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10 Best Places to Buy a Lake House in the U.S. Right Now, According to Real Estate Experts

For many, lake houses are synonymous with summertime nostalgia. Barbeques, refreshing dips in the chilly water, gorgeous sunsets, boat rides, and fireflies: If you’ve spent any time by a lake in the warmer months, you’re likely well-acquainted with this particular brand of vacation magic. You may even be looking to recreate it for yourself by purchasing your own lake house. If that’s the case, but you’re not exactly sure which lake you want to call your home (or your second home) just yet, we can help. 

There are quite literally thousands of lakes with real estate opportunities in the U.S., so we spoke with a few experts to narrow down the selection. Below, they’re sharing their picks for the best places to buy a lake house this year.

The Best Beaches in the US, According to the Readers’ Choice Awards

Though Lake Havasu was only formed about a century ago, this sprawling reservoir has gained abundant acclaim for its outdoor adventure opportunities, drawing visitors from both Arizona and California. In addition to boating, stand-up paddleboarding, and kayaking, fishing is a particularly popular activity, thanks to the lake’s high concentration of both largemouth and smallmouth bass.

USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Awards 2025

Lake Havasu waterfront named a top USA TODAY Reader's Choice destination

No. 10: Best Lake

Arizona is home to massive spans of bone-dry desert, but that doesn’t mean it’s totally devoid of water features. A prime example: the sprawling Lake Havasu, a massive reservoir located on the California border. Developed in the 1930s, the lake is a popular destination for bass fishing, and even played host to a large population of introduced white sturgeon in the 1960s.

Here’s the next hot spot for second home buyers in Arizona

With median home prices hovering around $517,000 in Lake Havasu City, a Los Angeles developer is about to boost that amount with the listing of a $6.7 million luxury home he built in the city perched on the eastern shore of Lake Havasu along the Colorado River border of California and Arizona.

Homes continuing to be built, sold for up to $7M at Riviera Lake Havasu

Elevating luxury living in Lake Havasu City: Step inside Tricia and Scott Ward’s architecturally stunning oasis, where airy design meets breathtaking views. Designed by C.P. Drewett and styled by Mara Green, this home is not just a residence; it’s a reflection of the vibrant Wards and a turning point for architecture in this lakeside community. Dive into the lap of luxury, where every corner is a celebration of modern design and the picturesque backdrop of the Mojave Desert.

Luxury Living in Lake Havasu: Architectural Marvel by C.P. Drewett with Interiors by Mara Green

Elevating luxury living in Lake Havasu City: Step inside Tricia and Scott Ward’s architecturally stunning oasis, where airy design meets breathtaking views. Designed by C.P. Drewett and styled by Mara Green, this home is not just a residence; it’s a reflection of the vibrant Wards and a turning point for architecture in this lakeside community. Dive into the lap of luxury, where every corner is a celebration of modern design and the picturesque backdrop of the Mojave Desert.

Neighborhoods Taking Shape At Riviera

Home construction activity is ramping up at Riviera! As the new Havasu Riviera Marina gets closer to opening, progress continues on the Riviera community. The entry station, monumentation, landscaping and other finishing touches are underway on the first phase of the community. At the same time developers continue to make progress on the next two […]

Update On Havasu Riviera Development

https://www.havasunews.com/news/update-on-havasu-riviera-development/article_d62579dc-5d67-11ec-bbb0-93b5ae6010ad.html Construction progress continues every day and the Havasu Riviera Marina is looking forward to an opening in the spring of 2022! As docks and wave attenuators arrive and are being installed in the water the marina is starting to take shape. The project is pushing hard to open the launch ramp to the public […]

Havasu Riviera Marina Will Open This Spring

https://www.havasunews.com/news/update-on-havasu-riviera-development/article_d62579dc-5d67-11ec-bbb0-93b5ae6010ad.html The initial phase of the Havasu Riviera Marina is scheduled to open in the spring of 2022! The Havasu Riviera Marina is a concession lease through Arizona State Parks that is currently being developed along the shores of Lake Havasu. Check out the latest updates on this new state of the art Marina currently […]

Environmental Learning Center Comes Into Focus

The Lake Havasu Environmental Learning Center is being planned on the City’s portion of the greater Havasu Riviera project. This world-class project would focus on sustainability and water resources in the desert southwest. Pillar 4, one of five pillars identified as part of Vision 2020, is responsible for overseeing the planning of the Environmental Learning […]

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