Have you ever dreamed of living on a lake, but couldn’t envision how to make everything else in life work if you were living in a more remote location. There are all of the kid’s activities, the thought of a long and difficult commute to work each day, medical considerations, or any of the other obstacles that life brings our way. Added to these is the frustration that comes with spending most weekends locked in traffic on busy highways behind pickup trucks hauling boats, and campers. Well, fret not, because in today’s real estate market, some developers are bringing the “lakes” to you. If you desire to live on a lake, it may be as simple as having one built for you.
As one of the newer trends in real estate man made lakes are currently being built in cities all across the nation. They offer many of the benefits that people are seeking in lakeshore property and many times at a more affordable price. As these custom developments grow in popularity, they are springing up in cities and towns across North Dakota and Minnesota, areas that are sometimes better known for natural lakes and woodlands. If your search for the “right” lakeshore property has not yielded the results you were looking for you might want to consider a man made lake being built in your community.
One such development is Horizon Shores in Moorhead, MN; this amazing neighborhood contains 35 acres of scenic water-front living, featuring natural vegetation, and fishing piers on a long linear lake, and is more cost effective than your traditional lake property. It will allow the community, and its residents, to participate in lake activities such as fishing, canoeing, cross-country skiing, and ice skating. This custom built lake community also features scenic parks, two miles of bike paths, and trails that encompass the entire lake creating a public lakeshore that benefits both the neighborhood and community at large. All of this awaits you while not having to sacrifice being close to city amenities like work, schools, church, golf, hospitals, and shopping. You can still have it all, and feel like you are living at the lake.
Trophy Lakes Estates, a development that caters to water sports enthusiasts, is offering private 
residential lake lots in Glenwood, Pine Island, Center City and New Germany Minnesota. Like other developments they offer common areas that include walking paths, tennis courts, basketball and sand volleyball but they have taken management of the lake to another level. The Glenwood campus is located on 66 acres and includes 2 connecting lakes totaling 18.5 acres. The east portion of the lake covers 6 acres and is designated a “no wake” zone. It is designed for swimming, fishing, paddle boating and other non power boating activities. The western portion of the lake has been designed for waterskiing, wakeboarding and tubing using the latest technology in private lake construction. It also includes a slalom course and jump that is capable of hosting record capable tournaments. Usage of the lake is covered by a detailed covenant and administered by the homeowners association, thereby insuring enjoyment for all.
There are also numerous manufactured lakes being built in neighborhoods all across Fargo, North Dakota, allowing the community to dive into a big splash of fun! These custom-built lake locations offer a variety of natural and rural settings, spectacular views, and an abundance of parks, which are making the region increasingly attractive to families. Furthermore, West Fargo, North Dakota builders are also getting in the game by incorporating a “lakes” dream for apartment dwellers, by grouping their building around expansive fabricated lake views.
It is also important to note another function besides their innovative design elements, and that is manufactured lakes provide water retention, and can replace some of the typical storm water facilities. This can have an added impact, and provide value to a community.
Lakeshore living is no longer restricted to natural lakes and in some cases a man made lake may be the preferred option. Therefore, in your search for the perfect property you may want to consider one of the growing number of developments that include a man made lake. It may prove to be an experience you will love to come home to everyday. 
