At Home in LaGrange County Indiana

Tour the Lakes this Saturday from 3-5

5 Dallas Lake Homes and 1 on Hackenberg

If you have been thinking about making a move to the lake, there has never been a better time.  There is a great selection of homes in all price ranges and interest rates are still low.  The agents at Real Estate Sails are all having Open Houses on the lakes to promote the start of Summer!  There are six houses on the tour and you can find out about all of them here.

If one of these homes doesn't suit your needs (or your pocketbook) there are plenty more to choose from.  As of today on the Indian Lakes Chain there are 14 homes for under 200,000 and 15 others that are under 300,000.  Give me a call or sign up for a "find out first email alert" so you can see what is available in the area.  You can have a search by lake type:  ski, fish, access to ski,  by lake name or price range.

I will be at my listing in Dallas Heights.  It is a great property with a huge yard and a full basement.  It offers privacy when you want it and all the perks of living on the lake!

"Life in the Past Lane"

It isn't just a phrase on the Welcome to Topeka signs, it's a way of life.  If you've been wanting to make a move to the country, here is your chance!  This home is in the country, between the Towns of Topeka and Shipshewana.

This stick built home is nestled on 5 partially wood acres and overlooks a stocked pond with an island.  An open floor plan features a huge kitchen.  A covered front porch and open back deck offer plenty of opportunity for taking in the views.   It is priced below the appraisal for a quick sale, so don't miss out! Stop in today and see what this home has to offer!

Congratulations

Mitch and Marchie!

Today was a perfect example of why I love my job!  I had sellers who really wanted to sell.  They had an accepted offer within 10 days of listing. And the buyers got a great deal on a house that they can fix up to make their HOME.  I can't wait to see how it turns out! 

Closing on a First Home!

There is nothing more exciting about my job than handing the keys to a first time buyer.  Finally owning your own home is a great accomplishment and I am honored to be a part of it. 

With big plans for decorating the inside and sprucing up the outside,  I can't wait to see how it turns out.  Congratulations Lance!!

Join Me Lakefront on 

Adams Lake for an

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 

from 2-4

Don't Miss an Amazing Opportunity!

This home was just reduced to UNDER 200,000!  Imagine being lakefront on one of LaGrange County's finest all sports lakes! And this is NOT a fixer upper.  It is ready for move in with lots of recent upgrades (roof, well, water heater, seawall).  There's also an absolutely adorable detached bunkhouse for overnight guests!  Stop in and mention reading my blog and you can get a FREE beachball!  For more info and a virtual tour visit  Adams Lake Under 200,000!

May 2008

(Numbers in parentheses are average list prices). As of May 31st, 2008, there are 289 homes currently for sale (174,480). They have been on the market for an average of 191 days.  76 are lakefront (287,598).  32 homes are located channelfront (177,981), 72 are on ski lakes (321,088) or lakes with access to ski lakes (169,269). 36 are on non-ski lakes (178,005) 29 have association or deeded access (101,209). 152 homes have no lake access (131,163).

In May 2008, there were 10 homes sold with an average sold price of 169,038. They spent an average of 82 days on the market, and were originally listed at an average price of 174,450. There were 43 new homes listed for sale this month at an average list price of 142,644.

The Summer lake season has started. Of the 10 homes that sold in May, 6 were on lakes.  If you have been thinking of moving to the lake or getting a second home at the lake, there has never been a better time.  Interest rates are still low and there is a great selection of homes in many price ranges.  I pulled some stats on what is available today in LaGrange County on our lakes.  These prices are all for single family "stick built" homes.

You can get a lakefront home on a ski lake for 174,900!  There are 6 others for under 200,000.  14 homes in the 200's, 9 homes in the 300's, 7 homes in the 400's, and 4 homes in the 500's.

You can get a channelfront home on a ski lake for 62,000!  There are 3 homes under 200,000, 2 homes in the 300's, and 1 home in the 400's.

You can get a lakefront home on a lake that has access to a ski lake for 249,900!  There are 3 homes in the 200's, and 1 home in the 400's.

You can get a channelfront home on a lake that has access to a ski lake for 69,900!  There are 3 homes under 100,000 and 6 homes in the 100's.

If you enjoy the peace and quiet of a fishing lake, you can get a lakefront home for 63,900!  There are 3 homes under 100,000, 13 homes in the 100's, 9 homes in the 200's, and 3 homes in the 300's.

There is one channelfront home on a fishing lake for 111,900 and 5 other homes in the 100's.

If you would like make a move to the lake this summer,  contact me today. I would be happy to help you find what you are looking for and I can show you any home listed by any company or agent in the area.