Monday, April 30, 2012

KALKASKA COUNTY LITTLE TWIN LAKE PRICE REDUCTION

Price reduced $27,000 to $142,900. Awesome setting and great location for this 1750 square foot home with 4BR,2B, attached garage and 45 feet of private frontage on clean clear Little Twin Lake.  Little Twin Lake is a 92 acre quiet lake allowing for no wake pontoon or fishing boats with a 30+ foot depth in the center and hard sand bottom for summer recreational fun.  It is located across the road from much larger 215 acre Big Twin Lake where there is a public boat ramp allowing to have the best of both worlds - all sports activity and quiet serene mornings and evenings on you deck or beach.
Located in Blue Lake Township in the heart of Kalkaska County's snowmobile country and the Blue Bear groomed snowmobile trail this is a highly sought after location for recreational fun and retirement options.
The price of this home makes for a very affordable option  and will not last long on the market at this price.  Click here for more details or contact mary@homewaters.net to set up a personal showing.

Friday, April 27, 2012

Smallwood Lake Waterfront Cottage!

New Listing at 595 Lakeshore, Gladwin, MI 48624
$65,000

Smallwood Lake Waterfront!!
595 Lakeshore, Gladwin, MI
MLS #157004

What a view! Perched on the banks of on all sports Smallwood Lake this cottage offers panoramic views of the lake. Steps to the lake side and you can swim, fish or jump in your boat for a day on the water. Smallwood Lake is a popular bass fishing lake but the current owner loves to catch Pike! Cottage is small but with a smart layout can sleep many! Efficient kitchen is bright and well equipped and offers new flooring. Kitchen opens to the living room with a picture window and relaxing views of the lake. The extra large living room with new carpet offers additional sleeping area. Exterior offers 2 storage sheds and a large yard for family fun days at the lake. State land with ORV trails is just down the road and ORV's are allowed on the edge of most road ways. This cottage and recreational area allow you to have an affordable up north getaway...start making memories today!

Click HERE for more information on this Smallwood Lake Cottage!!
595 Lakeshore, Gladwin, MI
595 Lakeshore, Gladwin, MI
595 Lakeshore, Gladwin, MI
595 Lakeshore, Gladwin, MI
http://midlandonline.com/wwwroot/images/people/48254g.jpg?189512



View Larger Map

North Estates Real Estate Opportunities at Garland Lodge and Resort


Golfers visit northern Michigan to escape the crowds, enjoy the pristine scenery, and relax.  Garland North Estates allows property owners to do just that.  This gated community is the site of some of the most pristigious homes within Garland Lodge and Resort.  Located along the championship Swampfire Course, this community offers dazzling views and the serene fairways that golfers adore. The lots are spacious, and private - what's not to love?

Single family homes range from $289,000 t $949,000. Vacant golf course are available from $35,000 while wooded off-course properties begin at $22,500.

To see what Garland North Estates has to offer, watch the video below.



For more information, please contact Gina Render at (989) 390-3940 or by email at gina@homewaters.net.

To view all of the available listings at Garland Lodge and Resort, click here.




Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Northern Michigan Golf Cottages at Garland Lodge and Resort

If there is one thing that Lewiston, Michigan is known for, it's golf.  And with Garland Lodge and Resort right in its backyard, there certainly is every opportunity to take advantage.  With four championship courses, a premier spa, completely renovated gym, indoor and outdoor pools, fantastic new wine bar, and a variety of dining choices, there are plenty of activities to explore.

So if you are interested in learning more about how you can buy into a little piece of this paradise, without breaking the bank, you may want to check this out.



These darling cottages have everything a weekend golf warrior could want - charming cottage look, great space for entertaining friends and family, fantastic location on the championship Fountains Course, and access to an exclusive Monarch Club Membership to enjoy all of the ammenities that Garland Lodge and Resort has to offer.  And best of all?  There is even a very active rental program that owners can participate in, when not using the cottage.  Priced from just under $100,000 to $139,500 based on the level of finish, this is an opportunity that you won't want to let slip by.

To learn more about available Golf Cottages, and other real estate opportunities within the resort,  contact Gina Render at (989) 390-3940 or gina@homewaters.net

To see all of Gina Render's available listings click here.





Thursday, April 19, 2012

Wixom Lake Real Estate Market Conditions

Real Estate Market Conditions for Wixom Lake

   Wixom Lake
  
Wixom Lake

Welcome! Visitors are welcome in Beaverton, Michigan especially the kind that like to stay and play awhile! Come with your family, your friends or just yourself and I'll bet you'll make new friends while you're here! Wixom Lake is an approximately 2,000 acre all sports lake, inside Gladwin County and located in Beaverton, Michigan. The lake takes in Billings and Tobacco Township and is formed by the Tittabawassee River system and is also fed by the Cedar and Tobacco Rivers. 

