Listing Details, Photos And Virtual Tour Of 4475 Fairfax Drive







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.

Saturday, June 24, 2017

2017 Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales May Not Be What You Expected!

2017 Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales May Not Be What You Expected!

If you've been watching the Lake Lanier real estate market like we do, you might be wondering where all of the home showing activity went.  With continued improvement in the economy and jobs numbers, you'd think Lake Lanier home sales would be HOT, HOT, HOT!  Well hold on just a minute and take a look at the chart and data below.  It shows what many home sellers have been experiencing.  Year-To-Date sales are not living up to expectations.  And while many markets are supposedly on fire with multiple offers and mere days on market, Lanier (at the moment) appears to be stalling.




So, what should sellers do?  Get serious and competitive about selling your home!  Get serious on pricing!  Get staged and show-ready!  Take control of your home and make it shine!  This is not a "toss it out there and it'll sell" market!  It's time to get serious if you really want to sell your home. Time to beat your competition and win over the buyer.  The high season of the market is here and time is ticking.  Make your home special... Better than all of the others in your price segment.  Set yourself apart!  Don't get left out in the cold!




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.

Monday, June 19, 2017

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

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



The numbers are in for Lake Lanier home sales for the month of May 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:  29

The highest home price sale was $1,025,000

The lowest home price sale was $194,000

The average home sold had four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 0 half bathroom

The average build date was 1985

The average original list price was $550,893

The average list price after price adjustments was $541,638

Average sales price was $516,836

Sales price vs original list price ratio came in at 93.74 %

Average total days on market was 113







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.

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

This Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Is Located On Deep Water, Includes A Single Slip Dock With Party Deck, And Has A Very Attractive Price!

This Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Is Located On Deep Water, Includes A Single Slip Dock With Party Deck, And Has A Very Attractive Price!

This is a fantastic Lake Lanier waterfront home on a quiet, deep water cove! 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, hardwood floors, remodeled baths with ceramic tile floors, vaulted ceilings in main living, open kitchen & great room with stone fireplace & an enormous screened porch overlooking the lake! This is a tremendous Lake Lanier cottage getaway with fun outdoor areas, pergola, shuffleboard court & tons of parking space! Nice single slip dock with party deck and pre-wired for electric hook-up! Approximately 16-17 feet water depth at slip at full lake level with estimated 10 feet as of June 13, 2017! Affordably Priced At $359,000!

Click Here For The Full Listing Details!

Views From The Party Deck Of The Single Slip Dock

Front Approach To Home

Kitchen & Dining Area

Great Room With Fireplace

Master Bedroom

Comfortable, Large Screened Porch With View Of The Lake

Check out the full motion walk-through tour of 6342 Chesla Drive...





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.

Monday, June 12, 2017

Congratulations To Our Clients On The Sale Of Their Lake Lanier Waterfront Home At 5520 Truman Mountain Road!

Congratulations To Our Clients On The Sale Of Their Lake Lanier Waterfront Home At 5520 Truman Mountain Road!  What an incredible property with all of its Lake Lanier character and charm!  This property was a true representation of the Lake Lanier setting that so many lake dwellers aspire to own!  Many thanks to Jackie Powalowski of Keller Williams Realty Lanier Partners for her professional representation of the buyers in this transaction!

Full Details On The Sale Of 5520 Truman Mountain Road

  • Sale Price $909,000

Your jaw will drop when you see these gorgeous lake views upon walking in the front door of 5520 Truman Mountain Rd. on Lake Lanier!

Welcome to Big Water & Big Views! Come capture the essence of Lake Lanier living in this extraordinary craftsman style lake lodge with long distance views of the Chestatee and miles of deep blue water! It's all here including heart-of-pine floors, cathedral wood beam ceilings, granite counters, tile baths, finished terrace level, complete guest/bonus room & bath over garage, screen porches, tankless water heaters, sound system, driveway sensor & more! Single slip dock with party deck, boat hoist, and landscaped steps to the shoreline! Luxury Lake Living redefined!


Lake Lanier Craftsman Style Lodge On Big Water At Lake Lanier!
These views run for miles north on the Chestatee River and towards Taylor Creek & Lathem Bay!

These views run for miles north on the Chestatee River and towards Lathem Bay!

Simplify as you gaze out at miles of water!

The full motion video tour of this luxury home shows off the details of what a Lake Lanier waterfront home should be!  Without question, you'll find big, deep, drought-busting water at this excellent Lake Lanier location!





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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.

Tuesday, June 06, 2017

Recent Rains Are Bringing Our Lake Level Up!

Recent Rains Are Bringing Our Lake Level Up!  And that means it was time to move my dock back to its home position.  Marine Specialties at Lake Lanier was up to the task and got us taken care of once again!

Here's a look at how it's done...



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.

Friday, May 26, 2017

Unique Waterfront, 7.02 Acre Tract With Dock For Sale On Lake Lanier! Bring Your Builder!

Unique Waterfront, 7.02 Acre Tract With Dock For Sale On Lake Lanier!  Bring Your Builder!

Lake Lanier waterfront acreage with approximately 7 acres, 201 feet of waterfront with boat dock, and 600 feet of frontage on Pine Forest Road!  Bring your builder now!  This is the perfect setting for a large estate home or potential multi-home enclave.  Located on a scenic cove on Lake Lanier with easy access to the big water near Browns Bridge.

Full Listing Details For 5348 Pine Forest Road, Gainesville, GA. 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.

Thursday, May 25, 2017

Follow-Up To Our April 23 Post - Lake Lanier Waterfont Homes For Sale...Could The Market Be Slowing? Are Prices Peaking?

Follow-Up To Our April 23 Post - Lake Lanier Waterfont Homes For Sale...Could The Market Be Slowing? Are Prices Peaking?

Here's a quick follow up to our post from Sunday April 23, 2017. We ran the same search in FMLS this morning, in order to see if the results had changed in any significant way.

The similarities are striking! Here are the results from today's search...

1. Only 235 Lake Lanier waterfront homes listed as "Active" and for sale. Again, that is not much inventory for a strong Spring market. The April 23, 2017 number was 236.

2. Average list price was $839,321 and the Median list price was $649,900. The April numbers were as follows... average list price was an eye-popping $841,185 and the Median list price was $657,500.

As, you can see, our market conditions remain very similar to last month's numbers. Not much has changed. We need more inventory!





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.

Tuesday, May 23, 2017

Stunning Lake Views And Amazing Sunsets On Sale Now At 3613 N. River Road On The Waterfront Of Lathem Bay At Lake Lanier!

Stunning Lake Views And Amazing Sunsets On Sale Now At 3613 N. River Road On The Waterfront Of Lathem Bay At Lake Lanier!

Take a look at one of our latest Lake Lanier homes for 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!!!

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

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

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

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



The numbers are in for Lake Lanier home sales for the month of April 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:  25

The highest home price sale was $1,649,000

The lowest home price sale was $148,000

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

The average build date was 1989

The average original list price was $601,182

The average list price after price adjustments was $576,342

Average sales price was $541,186

Sales price vs original list price ratio came in at 90.37 %

Average total days on market was 182











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.