Monkey Island on Grand Lake has always been a hot spot for second home buyers wanting a waterfront retreat.  The area has gained even new popularity recently with the new Shangri La Country Club & Golf Courses. As you drive onto Monkey Island you will notice 6 miles of lawn mowed and manicured highway right of way to the end of the island. Gated communities as well as private subdivisions without dues are both popular on Monkey Island. There are many nice choices of weekend waterfront homes to select from with prices startings at about $60,000 and going up to well over a million dollars there is something for every budget on Monkey Island.

You too, could be enjoying fulltime living on Monkey Island or a weekend retreat on Monkey Island. I will highlite 3 homes on Monkey Island you might enjoy.

The first is a near new home in a quiet subdivison without any dues, The Lee Estates. This 1800 square foot m/l home is a “chalet” style built with quality in mind every step of the way including 6″ walls fully insulated, concrete siding, trex type front and back decks, iron railings inside and outside home, wood ceilings, upscale appliances, solid surface countertops, 2 living areas, Pella windows and doors, and lawn sprinkler system.  3 bedroom, 2 bath. You will enjoy the boat slip and sea-doo pads. This home is priced very nice at $300,000. Grand Lake MLS 12-1115 is the one to ask for.

The second home today is a Mainstay gated community townhome. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has a near new large deck overlooking the water, your own 30′ boat slip in the community slips is just outside your door. You will enjoy the community pool, tennis court, on site caretaker, and beautiful landscaping. Reasonable cost dues take care of most cost to own and gives you true lock and leave without worry ownership. This is a great way to have a second home on Grand Lake. Grand Lake MLS #12-929 is the one to ask for here and is listed to sell at only $269,900.

The third option today is a real low cost of ownership with big ocean like views condo on Monkey Island. The Port Duncan Estates condo is listed at only $89,995. This condo has a massive stone fireplace to enjoy in the winter, great ocean like views, and a huge master bedroom with deck and again view.  A marina for your boat is only a couple of blocks away. Ask for Grand Lake MLS list #12-156.

The Grand Lake Team of Aaron Hughes and Joe Neill at RE/MAX Grand Lake

 are the team to call when thinking Grand Lake real estate. We know the area, will give you honest and frank information on properties, and help you find your special property. Call Aaron at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net or Joe  at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net