It would take many hours of boat travel to see the entire lake! Many people enjoy Wixom Lake with pontoons, ski boats, jet ski's, fishing boats and it's not uncommon to see a canoe or kayak during the quieter times. Be sure to check out "Pontoon Alley", a local and very popular area to spend the afternoon on Wixom Lake! Pontoon Alley boasts a shallow, sandy bottom swimming area with a very festive atmosphere!
Public access (DNR Launch Site) on Dundas Road on the Tobacco River side of the lake.

    
There are currently 68 active listings on Wixom Lake. They range in price from $19,900 - $624,000.00.
March saw 12 new listings on Wixom Lake ranging in price from $42,500 to $220,000.
During the month of March we saw no listings expire and 5 homes sell.

Below are featured listings on Wixom Lake. Click on the address to learn more about them.

Click here to search for more available listings on Wixom Lake
http://midlandonline.com/wwwroot/images/people/48254g.jpg?189512
Associate Broker, GRI, Accredited Buyers Representative,
Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource

                http://global.curtin.edu.au/template/images/2010/icon_youtube.gif 
 www.HomeWaters.net

Secord Lake Real Estate Market Conditions

Real Estate Market Conditions on Secord Lake

 Secord Lake
 

Welcome! Visitors are welcome in Gladwin, Michigan especially the kind that like to stay and play awhile! Come with your family, your friends or just yourself and I'll bet you'll make new friends while you're here!
 

Secord Lake is an approximately 2,000 acre serene and picturesque all sports lake,inside Gladwin County and located in Gladwin, Michigan. The lake takes in Secord Township and is formed by the Tittabawassee River system. It would take many hours of boat travel to see the entire lake! You will find miles of shoreline and much sandy swimming!
Many people enjoy Secord Lake with pontoons, ski boats, jet ski's, fishing boats and it's not uncommon to see a canoe or kayak during the quieter times. Don't forget to check out Lost Arrow Resort on the Water, a beautiful waterfront resort that boasts a fabulous restaurant serving many fine foods including farm raised venison. The resort also offers trophy whitetail hunting, a sporting clay course, fishing, indoor pool and spa!

 There are currently 70 active listings for Secord Lake ranging from $29,900 to $350,000.

March saw 11 new listings on Secord Lake ranging in price from $29,900 to $350,000. This month 1 listing expired and 1 home sold.

Below are featured listings for Secord Lake
3449 Lakeshore Drive  $142,900
133 West River Drive  $185,500
4426 Lakeview, Alger Michigan $110,000
1518 Loebrich, Gladwin, MI $49,000
3761 Jennings Court  $125,000

Click here to visit more listings on Secord Lake!!!!


http://midlandonline.com/wwwroot/images/people/48254g.jpg?189512
Associate Broker, GRI, Accredited Buyers Representative,
Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource

                http://global.curtin.edu.au/template/images/2010/icon_youtube.gif 
 www.HomeWaters.net

Sugar Springs Real Estate Market Conditions

Real Estate Market Conditions for Sugar Springs

 Lake Lancer & Lancelot
 View on Lake Lancer

Lake Lancer & Lancelot offer 1,000 acres of water fun with Lake Lancer at 780 acres and Lancelot at 230 acres. These two lakes are private and are for residents of Sugar Springs, a planned community with over 3,200 platted acres. There are 15 private beach clubs along the shores of the lakes for association members only. Some of the beach clubs offer restrooms, showers, swimming, picnic areas and boat launches. Fisherman enjoy the tranquility of the lakes and the Northern Pike, Walleye, Bass and Panfish that can readily be caught from both Lake Lancer & Lake Lancelot. Lake waters are tested annually and treated several times per year to control weeds and infestation allowing boaters, skiers, jet skiers and swimmers to enjoy the waters! Lake Lancer and Lancelot are in Butman Township within Gladwin County.

There are currently 79 active listings on Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot.
 They range in price from $26,500 to $495,000

March saw 17 new listings on Lake Lancer and Lake Lancelot ranging in price from $64,000 to $310,000. During the month of March we saw 3 listings expire and 1 home sell.


