As of 10/2/09  40 condo's and single family residences have sold in the beach area.

(Long Beach, Duneland Beach, Shoreland Hills, Sheridan Beach, Michiana)  The

prices ranged from $120,000 - $1,000,000.  The total sales volume was $16,000,000.

The average sales price was $408,000.  There are 210 active listings in the beach

market.  There are 13 properties either pending or with contingent offers.

It is a buyers market - which creates a wonderful opportunity for the

savvy buyer to purchase in a vibrant Lakefront community.

Living in the beach area (Long Beach, Duneland Beach, Shoreland Hills. Sheridan Beach)

along the shores of Lake Michigan one comes to appreciate the natural beauty and

all the fun of the summer season.  I love the summer!  This morning as I was walking along the

beach, while the waves gently touched the shore, in the warm summer sun, I watched as

two men in a boat pulled the buoys out of the water. The realization that summer is quickly winding

down came upon me.

I look back with fond memories of another summer season in Long Beach.  The 4th of July

parade and the fireworks.  Smores and cook-outs on the beach.   Golf parties at the country

club.  Friends and family relaxing and enjoying days at the beach.   Haning out with friends

at Tree House, Duneland Beach Inn. Lake Shore Art Festival, boat show, tri-state regatta, etc.

I enjoyed running into some clients over the Labor-Day week-end.  One of the pleasures

of being a Realtor in this area is that you can see the joy in your clients faces that they are

here in Long Beach.  Whether they are looking for the "cottage' or land to build quite the

cottage.  You can see that they are genuinely happy to be here.

One of the traditions in Long Beach is everyone walks downto their stop to watch the sunset.

We have beautiful sunsets here.  This time of year, it is right across the lake over Chicago.

My neighbor, and a good friend, has her Halloween decor up.  The stores have their

Christmas displays started.  I am still going to treasure the warm sun on days like today,

the brilliant sunsets over Lake Michigan, and the gentle summer wind.

Delightful 2 br, 2 ba cottage $835,000 on picturesque Lake Shore Dr. Expansive lake views from living

room.  Nice floor plan(1,724 sq. ft.), front patio situated raised above the drive. House situated on 2 lots (80x150)

Private access thru drive in back/plenty parking.  Enjoy a beautiful beach, great sunsets, with

a central Long Beach, IN location.  Agent has interest in property.

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