Lake Sidney Lanier Homes Blog

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales & Average Prices YTD Charted!

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales & Average Prices YTD charted!

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales & Average Prices YTD from Arthur Prescott

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.

Sunday, September 17, 2017

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

The numbers are in for Lake Lanier home sales for the month of August 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: 33

The highest home price sale was $1,462,500

The lowest home price sale was $209,500

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

The average build date was 1990

The average original list price was $595,573

The average list price after price adjustments was $571,352

Average sales price was $551,365

Sales price vs original list price ratio came in at 91.87 %

Average total days on market was 113

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

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales Listings August 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.

Sunday, September 03, 2017

Come Build Your Luxury Dream Home At 9055 Hayes Drive! Located On The Majestic Waterfront Of Cloister Cove At Lake Lanier!

Come Build Your Luxury Dream Home On The Majestic Waterfront Of Cloister Cove At Lake Lanier!

WOW! What a fantastic investment opportunity! This Lake Lanier waterfront lot in Gainesville, Forsyth County Georgia has all of the characteristics of an extraordinary build site on Lanier!

This is a luxurious Lake Lanier waterfront lot in prestigious Cloister Cove! It measures approximately 0.59 acres with 121 feet of shoreline on a scenic deep water cove near Chestatee Bay. A premium, aluminum single-slip dock with party deck is in place and ready for enjoyment. This excellent build site provides fabulous lake views, close proximity to the water and has easy, level access. A private gated entry with custom stone wall extends along the road frontage for a completely upscale look! This unique property is located in a small enclave of very luxurious, Lake Lanier homes. Purchase now & build later! Come see this property and its excellent Forsyth County waterfront location and setting!

Aerial Photo Cloister Cove On Lake Lanier

Aerial Photo Of Cloister Cove On Lake Lanier Looking Towards Chestatee Bay

Aerial Photo of Cloister Cove & Chestatee Bay

Overhead Photo Of Cloister Cove & 9055 Hayes Drive Lake Lanier Lot For Sale

9055 Hayes Drive Lake Lanier Waterfront Lot For Sale

Potential Home For 9055 Hayes Drive On Lake Lanier

Property Survey 9055 Hayes Drive On Lake Lanier

Aluminum Single-Slip Dock With Party Deck At 9055 Hayes Drive On Lake Lanier

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Yet Another Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sold This Week! We Say Goodbye To The Deep Water Lake Getaway At 6342 Chesla Drive In Gainesville!

Yet Another Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sold This Week! We Say Goodbye To The Deep Water Lake Getaway At 6342 Chesla Drive In Gainesville! After about 6 weeks on the market, this super-fun lake home found its new owner! Here's what the new home owner will enjoy!

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! Sale Price: $345,000.

Many thanks to Terry Cooksey with Keller Williams Realty Community Partners for his fantastic representation of the buyer in this transaction!

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.

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Another Lake Lanier Home Sold! We Say Good Bye To 8044 Beachwood Drive On Lake Lanier!

Another Lake Lanier Home Sold! We Say Good Bye To 8044 Beachwood Drive On Lake Lanier!

It was a great day today for the buyer and seller of our Lake Lanier listing at 8044 Beachwood Drive. What a fantastic home and a fabulous investment for the new homeowner. This home was hard to beat for the money! Check out the details...

Extraordinary Lake Lanier Waterfront home on big open water along the Chestatee River! Four sided brick ranch with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths over a full basement! Beautifully landscaped lot and nice lake views with a gentle path to the waterfront! Single-Slip, covered 24X18 dock with party deck and rip-rap shoreline in place! The enormous screened porch brings relaxation to a new level! This is an impeccably maintained property with recently remodeled kitchen, hardwood floors, many recent upgrades, quality construction and a very enjoyable, comfortable lake setting!

Many thanks to Maggie Frazier and Alice Amisano of ReMax All Properties for their expert representation of the buyer in this transaction.

Sale Price: $395,000

Full Listing Details For 8044 Beachwood Drive

Party Deck Dock At 8044 Beachwood Drive in Murrayville

All brick, quality construction, meticulously maintained, move-in ready!

The beautiful, over-sized, screened porch at 8044 Beachwood Drive on Lake Lanier!

Thursday, August 24, 2017

Now's The Time To Buy This Beautiful Lake Lanier Home With Grass To Water, Level Lot Featuring Stunning Lake Lanier Sunset Views!

Now's The Time To Buy This Beautiful Lake Lanier Home With Grass To Water, Level Lot That Features Stunning Lake Lanier Sunset Views! Now is the time because this home is now on sale! A recent $25,000+ price reduction brings this property price under $500,000!

If you've always dreamed of owning an affordable, premium Lake Lanier home with priceless land, water and view features, this home provides that opportunity for you! Here's what you'll get for the investment...

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.

Monday, August 21, 2017

Aerial Video Of Lake Lanier Waterfront Acreage For Sale With Boat Dock! Attention Lake Lanier Area Home Builders!

