Unless you have been living at an extremely high altitude mountain cave and growing a long beard for the last few years, you have your heard your fill of doom-and-gloom real estate market reports.  It is no secret that most of the country has had its real estate bubble pop, but Blue Ridge real estate has passed through the economic downturn relatively unscathed.  In fact, the percentage of Blue Ridge foreclosures that comprise the local MLS inventory is comparatively low.  There are several reasons for this, including a permanent buyer demand created by a strong local economy, a convenient location not far from Atlanta, and a natural setting that makes this the vacation mecca of the region.  It is true that Blue Ridge foreclosures are available and create some fabulous buying opportunities, but it is important to note that the great majority of Blue Ridge home owners have not defaulted on their mortgages, and most people who have held on to their properties for awhile enjoy a positive equity position.  Many of the Blue Ridge foreclosures currently available were vacation properties, and some of the home owners defaulted because they got themselves into risky mortgage refinance products.

We no longer see conditions that would allow you to buy a home, put a coat of paint on it, and then flip it for tens of thousands of dollars more in just a few weeks.  However, Blue Ridge real estate is still one of the best investments you can make, especially if you buy one of these Blue Ridge foreclosures at today’s prices.  The selection of foreclosed homes spans the entire price spectrum, and includes homes with nice mountain views, creek side properties,  and properties with acreage for horses.  However, be forewarned; as this foreclosure and bank owned property supply dwindles, there will be an upward pressure on prices.

Buying Blue Ridge Foreclosures

Many Blue Ridge foreclosures are Fannie Mae properties, which means that they property is approved for HomePath Mortgage Financing and HomePath Renovation Financing.  These properties can be purchased for as little as 3% down. Also, banks are facing up to reality and saying things like “bring all offers!”  While you cannot expect to pick these homes up for pennies on the dollar, banks have become easier to deal with and it is possible to purchase Blue Ridge foreclosures at bargain prices.

Your Blue Ridge Foreclosure Expert

Contact me for expert advice on finding and purchasing Blue Ridge foreclosures.  I know this market and have experience with getting good results from negotiating with banks.  My goal as your Blue Ridge foreclosure expert is to help you find the property that best suits your needs under terms of a contract that favors your interests.

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Bookmark this link and return often to see ALL log homes currently for sale in Blue Ridge. The best values and bargains are found right here.

Why Blue Ridge log homes? Well, first of all, it is hard to imagine Blue Ridge without log homes. Log homes in the North Georgia mountains are what dreams are made of. Nothing offers the romance, warmth, and charming character more than a home made of British Columbia cedar logs or even homes with simple log siding.  Nothing could better capture the aesthetics of Blue Ridge’s natural beauty than a new log home. And the beauty goes both ways; the mountain surroundings of old growth hardwoods and pines brings out the inherent beauty of Blue Ridge log homes. These homes also compliment and enhance the scenic value of the forest in the North Georgia mountains.

Blue Ridge Log Homes Offer Value

There are some practical considerations too. The walls of log homes offer a high “R” value and provide excellent insulation. Financing has become much easier as well. At one time it was difficult to obtain financing for Blue Ridge log homes. This is no longer the case. Lenders realize that log construction offers real value, and that contractors who specialize in log homes provide quality construction. Most commonly, Blue Ridge log homes come with metal roofs and basements. Lenders have also discovered that Blue Ridge log homes enjoy good resale. There are no additional “hoops” for borrowers to go through to obtain financing for new log home construction or resale. Some of the building materials come right from this area. Many of the logs are provided by Sisson, a local log maker. As a result, Blue Ridge log homes are found everywhere around the lake and in the North Georgia mountains.

Finding Blue Ridge Log Homes

Whether you are looking for a post and timber mansion of cedar log construction that is large enough for a corporate retreat, or simply looking for a seasonal cabin with log siding, please call me. I know this market and I know what to look for when buying a log home in Blue Ridge. If you are thinking of building a log house, call me and I can help you find a perfect building site.

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See ALL mountain view homes in Blue Ridge that are currently for sale.

