How did a Lake Oconee townhome sell from New Orleans?
Over dinner. On a business trip, I mentioned my Phoenix Cove listing with its own assigned boat slip to a friend who’d always dreamed of owning at Lake Oconee, and I came home with a contract.
Some homes sell because of a perfect ad. Some sell because of a perfect price. And every once in a while, a home sells because of a perfect conversation over dinner, 500 miles from the lake.
This is the story of 503 Old Phoenix Road #104 in Phoenix Cove at Lake Oconee: the situation, the strategy, and the result.
#1: The Situation
503 Old Phoenix Road #104 is a sweet two-story townhome on the Eatonton side of Lake Oconee, and it had one feature lake buyers love: an assigned boat slip just steps from the back porch.
- 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with the primary suite on the main level
- An updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances
- A flex space upstairs set up with bunks, with lake views
- A covered back porch, a level lot, and that boat slip
At $399,000, it was an easy-living, lock-and-leave way to own a piece of Lake Oconee, perfect for weekends, a second home, or a first step onto the lake. It just needed the right buyer to hear about it.
#2: The Strategy
Know your listings inside and out
Every listing I take, I know cold: the features, the lifestyle, and exactly who it’s perfect for. That way, when the right buyer appears, I’m ready, wherever I am.
Never stop networking, even out of town
I was in New Orleans on a business trip and made time for dinner with a dear friend who has always dreamed of owning her own place at Lake Oconee. As we talked, I mentioned my sweet little townhome with an assigned boat slip.
That one conversation changed everything.
Go the extra mile, or 500
Selling real estate isn’t only about the MLS and online marketing. It’s about relationships, and about showing up for people. I love to go out of my way for my clients, but driving 500 miles straight through the Louisiana bayous to bring home a contract was a first!
#3: The Result
I came home from New Orleans with a contract on my listing, and 503 Old Phoenix Road #104 is SOLD. 🎉
A huge congratulations to Chad & Kristen on their new place at Lake Oconee. A dream that started over dinner is now a front porch, a boat slip, and a lifetime of lake weekends. 🌊
What This Means for Sellers
Your agent’s reach doesn’t stop at the county line. The right buyer for your home might be across the state, or across the country. When you list with an agent who:
- Knows your home inside and out
- Talks about it everywhere they go
- Has a network that reaches far beyond Lake Country
…your home gets in front of buyers that a sign in the yard never could.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Lake Oconee home sell to an out-of-state buyer?
Absolutely. Lake Oconee draws buyers from all over, including second-home buyers from out of state. An agent with a wide network can connect your home with those buyers wherever they are.
What is an assigned boat slip?
An assigned boat slip is a designated spot at a shared community dock reserved for a specific home. It’s a big draw for townhome and condo buyers who want lake access without maintaining a private dock. Buyers should review the community’s documents for details.
How do I sell my Lake Oconee home?
Start with an agent who knows the lake, prices correctly, markets widely, and uses a strong personal network. Call or text Traci Nelson at 706-818-4168 to talk through your home.
Thinking About Selling at Lake Oconee?
Whether your buyer is down the road or 500 miles away, I’ll go the extra mile to find them, sometimes literally.
Call or text Traci Nelson at 706-818-4168.
Traci Nelson, REALTOR® | Ansley Christie’s International Real Estate | Serving Georgia’s Lake Country
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