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 $1.5M
Lowest Price $0
Highest Price $5.2M
Total Listings 73
Avg. Price/SQFT $583

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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3711 Fairfield Street, Okoboji

$5,248,000

↓ $242,000

3711 Fairfield Street, Okoboji

8 Beds 7 Baths 5,803 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 240591

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

3907 Lakeshore Drive, Okoboji

$4,495,000

3907 Lakeshore Drive, Okoboji

5 Beds 4 Baths 4,648 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 241056

Amy Maris Okoboji Realty PRIM: (712) 330-2890

5109 Lakeshore Drive, Okoboji

$4,487,000

5109 Lakeshore Drive, Okoboji

6 Beds 4 Baths 4,440 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 240832

Kirk Stauss Stauss Realty PRIM: 712-320-0123

135 Lakeshore Drive, Arnolds Park

$3,595,000

135 Lakeshore Drive, Arnolds Park

5 Beds 5 Baths 3,886 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 240627

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

1916 Funnel Street, Okoboji

$3,295,000

1916 Funnel Street, Okoboji

5 Beds 5 Baths 3,541 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 241148

Amy Maris Okoboji Realty PRIM: (712) 330-2890

2412 Okoboji Boulevard, West Okoboji

$3,200,000

↓ $200,000

2412 Okoboji Boulevard, West Okoboji

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,508 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 240657

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

2109 Browns Bay Avenue, West Okoboji

$3,100,000

2109 Browns Bay Avenue, West Okoboji

5 Beds 4 Baths 4,320 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 240979

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

160 Pillsbury Pt, Arnolds Park

$3,000,000

160 Pillsbury Pt, Arnolds Park

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,178 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 241132

Scott Hunter Hunter Real Estate

333 Hwy 71 N 2f, Arnolds Park

$2,995,000

333 Hwy 71 N 2f, Arnolds Park

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,668 SqFt Condominium For Sale MLS® # 231105

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

15223 215th Avenue, Spirit Lake

$2,990,000

↓ $260,000

15223 215th Avenue, Spirit Lake

8 Beds 6 Baths 5,691 SqFt House For Sale MLS® # 240494

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

16400 Bayside Drive B, Spirit Lake

$2,950,000

16400 Bayside Drive B, Spirit Lake

5 Beds 6 Baths 5,100 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 240842

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

333 Hwy 71 N 1f, Arnolds Park

$2,695,000

333 Hwy 71 N 1f, Arnolds Park

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,668 SqFt Condominium For Sale MLS® # 231104

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

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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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