Lakeshore Properties

A well-kept secret outside of the Midwest, the Iowa Great Lakes have been a summer destination for families going back as far as 1850. This blue-water playground offers a chain of five stunning glacier-carved lakes, extending from the Minnesota border southwest, covering close to 15,000 acres of water. The nostalgia and stunning natural scenic setting found in the Iowa Great Lakes draw in thousands of people year-round, so there's no wonder why Okoboji real estate, particularly the beautiful waterfront properties, has blossomed over the years. Whether you yearn for a summer getaway, a full-time escape, or a second home for the weekend, Okoboji lakefront homes are sure to enhance your lifestyle in a beautiful and energetic way. Okoboji lakefront real estate is ideal for those water-loving homebuyers dreaming of private dock access and unforgettable lake views.


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Real Estate Statistics

Average Price $1.3M
Lowest Price $0
Highest Price $11.9M
Total Listings 26
Avg. Price/SQFT $351

Property Types (active listings)

Lakefront Homes In The Iowa Great Lakes Region

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Lakefront Homes In The Great Lakes

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16216 And 1615 Ia-86, Spirit Lake

$11,900,000

16216 And 1615 Ia-86, Spirit Lake

8 Beds 15 Baths 24,876 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 220254

Eric Hoien Hoien Realty PRIM: 712-320-2790

16400 Bayside Drive, Spirit Lake

$2,295,000

16400 Bayside Drive, Spirit Lake

5 Beds 4 Baths 3,391 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 221380

Kirk Stauss Stauss Realty PRIM: 712-320-0123

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25490 182nd Street, Spirit Lake

$2,195,000

25490 182nd Street, Spirit Lake

5 Beds 6 Baths 4,508 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 230506

Michael Jensen Jensen Real Estate PRIM: 712-320-7245

2909 Alexander Street, Okoboji

$1,750,000

↓ $200,000

2909 Alexander Street, Okoboji

5 Beds 4 Baths 3,621 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 230108

Gretchen Lolis Hinn Real Estate PRIM: 201-838-4965

16530 255th Avenue, Spirit Lake

$1,550,000

16530 255th Avenue, Spirit Lake

3 Beds 4 Baths 2,922 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 230428

Peggy Bergh-Kuker Keller Williams Okoboji PRIM: 712-330-1569

45 Helen Avenue, Milford

$970,000

45 Helen Avenue, Milford

6 Beds 5 Baths 6,351 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 230468

Janie Eick RE/MAX Lakes Realty janie@sellboji.com

16390 255th Avenue, Spirit Lake

$950,000

16390 255th Avenue, Spirit Lake

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,540 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 230298

Char Cooklin EXIT Realty Midwest PRIM: (712) 336-3405

1711 Bridgeport Lane, Spirit Lake

$895,000

1711 Bridgeport Lane, Spirit Lake

5 Beds 4 Baths 4,098 SqFt Townhome For Sale MLS® # 230488

Brooke A Jones RE/MAX Lakes Realty brooke@sellboji.com

98 Helen Avenue, Milford

$879,000

98 Helen Avenue, Milford

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,979 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 230148

Keith Diekevers Hinn Real Estate PRIM: 712-320-5020

16578 255th Avenue, Spirit Lake

$859,000

↓ $40,000

16578 255th Avenue, Spirit Lake

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,328 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 230143

Aaron Jones RE/MAX Lakes Realty aaron@bojihomes.com

11140 240 Avenue, Spirit Lake

$849,900

11140 240 Avenue, Spirit Lake

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,544 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 230317

Michael Jensen Jensen Real Estate PRIM: 712-320-7245

25331 Mcclelland Drive, Spirit Lake

$799,900

↓ $49,100

25331 Mcclelland Drive, Spirit Lake

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,562 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 230007

DJ Naatjes Realty ONE Group Revolve PRIM: 712-336-0888

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Big Spirit Lake Real Estate

Nestled right below the Minnesotan-Iowa border, Big Spirit Lake belongs to Iowa's largest natural lake spanning 6 miles north/south and 4 miles east/west. Year-round residents find themselves living on the Northern end of the lake, while more seasonal homeowners dwell on the Southern shorelines. Big Spirit Lake real estate is the number one choice for those who wish to be immersed in a more rustic and natural setting. With less commercial development along the shorelines compared to the other lakes in the region, properties found here are typically remodeled fishing cottages dating back to the 30s, as well as more upscale larger lakefront homes. These lakefront homes always have flawless views of the sparkling water, accompanied with private dock access, perfect for your collection of boats, canoes, and jet skis.

West Okoboji Lake Real Estate

The bluest and deepest of the lakes, West Okoboji Lake offers residents more recreational activities and real estate developments out of all of the Great Lakes. As you explore properties in this area, you'll find that much of the real estate here is seasonal, offering cozy lake-front condo complexes, cottages with boat access, and some luxury lakefront real estate options. Residents living here year-round in West Okoboji real estate experience feasible access to the surrounding towns. Due to this being the region's most popular lake, the property values are typically higher when compared to other Iowa Great Lakes homes for sale.

East Okoboji Lake Real Estate

East Okoboji Lake meets West Okoboji Lake at Highway 71 viaduct joining Arnolds Park and Okoboji. It's the longest natural lake in Iowa and is the most developed out of the Iowa Great Lakes. Though it's not the most popular place to swim, residents benefit from having easy access to boat ramps, calmer waters, and more affordable lakefront real estate. The majority of East Okoboji lakefront homes for sale are new condominiums, manufactured homes, and contemporary single-family homes. You'll also find the odd mid-century modern home that's been renovated to meet today's design and living standards.

Minnewashta, Upper & Lower Gar Lake Real Estate

Located between Upper & Lower Gar Lake, Minnewashta Lake offers more real estate opportunities compared to its neighboring lakes. Minnewashta lakefront real estate has charming cottages with private dock access, new condos, and some breathtaking luxury lakeside estates that can accommodate more than one family at a time.

Upper Gar Lake is quieter with a smaller population. In terms of real estate, Upper Gar Lake waterfront homes for sale are quite similar to what you'll find around Minnewashta Lake, but you'll have a better chance to diversify your home by building on untouched lakefront acreage or lot. Upper Gar Lake real estate offers prefabricated homes with lakefront access; the perfect turnkey options for seasonal buyers.

Lower Gar Lake is the southernmost lake out of all of the Iowa Great Lakes chain and is best known for its shoreline fishing, made possible by the lakes shallow water. Interested home buyers will have plenty of lakefront options to choose from the latest development at Pelican Ridge. Prefabricated homes and new rancher-style lakefront properties with communal dock access are available here. Most of Lower Gar Lake is protected so there's not a lot of inventory to choose from for the time being.

Does living in Iowa's finest lakefront real estate appeal to you? If so, be sure to get in touch with our Okoboji area experts at Hoien Realty! Our team is dedicated to finding you the best lakefront real estate options!

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