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A Place at the Lake

The housing market in the area remains strong

BY RENEE ROBERSON

In recent years, more and more people have made the decision to embrace the Lake Norman area as their permanent home. Whether they choose to reside here due to job relocations, grandparents moving to be closer to their grandchildren or vice versa, or just the opportunity to dwell in a place you can play as much as work, the real estate market has seen a healthy boost.

Abigail Jennings, president of Lake Norman Realty, says the number one request from prospective clients is close proximity to good schools, followed by easy access to shopping, restaurants and entertainment.

“People love the seasons, the lake, proximity to Charlotte and the airports,” she adds.

The effect of staying at home

Jennings believes COVID-19 led many people to begin prioritizing more things they could do closer to home, starting with their current residences. This led to influx of interest in local real estate. Some of the common items on buyers’ wishlists include access to greenways, parks, boat clubs, places to attend outdoor concerts and events, etc.

“People want to know about craft beer venues and things like that,” she ways. In Davidson, people are also looking for walkability and where farmers markets are located.

Jennings says that currently, in the Lake Norman area, all price points are in demand, from the highest luxury price points to