Living on Lake Norman really is a lifestyle all it’s own. Waking up and seeing the sun shimmer of the water and birds flying over will put a smile on your face. (Well, it does mine!) What I love most about living on the water is the ability to enjoy the lake at the spur of the moment. Jump in your kayak, float, jet ski or boat and enjoy. You can get on the water when you want and return home when your ready. Boating to dinner never gets old.
We can help you find your spot on the lake. We have been specializing in lakefront properties for over 26 years and can help you with all the in and outs of buying a waterfront home on Lake Norman.
2826 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,600,
2826 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037
2826 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,600,
2826 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,600,
153 Gainswood Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,
153 Gainswood Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
153 Gainswood Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,
153 Gainswood Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,
166 Honeydew Circle, Troutman, North Carolina 28166-Price-Price $1,599
166 Honeydew Circle, Troutman, North Carolina 28166
166 Honeydew Circle, Troutman, North Carolina 28166-Price-Price $1,599
166 Honeydew Circle, Troutman, North Carolina 28166-Price-Price $1,599
8683 Casa Del Rio Drive, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673-Price-Pr
8683 Casa Del Rio Drive, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673
8683 Casa Del Rio Drive, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673-Price-Pr
8683 Casa Del Rio Drive, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673-Price-Pr
101 Cobbler Cove Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $
101 Cobbler Cove Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
101 Cobbler Cove Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $
101 Cobbler Cove Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $
21437 Country Club Drive, Cornelius, North Carolina 28031-Price-Price
21437 Country Club Drive, Cornelius, North Carolina 28031
21437 Country Club Drive, Cornelius, North Carolina 28031-Price-Price
21437 Country Club Drive, Cornelius, North Carolina 28031-Price-Price
9543 Island Point Road, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673-Price-Pri
9543 Island Point Road, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673
9543 Island Point Road, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673-Price-Pri
9543 Island Point Road, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673-Price-Pri
713 Isle Of Pines Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price
713 Isle Of Pines Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
713 Isle Of Pines Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price
713 Isle Of Pines Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price
4286 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,500,
4286 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037
4286 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,500,
4286 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,500,
116 Mcnaron Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,495
116 Mcnaron Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
116 Mcnaron Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,495
116 Mcnaron Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,495
2598 Las Brisas Lane, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,489,
2598 Las Brisas Lane, Denver, North Carolina 28037
2598 Las Brisas Lane, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,489,
2598 Las Brisas Lane, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,489,
16001 Cramur Drive, Huntersville, North Carolina 28078-Price-Price $1,
16001 Cramur Drive, Huntersville, North Carolina 28078
16001 Cramur Drive, Huntersville, North Carolina 28078-Price-Price $1,
16001 Cramur Drive, Huntersville, North Carolina 28078-Price-Price $1,
3654 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,475,
3654 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037
3654 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,475,
3654 Lake Shore Road, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,475,
2442 Smith Harbour Drive, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,
2442 Smith Harbour Drive, Denver, North Carolina 28037
2442 Smith Harbour Drive, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,
2442 Smith Harbour Drive, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,
7737 Cambridge Way, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,450,00
7737 Cambridge Way, Denver, North Carolina 28037
7737 Cambridge Way, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,450,00
7737 Cambridge Way, Denver, North Carolina 28037-Price-Price $1,450,00
3662 Gordon Street, Terrell, North Carolina 28682-Price-Price $1,450,0
3662 Gordon Street, Terrell, North Carolina 28682
3662 Gordon Street, Terrell, North Carolina 28682-Price-Price $1,450,0
3662 Gordon Street, Terrell, North Carolina 28682-Price-Price $1,450,0
172 Twin Sisters Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $
172 Twin Sisters Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
172 Twin Sisters Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $
172 Twin Sisters Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $
122 Cloverhill Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,
122 Cloverhill Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
122 Cloverhill Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,
122 Cloverhill Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,
198 Culpeze Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,375
198 Culpeze Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
198 Culpeze Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,375
198 Culpeze Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,375
113 Paddle Loop, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,327,
113 Paddle Loop, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
113 Paddle Loop, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,327,
113 Paddle Loop, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,327,
111 Paddle Loop, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,315,
111 Paddle Loop, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
111 Paddle Loop, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,315,
111 Paddle Loop, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,315,
909 Cornelius Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,3
909 Cornelius Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
909 Cornelius Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,3
909 Cornelius Road, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,3
239 Pinnacle Shores Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Pri
239 Pinnacle Shores Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
239 Pinnacle Shores Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Pri
239 Pinnacle Shores Drive, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Pri
215 Homer Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,299,3
215 Homer Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
215 Homer Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,299,3
215 Homer Lane, Mooresville, North Carolina 28117-Price-Price $1,299,3
How Much Does it Cost to Live on Lake Norman
One of the first questions people usually ask is ‘How much does it cost to live on Lake Norman’. Well there are a lot of variables that make answering this question a little challenging. Important factors that determine the prices of homes for sale on Lake Norman include:
- Where on Lake Norman is the property?