Click here to search for available listings in Sugar Springs!!


http://midlandonline.com/wwwroot/images/people/48254g.jpg?189512
Associate Broker, GRI, Accredited Buyers Representative,
Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource

                http://global.curtin.edu.au/template/images/2010/icon_youtube.gif 
 www.HomeWaters.net

Gladwin County Real Estate Market Conditions for March

Sonya Loose

Real Estate Market Conditions for March 2012

Gladwin County is located in rural Northern Michigan and is conveniently located within 3 hours of Detroit and 2-2.5 hours of Flint and Lansing making it easy to come "Up North" for the weekend. But, we encourage you to stay longer. After visiting Gladwin you will want to spend much more time here! Gladwin, Michigan is an area popular for its scenic lakes (including Wixom Lake and Secord Lake), plentiful state land, quaint parks, Amish communities and down town shopping. Gladwin is primarily a second home/resort community due to the amount of waterfront homes. Gladwin, Michigan has real estate to accommodate every buyer from very affordable cabins to luxurious homes. As a life long resident of Gladwin County I know the area well and the real estate market even better! 

856 Pawtuckett, Hope     
                   Wixom Lake Waterfront!   
                            MLS #156940         $379,900

Sonya Loose 

                        












3486 North Branch, Beaverton
                     Ross Lake Waterfront!
                             MLS #156872                        $194,900
Sonya Loose 
The real estate market conditions in Gladwin, Michigan along with most areas of Michigan, remain challenging, but appear to be stable! There is a slightly improving economy, less days on market but a lack of qualified buyers remains. If you are interested in buying your first home or your vacation home, it is a fabulous time to buy! Interest rates are low for qualified buyers, and there is a lot of inventory to choose from. Homes are more affordable then they have been in years! Buyers: Get in the market early and avoid other buyer competition. Sellers: Selling season is here and your home needs exposure so lets it on the market today if you are serious about selling. Homes do sell all year long!

Here are the latest real estate market conditions for Gladwin, Michigan and the surrounding areas of Beaverton, Harrison, Clare, Rhodes, Bentley, Wixom Lake and Secord Lake. In March I had 8 closings and I have closed one in April with 8 pending.....the busy selling season has arrive!!
The Clare/Gladwin Board of Realtors currently has 938 homes for sale through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and 138 of those were new to the market in March. The number of new listings is 62 more than last month. The average asking price of the homes currently on the market is $110,434 and the average days on market for those homes has been 296 days. These stats are only slightly different than the last 2 years clarifying my theory that the Gladwin, Michigan real estate market conditions are stable! Residential asking prices range from $6,650 - $950,000.

During the month of March we saw 57 homes sell/close in Gladwin, Michigan. This is 22 more than in February. The average asking price was $62,668. The average sales price was $55,598 and the average days on market for these homes was 263 days. The sellers received an average of 88.7% of their asking price. The average days on market is 51 days more than last month.

In Gladwin 48 homes expired from the market unsold in March. The main reason homes don't sell during their listing period is that they were priced incorrectly for the real estate market conditions and or condition of the home. In any market it is imperative that a listing be priced as competitively as possible for its condition in order to have the best chance of selling. To learn more about why homes expire from the market visit this link to a page on my website. If you're thinking about selling your Gladwin area home one very important fact to know about your real estate market conditions is the absorption rate. The absorption rate will tell you how long it will take for the current inventory of homes in Gladwin, Michigan to be absorbed by the market if no other homes come on the market. The absorption rate for March is 1.3 years! If you want your Gladwin, Michigan area home sold you need to know this number to help you price your home accordingly.

http://midlandonline.com/wwwroot/images/people/48254g.jpg?189512
Associate Broker, GRI, Accredited Buyers Representative,
Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource

                http://global.curtin.edu.au/template/images/2010/icon_youtube.gif 
 www.HomeWaters.net

KALKASKA COUNTY SERENE LAKEFRONT SANCTUARY

Fabulous Chalet on quiet Little Blue Lake in Kalkaska County.  Sitting on the deck or inside the Living Room looking out the full 2 story windowed wall you are entertained by the soaring of eagles, antics of the loons or just the relaxing and peaceful water views.  Located in the heart of Kalkaska County's recreational and highland lakes area you will find a slower pace of life in the privacy of your own waterfront home.
This home features 1700 sq. ft. of living space with 3BR/2B, blacktop drive, detached two stall garage,gas fireplace, 2 story floor to ceiling windows on the waterfront side, blacktop county maintained road, and Big Blue Lake 1/2 mile away for all sports entertainment.  The Blue Bear snowmobile trail right out your door for wintertime fun!!
This is truly a one of kind setting with 150 feet of frontage on Little Blue Lake.  Thousands of acres of state land all round and streams and rivers close by for some authentic fishing.  This is not a drive-by home and must be experienced inside to really appreciate the fine quality and views afforded in the well thought out floor plan.
Click on the link above to see more details on the home or contact mary@homewaters.net to schedule a showing.

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

French Country Villas at Garland Lodge and Resort


For those looking to enjoy all the ammenities that come with resort living, without breaking the budget, Garland Lodge and Resort's French Country Villas just might be the answer.  Enjoy either fractional or whole ownership.  All of the units are situated on the beautiful, championship Fountains Course.  Prices for the 1/4 fractional shares start at under $100,000 while the whole ownership villas begin around $200,000.  Check out the video below to learn more about these charming villas.



