waterfront real estate: Navigating the Waters of Smith Mountain Lake Homes for Sale
- 03/02/21 10:16 AM
Since it was established in 1963, the available numbers of Smith Mountain Lake homes for sale and other area real estate options in general have gone through significant changes. This region, bordered by three Virginia counties (Bedford, Franklin and Pittsylvania), is now absolutely bursting with premier real estate developments, custom building opportunities, maintenance-free neighborhoods and pristine condo and townhome offerings that support a high quality of living. Known to locals as the 'Jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains', Smith Mountain Lake spans 20,600 acres, is 40 miles long and features 500 miles of shoreline. This gorgeous region offers year-round beautiful views, sparkling … (0 comments)
waterfront real estate: Smith Mountain Lake real estate trends: A quick analysis
- 03/01/18 07:05 AM
Before we get too far into 2018, I thought I would take time to analyze how real estate at Smith Mountain Lake shaped up in 2017 and reflect on how it has rebounded since the recession. Sales of homes at SML in 2017 were slow and steady and, for The Beran Group at RE/MAX Lakefront Realty, it proved to be the busiest year we’ve had in the past 8 years. This uptick is really noticeable when you look at the inventory of lakefront homes – 246 in 2017 vs. 436 in 2009. That’s a big difference! This lower supply coupled with higher demand … (2 comments)
waterfront real estate: SML Buzzing Over New Businesses
- 06/19/12 05:33 AM
Last week our blog featured several new waterfront restaurants to enjoy this summer season. But recent business start-ups aren’t only within Smith Mountain Lake’s food industry. The community is celebrating a noticeably positive trend in business launches, which can only mean a positive effect on the local economy. A recent report by a Pittsylvania County news station, GoDanRiver.com, highlights an upturn in Smith Mountain Lake’s business front. Along with new restaurants and distinctive food vendors such as Bruno’s Gastro Truck, a Sweet Frog franchise and The Lake House Beanery, SML has added marinas, retail outlets and accommodation locations to its already … (0 comments)
waterfront real estate: Lake Recreation and Water Quality
- 03/08/12 09:30 PM
When you live on a recreational lake such as Smith Mountain Lake, a common concern is water pollution. Residents want to be sure they, their children, grandchildren, friends and pets are safe when swimming and sporting around the lake. This month, local publication Laker Magazine includes an article on SML water safety that is both thorough and helpful for understanding water health and how the lake itself rates in cleanliness. You may appreciate knowing the article states Smith Mountain Lake’s water quality is excellent. While the article is a one-time summary of the science and results behind lake health, there are … (0 comments)
Since it was established in 1963, the available numbers of Smith Mountain Lake homes for sale and other area real estate options in general have gone through significant changes. This region, bordered by three Virginia counties (Bedford, Franklin and Pittsylvania), is now absolutely bursting with premier real estate developments, custom building opportunities, maintenance-free neighborhoods and pristine condo and townhome offerings that support a high quality of living.
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