- What type of view of Lake Norman does the property have?
- How much waterfront does the property have?
- What is the age and size of the home?
- Where on the scale from ‘Move In Ready’ to ‘Fixer Upper’ does the property fall?
It’s difficult to isolate each factor to determine how much each one of these variables influences the value of a property as they all work together to derive the price. But let’s take a look generally at how each factor contributes to cost.
Where on Lake Norman is the Property?
Holding all other variable constant, homes on the south east side of Lake Norman are most costly. Homes and Condos in the cites of Cornelius, Davidson and Mooresville are more expensive than other parts of Lake Norman because of the amenities offered in the area and the close proximity to Charlotte. There are numerous dining, shopping and night life opportunities around and it’s a straight shot from these cities down I-77 to Charlotte.
What type of views of Lake Norman does the property have?
Properties with main channel, long range views are going to bring a premium. You also have large cove views, small cove views, sunset views and sunrise views. Other elements also come into play like bridges, power lines and surrounding properties.
How much waterfront does the property have?
You will often hear people say that you need a minimum of 100 ft. of waterfront to have a pier. This is true for lots subdivided and recorded after September 1st, 2006. If subdivided before September 1, 2006 then there are few nuances that come into play. If you have at least 75′ of shoreline then you can have 10 square feet of pier for every linear foot of ‘develop-able shoreline’. For example, if a lot has 80 feet of shoreline and was subdivided and recorded before the September 1, 2006 the you would be allowed to have a maximum of 800 sq.ft. of pier (assuming there are no other issues preventing a pier). If the lot was subdivided and recorded before June 1, 1996 then you are allowed 10 sq.ft. per linear foot of shoreline even if you don’t have the minimum 75 ft of shoreline. Generally, speaking in terms of value, having more waterfront is beneficial because it gives you a little more ‘space’ which helps protect your views.
What is the age and size of the home?
This seems pretty straight forward but it’s one of those variables that you have to consider in pricing. You may find a waterfront property with good views, water & location but it’s smaller and older than you prefer. For example, there a lot of lake houses on Lake Norman that are 2 bedrooms and around 1,400 sq.ft. This property may be prefect for a weekend spot but too small for everyday living. As you limit the number of potential buyers, you impact the overall market value.
Where on the scale from ‘Move In Ready’ to ‘Fixer Upper’ does the property fall?
Everyone has a different comfort level towards the amount of projects they want to manage or come out of pocket to fix up/update. The waterfont properties where someone has already come in and done the heavy lifting will understandably cost you more to buy. However, this does provide an opportunity for thoses that are willing to take on a remodel a get some ‘sweat equity’ out of the home.
Deeded Boat Slips & Lake Access Communities
If you want to enjoy the lake there are several options besides buying a Lake Norman Waterfront Home. There are homes that come with a deeded boat slip that you can walk or drive to. Another option is a Lake Access Community. Many neighborhoods have lake access with a boat ramp and some provide boat storage within the neighborhood itself.
What is the entry price point for a Lake Norman Waterfront Homes?
The entry price point will vary depending on where you are on the Lake Norman but generally speaking the entry price point for a home with decent water and lot starts around $500,000. Under that price point, you will typically find homes with one or more of the following characteristics:
- Older style ‘lake houses’, ‘fixer uppers’, cottages/cabins or manufactured homes.
- The water may be limited.
- Lots may be steep or small.
- Location may very rural.
For many, finding a Lake Norman Waterfront Cabin or a ‘fixer upper’ is just what they had in mind. If that’s you, then Search Lake Norman Waterfront Homes $500,000 and Under.
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