For more information about these or any other available listings please contact Gina Render at (989) 390-3940 or by email at gina@homewaters.net.





76th ANNUAL KALKASKA COUNTY NATIONAL TROUT FESTIVAL



SOMETHING FISHY IN KALKASKA is the theme for this year's 76th Annual National Trout Festival to be held this year from April 25th to the 29th. The mission of the Trout Festival is to bring community, business and family together to celebrate the heritage of our natural resources, trout fishing and sportsmanship. We pride ourselves in promoting environmental education and the arts through entertainment.

Kalksaka County is 561 square miles of abundant natural resources with numerous recreational opportunities. There are over 80 lakes and 275 miles of streams and rivers with numerous state and county parks to get close to the natural beauty that surrounds you in Kalkaska County. The county averages 126 inches of snow per year, perfect for winter weather enthusiasts.

Click on the link above to view the schedule of all events including flea market, carnival, the Shady Belle Food and Entertainment pavillion, youth parade, Jack's Sport Shop Native Trout Fishing Contest, Kalkaska Idol, Wood Memorial Trout Run, Great Lakes Energy Grand Royale Parade, motorcycle enduro race, pancake breakfast and classic auto show.

Kalkaska is proud to kick off the first and earliest festival in Northwest Michigan each and every year. This is a wonderful family friendly event in honor of the opening day of Trout Fishing Season.

If you would like more information on owning a little slice of waterfront heaven in Kalkskaska County visit www.homewaters.net or contact mary@homewaters.net to help you with your search.

Garland Woods Real Estate Opportunities within Garland Lodge and Resort

For golfers in Michigan, this is the time of year that the clubs are dusted off, summer golfing trips are planned, and reservations are made. But what if a weekend or two golfing in northern Michigan just isn't enough to satisfy that need for wide open spaces, lush fairways, or snow white sand bunkers?

Then it might be time to start thinking about the real estate opportunities that exist within northern Michigan's premier golfing community.

Garland Lodge and Resort is a spectacular property encompassing over 3,000 acres of forests, streams, mature hardwoods, and lakes. Enjoy 72 holes of incredible golf with four championship courses, and all through one pro shop. And with indoor and outdoor pools, a premier spa, gym, tennis, entertainment, fine dining, wine bar, and so much more - there is something for everyone in the group to enjoy. In fact, the new ownership has invested millions of dollars into the Resort just to make sure of it!

Here is a short video that highlights some of the options within Garland Woods, just one of the subdivisions within Garland Lodge and Resort. Garland Woods meanders throughout the championship Fountains Course. Prized for its bent grass fairways, majestic combination of pine and oak trees along spacious teeing areas, and water on nine of eighteen holes, you just might fall in love.



Interested in seeing all available real estate opportunities at Garland Lodge and Resort? Simply click here.

Brought to you by Gina Render:
gina@homewaters.net
(989) 390-3940

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Wixom Lake Waterfront at 856 Pawtuckett, Hope, MI

New Listing at 856 Pawtuckett, Hope, MI 48628
Wixom Lake Waterfront!!
$379,900
856 Pawtuckett, Hope, MI
MLS #156940

Contemporary home that has been meticulously maintained w/ 151' on a natural channel of Wixom Lake. Built in 1994 this fabulous home offers 3000 square feet that includes 2 stories & a finished walk out basement! 3 bedrooms plus an office/den that could be a possible 4th bedroom & 3.75 bathrooms! The welcoming front entrance leads you into the foyer where a beautiful chandelier & oak staircase greet you. Spacious living room w/ floor to ceiling windows offering a grand view of the lake & patio door to deck. Well equipped kitchen w/ rolling butcher block island & patio door to deck. Second level master bedroom suite is extra large & offers a balcony overlooking the lake & a master bath with jacuzzi tub & full shower! Finished walk out basement has a gas log fireplace in the family room, storage closets & another bedroom w/ a door wall to covered paver patio. Attached, heated 2.5 car garage & 24x36 barn with 12' side walls with bonus room above. Beautiful landscaping & small beach! This house has so much more to offer!

Click HERE for more details on this Wixom Lake Waterfront!!

856 Pawtuckett, Hope, MI
856 Pawtuckett, Hope, MI
856 Pawtuckett, Hope, MI
856 Pawtuckett, Hope, MI
http://midlandonline.com/wwwroot/images/people/48254g.jpg?189512
Associate Broker, GRI, Accredited Buyers Representative,
Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource

                http://global.curtin.edu.au/template/images/2010/icon_youtube.gif 
 www.HomeWaters.net
 
View Larger Map