Come to North Georgia’s Blue Ridge and leave all stress, anxiety, and traffic behind. This beautiful part of the world is awash in overwhelming natural beauty that will sweep your cares away. At 2500 feet above sea level, Blue Ridge is the one place where lounging and enjoying the scenery from your Blue Ridge home with mountain view is almost as exhilarating as the outdoor recreation that this area has to offer. Panoramic North Georgia mountain vistas of three states and endless forests of old growth pines and hardwoods will give you the attitude adjustment you need and will help undo the damage caused by your office cubicle.

Chattahooche National Forest has over 106,000 acres of wilderness that is ideal for everything from whitewater rafting to horseback riding. The trout fishing is pretty good here too! Come during the winter, and there is a very good chance that you will be able to enjoy a white Christmas!

Check out the Blue Ridge homes with mountain views and see how you can have all of this natural beauty wash over you every day. It’s hard to believe that your blood pressure will not go down and that you will not add years of quality living to your lifespan. Life in the North Georgia mountains is just what the doctor ordered. This is one prescription that has no ill side effects, except for a type of celestial amnesia that will cause you to forget what life was like before you purchased a Blue Ridge home with mountain views. Take another deep breath of fresh mountain air, exhale, and repeat. It might even cure you of some of your bad habits. Views of Rich Mountain and Cuhuttas will give you just the inspiration you need.  You will probably sleep better living here too!

Tour Some Blue Ridge Homes with Mountain Views

Come and play here, and you will probably stay here. Come vacation in Blue Ridge, and let’s go tour some Blue Ridge homes with mountain views while you are here. We are not far away. The views might give the impression that you are thousands of miles away, but in fact, Blue Ridge is only about 90 minutes away from Atlanta.

Available real estate in Blue Ridge is available in abundant supply, and this goes for Blue Ridge homes with mountain views as well.  Find upper end mountain view estates with British Columbia cedar log homes, which might be better described as “mansions,” replete with every possible amenity, including such thoughtful appointments as carved millwork, vanishing edge pools, saunas, built-ins, and perhaps even a helicopter pad.  If you start shopping on the other end of the spectrum, you will discover Blue Ridge homes with mountain views priced in the low 100′s that are perfect for getaways or year round living.

If you are looking for a hope with Blue Ridge mountain views, be sure to call me first at 706-633-8585.  I can take you straight to the best bargains with the best views.  I am here to help!  When you come to visit, be sure to bring your fly fishing equipment!

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Mountains!  Fish! Clear Water! A fully recreational lake!  If you are looking for good reasons to fall in love with Lake Blue Ridge lake houses, then you won’t have to look very hard. Come and visit Lake Blue Ridge, and you will undoubtedly find a few more. Come and visit us and you will find a very obvious and compelling reason; About 70% of Lake Blue Ridge shoreline is occupied by the Chattahoochee National Forest, managed by the USDA Forest Service, meaning a well-preserved setting and expansive  vistas of undeveloped, truly pristine lakeshore for your enjoyment.

Here are the top Blue Ridge lakeshore properties currently available on the regional MLS/IDX system:

See ALL Lake Blue Ridge lake house listings.

This is the quintessential North Georgia mountain lake vacation spot. It is your ideal weekend getaway, as well as a perfect spot for year-round North Georgia lakeshore living and unlimited opportunities for pontoon boating, wakeboarding, sailing, and a multitude of other exciting water sports.

Lake Blue Ridge Lake Homes Offer Convenience

Perhaps your list of reasons will include the convenient location; you can get here with just a short 90 minute drive north from Atlanta. The amenities of the City of Blue Ridge itself add to the convenience, providing plenty of opportunities for shopping, dining, and all of the other amenities that you would expect to find in a premier North Georgia vacation town.

A Good Place to Live

This North Georgia mountain lake community prides itself on being family oriented; in fact the lake houses and lakeshore property is frequently passed down from generation to generation.  These lake houses are perfect for starting traditions that your grandchildren and great grandchildren can enjoy. Why not start one right now with your own Lake Blue Ridge property?

