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SPRING 2008.....
Lake District Realty is pleased to present a fine selection of area waterfront homes, cottages and lots. The market has responded favorably to our listings, as many of the properties are already posting sold or conditionally sold. Locating in the Land O' Lakes area will be a pleasure of a life time! No longer are these lakes isolated; they are quiet natural lakes located in fully serviced rural communities. Can you remember 13% interest rates? I can! 5.5% interest rates should be one of the greatest mobilizing factors for the purchase of that waterfront property you've been contemplating. Do you need some help? Give us a call. It's time to list....It's time to look....It's time to buy! ...more

LDR Launches New Site!
It is probably apparent by now that we have updated the look and feel of our web site but looks aren't everything...we've added a number of great, user-friendly features as well!
To help you get the most out of our new site, we've highlighted some of the new features and benefits.
To help us find you the perfect property, we have developed the LDR Property Profile. This is a series of questions that you answer and submit to us (any time of day) to create your own profile on our system. Your answers are then cross referenced with the listings in our database and matched with a number of properties with the appropriate criteria. This new system will allow us to pre-qualify potential buyers and listings and increase our efficiency - as they say, "time is of the essence" in real estate.
Our new look Listings now offer a truly rich mix of information and multimedia content to showcase the properties. When browsing our listings, you'll now see a slideshow of each property in detail along with the capability of viewing land surveys, downloading feature sheets and in some cases, watch an online video walkthrough.
We have also expanded upon our Maps area to now include detailed Google Maps of the region. These can be used to view the geography as well as gain a true overview of waterways and road access points.
No News was not good News...so we have created our own News area. We are now committed to keeping you informed! Watch our home page for more News and event information through the seasons.
Aside from these, there are even more improvements and enhancements for you to experience - from a more streamlined interface and user experience to helpful Links to government agencies, companies and associations relevant to our area.
Thanks for visiting...we hope you like our new site! ...more

Not Sure Who To List With?????
Hire the knowledgeable, local, well equipped professionals serving The Land O' Lakes district. The snow has just receded enough to know there are lakes out there! If this is the year to sell the family waterfront cottage, waterfront home or water lot we are ready to go! Over the winter, the Company moved into position to be what we call ourselves “The Waterfront Company”...a specialty company whose focus is 100% waterfront. Our website was redesigned to meet the needs of waterfront Buyers and Sellers. It is user-friendly and has many expanded capabilities. Video imaging will permit the Buyer to see the landscape around the cottage or waterfront home, as well as a more intimate look at the interiors. Our video crew will commence as soon as the landscape greens up! The approach to selling something as unique as each waterfront takes a coordinated effort. Matthew and Alison will gladly meet with you at your property and share their 30 years of combined exposure to all the lakes in North, Central and South Frontenac; The Land O’ Lakes region and then provide a marketing strategy for your property. Listings commence in early April and continue through the season. For this reason, we urge you to make our site one of your “favorites”. Each week the site will change...new listings, solds, articles and much more. This new site was designed to be interactive with the public. If you are a Seller, your main concern is how your property will be seen by all potential Buyers. Most serious Buyers shop on MLS and the internet. Our website has been designed to reach consumers. If you list with our company you will have all of our attention and our very active Buyer-Customer base. We are part of MLS and advertise heavily..We connect with the Buyers. If you are a Buyer and would like our assistance, visit our website..the Contact Us section followed by the Property Profile. This area of the site permits you to tell us in detail what you are looking for. Fill in the form and submit it and within 48 hours an agent will call you to discuss your needs more specifically. Over the season our management system will select listings that may be of interest to you and forward them to you for review. You’re on your way to cottage country and maybe a year-round home on the lake. We look forward to meeting you! ...more

Let's talk Waterfront!
The 2007 season was very positive with waterfront sales remaining active. Waterfront lot prices ranged in value from approximately $100,000 to $200,000 for up to a 3 acre lot. Lots have not been abundant and as a result have sold very quickly once placed on the market. The traditional family cottage which used to sell for around $200,000 has increased in value over the last three years. Family cottages range in value from $250,000 to $350,000. Year round living in the Land O’Lakes area is most desirable. Year round waterfront homes are approximately priced at $250,000 to $600,000. Lake District Realty handled several large tracts of waterfront in 2007 with prices ranging up to $1,000,000. Waterfront development parcels are in demand.
We invite waterfront property owners who are considering selling to contact us for a private consultation. We would be pleased to discuss the potential value of your property for the 2008 selling season which begins in March. Take a look at our Just Sold section for an overview of sales.
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Thinking of Relocating?
Over the years many of the families who have enjoyed their cottages on the area lakes have decided to move here permanently. Beautiful Sharbot Lake and area have a full line grocery store, an expanding medical centre and a variety of retail and service industry businesses. These businesses contribute to the comfort of living in this picturesque rural area.
Families with children will find both elementary and secondary schools in Sharbot Lake. Service clubs in the area include Legion, Lions and Masons to mention a few should you wish to continue your membership in the area. There are also many local activity clubs to join from quilting to theatre and most things in between! Of course, there are the many lakes and trails for all number of outdoor activities.
Lake District Realty would be pleased to assist with any questions or information you may have regarding relocation to the Land O’Lakes area. ...more