Iowa
Also known by the name Lake Rathbun, Rathbun Lake real estate is considered a limited supply market for lake homes and lake lots in Iowa.
There are typically very few lake homes for sale on Rathbun Lake at any given time. The lake will usually have very few lake lots and land for sale.
This lake is one of Iowa's largest lakes and has a shoreline of 155 miles.
Encompassing over 11,000 acres in Appanoose County is the popular vacation destination, Rathbun Lake. It is considered the largest lake in the state of Iowa and has more than enough room with 155 miles of shoreline.
Rathbun Lake was created in the 1960s for drinking water supply, recreation, fish and wildlife habitat, flood damage reduction, downstream water quality improvement, and storage for supplementing navigational flows.
Boating, fishing, and sailing are some of the more popular sports enjoyed on Rathbun Lake. Other activities such as skiing, swimming, windsurfing, kayaking, and canoeing can be done on Rathbun Lake.
Rathbun Lake has many convenient locations for boaters, including a couple of marinas and several boat ramps.
The lake is a hot spot for fishing because it has the largest warm-water fish hatchery. The fishery produces channel catfish, walleye, saugeye, and largemouth bass. You can also find crappies in Rathbun Lake.
There are several parks along the shore of Rathbun Lake, including Honey Creek State Park, Buck Creek Park, Outlet Park, Island View Park, Rathbun State Wildlife Area, and Bridgeview Recreation Area. These make perfect places to get some exercise in the great outdoors.
Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a vacation rental, Rathbun Lake is an excellent choice.