Perfect Time to Buy

Prices are still great, there is good selection of Lake Blue Ridge lake houses, and the real estate taxes are low. There are even a few opportunities to buy lakeshore foreclosures here.  North Georgia lakeshore real estate is still one of the best investments that you can make.  This is a resilient market; prices were not impacted here nearly as hard as they were in other areas, and sales activity is heating up, so this is a great time for investing in lake houses.

Selection and Value

The luxury lake home market offers some beautiful Tommy Cole-built log homes that are as gorgeous as the lake itself.  These handsome homes are built from two-foot diameter Idaho logs and boast anywhere from 100 to 300 feet of lakeshore, with lots ranging from 0.5 to 3.0 acre lots.  Prices on these beauties run up to 3M.  These Lake Blue Ridge lake houses are easily accessed by either gravel or paved roads.  Most of these homes were built in the last ten years.

Mid-range lake home opportunities ($0.8M to $1.0M) include a pleasant mix of both custom built homes and spec homes, most of which were built in the last ten years/.  These lake houses typically have four to five bedrooms and lake frontage from 100 to 200 feet.  Many of these homes are craftsman style, and almost all are log or log-sided.  Lots run anywhere from a half-acre to three acres.

Starter homes start around 459K, and include three bedroom spec homes in a wide range of sizes.  Most boast daylight basements, some are remodeled, and many are log homes or log-sided.

The selection of build-able lots is limited, and prices range from $229K to $1.5M.  These are wooded lots with tremendous lake views, and you can choose your own builder to build your the North Georgia lake house of your dreams.

Buying and Selling Lake Houses

If you are considering Lake Blue Ridge real estate, please give me a call.  I am here to help.  With sixteen years of experience with real estate and twelve years of living on Lake Blue Ridge, I know the market, the builders, the local amenities, and the lake itself.  As a former appraiser, I can help you determine which Lake Blue Ridge lake houses offer the best values.  I eschew pushy sales tactics, and am more concerned about your best interests and long-term satisfaction. I want you to be as happy about living on Lake Blue Ridge as I am! My approach is low key, and I think you will enjoy seeing available listings by boat!

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Here are a few Lake Nottely lake houses that are currently for sale on the regional MLS/IDX system:

See ALL homes on Lake Nottely.

If you are looking for affordable mountain lake property, your quest ends here. Drive just about another 25 minutes more past Lake Blue Ridge and you will see that Lake Nottely lake houses are priced about 20% less than homes on Lake Blue Ridge. Keep in mind that this is still a commutable distance, and that you can commute from downtown Atlanta in an easy and enjoyable drive of about one hour and forty five minutes. A weekend vacation on a Georgia mountain lake among hardwoods and towering pines with about 70% of the shoreline owned by the US Forest Service means pristine views and an area ideal for hunting as well as fishing. Lake Nottely is about 4000 acres, larger than Lake Blue Ridge, and is a top choice for serious anglers who are looking for largemouth and smallmouth bass, brim, striped bass, and muskies.

North Georgia Mountain Lake Homes for Sale

This is an especially good time to consider Lake Nottely lake houses; Georgia mountain lakeshore prices reflect the general economic downturn that we have experienced over the last three years, Lake Nottely lakefront homes start at an easy $129K; types of waterfront property in the low end of the spectrum include trailers and a shared dock or perhaps about 50 feet of lakeshore. These Georgia mountain lake homes are perfect for your weekend getaways and are easy to maintain. Financing on entry level Lake Nottely lake houses that are used as secondary/vacation homes can be obtained with about 10% to 29% down payment.

At Home on Lake Nottely

The inventory of Lake Nottely lake houses under 500K is broad and eclectic, and it is not unusual to find a two bedroom/one bath home for about $300-350K Mountain lake homes in Eagle Bend subdivision are priced between $300-800K; full basements are common, most are walkouts, and many of these homes are ideal for year-round as well as seasonal use. Purchase one of these Lake Notely lake houses as a second home, and you might find yourself selling your property in Atlanta and retiring here.

