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The lakeside community of Lake Lorelei continues to grow 60 years after its founding
Centered around a manmade lake, Lake Lorelei offers a resort-style atmosphere and sporty lifestyles just an hour outside Cincinnati. “We have band ‘raft-ups’ on most weekends,” says Jennifer Fehr, a Realtor with Bastion Realtors who has lived in Lake Lorelei since 2018. “Bands visit people’s docks, and we all have fun together on a cove in the water. In our pavilion, we usually have a DJ and parties.” This community, developed in 1968, is all about outdoor activity. A lake of nearly 200 acres hosts fishing, pleasure boating and fireworks shows, while local clubs put together yearly social events and athletic competitions. "We have a lot of fishing, including fishing tournaments," Fehr says. "Even if you’re off the water - and there are plenty of people who live there - they can launch their boats in the lake." As new homes continue to be built, and a clubhouse is slated to open by 2026, Lake Lorelei’s tide continues to rise.
Boating and beach recreation along the lake
This community derives its name from its central lake, which was created in 1968 as the merger of three separate bodies of water. Its name derives from a prominent rock along Germany's River Rhine, and its streets, like Cologne, Dusseldorf and Dortmund Drives, recall the central role that German culture plays in southwestern Ohio. “Our streets are named after German places; we just had our first Oktoberfest this year,” Fehr says. Decades after its creation, this 197-acre lake is surrounded by 10 access points, dozens of cabanas and a pavilion open for lakefront parties. West Beach offers a stretch of lakeside recreational opportunities and will soon host the Lake Lorelei Club House, projected to open in the mid-2020s. Residents often launch their boats from their backyards or from the community’s marina and embark on waterborne adventures. A Fishing Committee and Activities Committee are just two of the many clubs that set up seasonal community events, including a summer kickoff party marked by pickleball, cornhole and tug-of-war competitions. In addition to these pre-arranged events, neighbors can set up impromptu volleyball, disc golf, mini-golf and basketball games at the community’s sports facilities.
Properties from the 1960s mix with 2010s builds
Founded in 1968, Lake Lorelei offers a mixture of homes built in the mid-20th century and properties finished as recently as the mid-2010s. Ranch-style homes built since 2000 tend to sell for between $350,000 and $450,000, while smaller houses built from the 1960s to 2000 have sold for between $185,000 and $350,000. Older properties with home sizes exceeding 2,200 square feet have attained sale prices between $600,000 and $725,000. Homes may sit along the waterfront and include backyard boat launches, or they may be located along heavily foliated residential lanes further inland. Quiet Lake Lorelei's CAP Index score of 1 indicates a negligible risk of crime.
Retail and restaurants are accessible within 20 minutes
Lake Lorelei’s isolated location both adds to its charm and puts the nearest grocery conveniences around a 10-minute journey away. This community’s Marina Store stocks residents with snacks, spirits, fishing equipment and propane tanks, but Fayetteville is where residents commute for shopping and dining. In addition to a Dollar General, Kiley’s Market serves as Fayetteville’s other grocery venue, offering essentials like cereal and bread within its small retail floor. Dining options include the vintage-themed Pike Street Bar & Grill, an outpost of the Skyline Chili diner chain and SheBrews Coffee, a small business offering breakfast blends and Amish-baked pastries. 20 minutes south of Lake Lorelei, Mount Orab is home to the nearest Kroger and a few more restaurants.
Students attend Fayetteville's school system
Students attend the Fayetteville-Perry Local School District, starting out at Fayetteville-Perry Elementary School, which Niche gives a C-plus rating. Fayetteville-Perry Middle School receives a B and Fayetteville-Perry High School a B-minus. The high school forges a strong student community through smaller than average class sizes, extracurriculars like student council and FFA and an extensive offering of “Rockets” sports programs.
Healthcare and daily conveniences are just around the corner
Lake Lorelei’s location in rural Brown County puts residents nearly an hour’s drive away from Cincinnati, but most conveniences are local. Shopping is just 10-20 minutes way in either Fayetteville or Mount Orab, while Mount Orab puts the Mercy Health medical center less than 25 minutes around the corner from home.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lake Lorelei
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake Lorelei, Fayetteville sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lake Lorelei, Fayetteville over the last 12 months is $343,232, up 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Experience lakefront living with this beautifully renovated A-frame home, offering 211 feet of waterfront on nearly an acre. With over 2,400 sq. ft. of living space, this home has been thoughtfully updated with a new roof, windows, AC, flooring, kitchen, lighting, insulation, siding, driveway, decking, and more. The Living Room showcases stunning lake views and opens to a spacious deck
Live the dream at Lake Lorelei! Great community for fishing, boating, or enjoying the beach. Property close to public access to lake. 3 lots being sold together. Come build your dream home and enjoy all the lake has to offer!
Cozy 3-bedroom, 1 updated bath ranch on just over an acre at Lake Lorelei. Includes 2-car detached garage with a new roof in May 2024, shed, and aboveground pool. Minutes from lake dock and store. Ideal for lake living!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,631
Median Age
47
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,750
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,211
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.4%
College Graduates
12%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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