Living near the lake needn’t all your money take. Many Americans dream of easy access to water sports, soothing sounds of gentle waves lapping against the shoreline, lake views out of front windows … ...

See more original studies and surveys in the GOBankingRates original research center. Photo disclaimer: Photos are for illustrative purposes only. In many cases, the closest major city outside of the ...

Lake homes are extremely sought after because of their laid-back atmosphere, beautiful views and endless fun. However, the cost might deter the average buyer from living their dream in a lake home.

Using an existing in-house study from September 2025 outlining the nation’s most affordable lake towns, GOBankingRates isolated the top 20 Southern towns. For each town, the monthly cost of living, ...