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. There simply aren't many of these size tracts still available for development on Lake Lanier! Located on a scenic cove on Lake Lanier with easy access to the big water near Browns Bridge. Come design your waterfront dream property!

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

7+ Acres located at 5348 Pine Forest Road, Gainesville on Lake Lanier

Scenic acreage beyond the gates at 5348 Pine Forest Road at Lake Lanier

Thursday, August 17, 2017

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

The numbers are in for Lake Lanier home sales for the month of July 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: 35

The highest home price sale was $1,613,500

The lowest home price sale was $179,000

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

The average build date was 1986

The average original list price was N/A

The average list price after price adjustments was $617,443

Average sales price was $591,092

Sales price vs original list price ratio came in at N/A %

Average total days on market was 110

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

Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Sales Listings July 2017 from Arthur Prescott

Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Atlanta Real Estate Market Trends! Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties Real Estate Advisor For August 2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Georgia Properties
Real Estate Advisor – August 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!

The weather has been mixed this summer and the Metro Atlanta real estate market has also seen mixed results. Below is the summary for Metro Atlanta through July 2017.

Year-to-date pended sales through July were up 4% versus last year. Year-to-date closings were also up 4%. Pending for July were up 11.7% from last July. But closings for July were down 5.2% from last July and down 17.3% from past month.
The average sales price for July was $304,000 – down .6% from last month and up 5.6% from last year. 2017 is on track to be the highest average sales price on record.
The listed inventory for July was up 2.2% from last month and down 4.5% from last July. But the limited availability of desirable properties is still driving multiple offers and very quick sales in select areas.
Overall months of supply for July was 3.3 months. Six months is considered normal. Luxury properties are taking longer with homes above $1 million averaging 12.5 months and properties over $2 million averaging 20 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 (7/25/17) was up 1% compared to the previous month. Metro Atlanta home values are up 67% from the bottom of March 2012. Increased homes values are building equity and getting sellers back into the market.
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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, August 20th from 2pm – 5pm. There will be hundreds of beautiful open houses open across Metro Atlanta. We are having great success in attracting buyers for our MEGA Open Houses! Our MEGA Open House Events are very different from the standard open houses from other 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 Greater Metro Atlanta area is home to thousands of elementary, middle and high schools. Safe Kids USA offers the following Top Back to School Safety Tips:

Reminders for Drivers:

Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods and school zones.
Watch for children on and near the road in the morning and after school hours.
Reduce any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings. Put down your phone and don’t talk or text while driving.

Reminders for Kids:

Kids should cross the street with an adult until they are at least 10 years old.
Never run out into the streets or cross in between parked cars.
Make sure kids always walk in front of the bus where the driver can see them.

Labor Day is Monday September 4, 2017. Together, we will celebrate the contributions of workers across America. Labor Day has also become the symbolic end of the summer season - although summer officially ends on September 21. In high society, Labor Day is the last day of the year when it is fashionable to wear white or seersucker.

There is some debate over who first proposed the celebration of Labor Day back in 1882. Some believe it was a gentleman named Matthew Maguire who was serving as the secretary of the Central Labor Union of New York. Others believe it was Peter McGuire of the American Federation of Labor who had seen a similar celebration in Canada. Regardless of which Maguire/ McGuire, we are all happy this popular federal holiday now exists.

Labor Day is also the unofficial start of football season! High school, college and NFL teams will be underway. May your favorite teams play well.

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!

Friday, August 11, 2017

This Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Listed By Arthur Prescott Was Under Contract In 9 Days And Sold In A Flash!

This Lake Lanier Waterfront Home Listed By Arthur Prescott Was Under Contract In 9 Days And Sold In A Flash!

Congratulations to the new home owners and to our home seller clients on the purchase and sale of this fabulous Lake Lanier waterfront home which featured Big Water & Big Views at 255 Hickory Nut Trail In Dawsonville at Lake Lanier! What a setting! This property was listed for just nine days before the lucky buyers secured their property! This incredible Lake Lanier waterfront home had a stream of potential buyers and very high demand!

Welcome home to Big Water & Big Views! Come enjoy the scenic beauty of this incredible Lake Lanier waterfront home along the banks of the northern arm of the Chestatee! With 5 large bedrooms & 4.5 baths, there's room for everyone! From the moment you approach the front door, it's all lake views from the entry & back of the home! This home has been impeccably maintained, offers a large, open floor plan, two large decks, master suite on the main level, luxurious kitchen with breakfast bar and center isle, grass to water lot, slip dock with party deck, hoist and jet ski ports! Absolutely Superb!

Click Here For Full Details On 255 Hickory Nut Trail, Dawsonville, GA. Lake Lanier

The full motion video tour of 255 Hickory Nut Trail...

Closing date: August 11, 2017
Sale Price: $745,000

We want to thank Debbie Negley and Tara Locke of Keller Williams Realty for their professionalism and expert representation of the buyers in this transaction!

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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