Delavan Lake Property

     It is a busy weekend for activities around Delavan Lake, Wisconsin for February 16th, 17th, 18th and perhaps even the 19th.  Yes, it is an extended weekend because of the President's Day Holiday Here is a List of Activities to Choose From FRIDAY, February 16 Snow Sculptures and Ice Carvings - Lake Lawn and Downtown Delavan Happy Hour - 1/2 Price Drinks and Ice Cream - 4pm - 7 pm Delavan Lake Store, 2001 North Shore Indoor Kite Flying Performance - Lake Lawn Resort 8 pm - 9 pm SATURDAY, February 17 Free Wine Tasting - 10 am - 7 pm - Delavan Lake Store, 2001 North Shore Drive Kite Kick Off - 10:30 am - Lake Lawn Resort Grand Kite Launch - 12 pm - Lake Lawn Resort Kite Performances - 12:30 pm - 5 pm - Lake Lawn Resort Happy Hour - 1/2 Price Drinks and Ice Cream - 4pm - 7 pm Delavan Lake Store, 2001 North Shore Town of Delavan Winter Lakefest - 5 pm - 9 pm - Live Music - BCT - Delavan Community Park Live Music - Curtis Goodman - 7 pm - 9 pm - Del...

     2017 was an excellent year for Delavan Lake real estate. 25 lakefront properties changed hands which is the most sold in a single year since 1999 when there were 33 transactions.  The burst of activity has left inventories depleted and has created upward pressure on pricing.       Sales of properties with water frontage on Delavan Lake compared favorably to the last two years with 25 sales in 2017; 10 sales in 2016 and 17 sales in 2015.       When looking at just the main body of Delavan Lake, there were 17 sales in 2017, 8 in 2016 and 13 in 2015.   Prices ranged from $240,000 for a one bedroom cottage near Brown’s Channel to $1.9 million for a newer four bedroom South Shore residence with 126 feet of level frontage.       Lake access sales were also strong on Delavan with sales in 2017 of 46 units compared to 52 in 2016 and 37 in 2015.   Prices ranged from $48,000 for a two bedroom in the Delmar Subd...

     A comment often heard when buyers are considering a lake property is, “I don’t know how much I will use it.”  For those concerned with the number of trips they will make to a vacation home, a condo in the Geneva Landings complex may be a great option.      The complex is located on the outlet of Delavan Lake which leads directly into the main body.  Owners have access to boat slips and a boat launch along with an easy-to-enjoy boat valet service that has your craft ready and waiting for you whenever you want to go out.      The main reason that Geneva Landings is a great starter property is the carefree features of this condo development.  Lawn maintenance, snow removal, pool care and pier maintenance are all included in the monthly fee.  Owners can focus on enjoying Delavan Lake and not worry about the chores that can interfere with lake life.      Currently there are 10 units available in the...

     As the end of the year quickly approaches, we often see some discounting on properties that the owners don't want to carry over the winter months.  This year is no exception with a couple of particular note.      The first, which I call, the Ice Fisherman's Retreat, is located at 2808 Mabie Street, just off of the South Shore.  Recently remodeled, this cozy two bedroom has all the essentials for an Ice Fishing base camp... Heat.       Well actually, it has more than just a new furnace.  The house is surrounded by a chain link fence for secure toy storage, a detached garage, for secure toy storage, and a long paved driveway, for secure toy storage. 2808 Mabie Street could be your Ice Fishing Base Camp      Priced at only $127,500 the property is in the Delmar Association that includes a boat launch that is perfect for launching your Ice Fishing Shanty in the winter and jet skis in the summer. ...

     Those wanting some Delavan Lake apparel and gift items can now find a selection at The Delavan Lake Store just off of Delavan Lake, Wisconsin.   This cozy shop combines a local ice cream, candy, cheese and coffee shop with a relaxing wine and cocktail lounge in the same building. The Lounge at The Delavan Lake Store 2001 North Shore Drive, Delavan Lake, WI     First opened in 2016, the store converted a shuttered restaurant into an ice cream shop and has expanded its offerings to include sweat shirts, t-shirts, hats and bags with Delavan Lake imprints and messages.  Also available are mugs, cups, shot glasses, and custom made gift baskets. Shop online at www.DelavanLakeStore.com      Offerings on the lounge side include locally produced wines from Staller Estate Winery and The Apple Barn.  Wisconsin brews are also available such as ones from: New Glarus Brewing Company, Milwaukee Brewing Company, Lake Geneva Bre...

HOME SALES For the first nine months of the year, sales of lakefront properties reached 22 units compared to only seven in 2016.  Prices ranged from $307,700 for a foreclosed three-bedroom on Manor Lane to $1.9 million for a magnificent newer construction along South Shore Drive.  The lack of inventory hurt the lake access homes with 33 selling in the first nine months of this year compared to 43 in the same time frame last year.  Prices ranged from $69,000 for a two bedroom summer cottage to $657,500 for a tricked out two-story in Assembly Park with direct lake views. CONDO SALES Activity for condos was also strong with 19 sales through the third quarter of 2017 compared to 15 in 2016.  Prices for condo sales ranged from $44,000 for a one-bedroom condo hotel unit in the Delavan Lake Resort to $310,000 for a three-bedroom unit in Delavan Gardens on the north shore that included a boat slip and lake views. CURRENT MARKET HOMES There are 45 homes curre...

     Just as the temperatures started to rise, the lakefront home sales on Delavan Lake, WI took off and have now created a shortage of homes to choose from.      For the first six months of the year, there were only three sales.  Those ranged from a $307,000 foreclosure to a remodeled three-bedroom for $620,000 on the mouth of Browns Channel.      Once the mercury started to rise, sales expanded with 13 sales from July 1 through September 22.  Four more are under contract, including one infested with mold that should be torn down and rebuilt.  Prices of these sales ranged from $240,000 for a little one bedroom to $1.9 million for the perfect lakefront layout on 125 feet of level South Shore frontage.      The explosion in sales has left very few options for those that still want a lake home on 2,000 acre Delavan Lake.  Today, there are only 12 homes on the main body left unsold.  The best options in...