Upper-Bracket Lake Nottely Lake Houses

The top of the market is at 1.75 million for a beautiful lot and Lake Nottely lake house on about seven wooded acres. These Large lakeshore estates include gorgeous new custom log homes that run up to about 5000 square feet, and traditional styles of homes that were built in the 1950′s.  If you are looking for the comfort and security of a Georgia mountain lake home in a gated community, check out Arrowhead, replete with open water views and deep water dockage.

Time to Buy Lake Nottely Lake Houses

Prices are favoring buyers right now, but historically North Georgia mountain lake homes make great long-term investments. Sales activity levels are above normal, and 19 Lake Notelly lake houses have sold so far in 2011. This looks like a great opportunity to start your family tradition on lakefront property in the North Georgia mountains!

At Home on Lake Nottely

The origin of the word, Nottely, is not known for certain, but appears to be derived from the Hitchiti-Creek word Note-le, which means, “People on the Other Side.” And that is where Nottely is, on HWY 515 just “on the other side” of Blue Ridge. The lakes are very similar, beautiful water and surrounded by mountains and the Chattahoochee National Forest keeping the amount of buildable land to a minimum. Blairsville is well known as a beautiful retirement and vacation area with many opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, scenic drives as well as some fantastic outdoor festivals. Excellent golf courses are available within minutes drive of the lake and the highest point in Georgia “Brasstown Bald” is located just a short drive to the East. The high altitude makes for a microclimate, usually running around 5 degrees cooler that the Atlanta area.

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Browse ALL Lake Chatuge houses for sale.

A quiet North Georgia mountain lake home close to the conveniences of a popular resort area is within your reach. This may be the best lake home buyer’s market that you will ever see in your lifetime, and Lake Chatuge lake homes offer great opportunities to take advantage of it. Crystal-clear Lake Chatuge is about two hours northeast from Atlanta and is situated among North Georgia’s most popular resorts, including the Ridges Resort and Brasstown Resort, at a stone’s throw from the town of Hiawassee. About one third of this lake overlaps North Carolina, and national forest surrounds much of it. Imagine living on a 1900 foot elevation North Georgia mountain lake that boasts 5000 acres teeming with largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, brim, and large catfish!

The selection Lake Chatuge lake houses offers something for buyers of all stripes. There are lakefront properties here that are suited for year-round use, and many of them are seasonal rentals. The inventory of Lake Chatuge lakefront properties is brimming with choices that range anywhere from $200K to $2.5M. The quality of the outdoor sports and the convenient location both serve to preserve and progress the value of your Lake Chatuge real estate investment. Come live in the North Georgia mountains on a peaceful lake where you can enjoy everything from boating and fishing to world-class golf at one of the nearby courses.

Affordable Lake Chatuge Lake Houses

On the starter-end of the price spectrum, Lake Chatuge homes are found in the $200′s and include both condominiums and single family homes that enjoy blacktop road access and a community dock. Foreclosures and short sale listings make some of these properties even more affordable, but as the inventory of lender-mediated listings begins to dwindle, you can easily surmise what will happen to prices. Whether this would be your first lake home or whether you are a seasoned real estate investor looking for North Georgia mountain lake home rentals, you could not have picked a better time to start shopping for Lake Chatuge lake houses. Prices are low, and so are mortgage rates, but lake property values tend to appreciate well over time, and Lake Chatuge lake houses are some of the best long-term investments you can make.

Upscale Lake Chatuge Communities

If you are looking for luxury Lake Chatuge lakeshore living, you will find it. There are upper-bracket lake house communities with prices that range up to 2.4M on small acreages. Check out golf course communities of custom homes at The Ridges or Chatuge Shores. The golfing is championship quality, but there are so many more things to do around here as well. Enjoy an active lifestyle filled with fishing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and horseback riding. Own one of these Lake Chatuge lake houses, and you will always have plenty of exciting things to do.

Buying Homes on Lake Chatuge

If you are thinking of buying a home on Lake Chatuge, call me first. I know the area, the market trends, and the local amenities. Benefit from my many years of selling Lake Chatuge houses and let me help you find the house best suited to the needs of you and your family. My goal is to find the best value under terms of a sales contract that favor your interests. My service ethic is based on candor, prompt communication, and due diligence. Please contact me for a free, no-obligation buyer consultation. I am here to help.

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