Wahpeton IA Real EstateWahpeton is a quiet, residential community nestled on the western shore of West Lake Okoboji. With a population of less than 500, the town is the picture of idyllic small town living. Located in the Great Lakes region of Iowa, Wahpeton has a great deal to offer both visitors and year round residents. In addition to the lakes, Wahpeton features a delightful series of canals that connect the lakes from one shore to another, providing waterfront access to most residences in the town.Read More about Wahpeton IA Real Estate. Real Estate in Wahpeton IA
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The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker ReciprocitySM Program of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than ReMax Results are marked with the Broker ReciprocitySM logo or the Broker ReciprocitySM thumbnail logo (a little black house) and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers.Back Population and Demographics As of the 2000 census, Wahpeton?s population was 463 people with a median age of 45 and approximately 100 children under the age of 18. The median household income was $53,125. Economy Wahpeton is largely a residential community, with nearly all working residents commuting to work in other communities. The unemployment rate is well below the national average, and the median household income is well above the national average. Projections for the economy of Wahpeton are positive. Attractions in Wahpeton In 1911, a local hotel owner began dredging the swamp and marsh area on his land to create a system of canals to provide boating access between the lakes. His dream to create a Venice in the Midwest fell to financial considerations, but today, the Wahpeton canals are a lovely attraction in the area. The canals are carefully maintained and provide boating and fishing areas for residents and visitors. Wahpeton is also home to Gull Point State Park, Lakeside Laboratory, the Okoboji Yacht Club and several campgrounds and resorts. It offers easy access to hiking trails and boat access ramps, state conservation and wildlife management areas and fishing and game preserves. Buying in Wahpeton Wahpeton is one of the true gems of the Great Lakes area, surrounded by sparkling lakes, wooded shorelines and sandy beaches. The leisurely pace of life accents the perfect setting for raising a family or enjoying your well-earned retirement years. There?s a wide range of residential and vacation home opportunities available, starting well below the national average for lakefront properties. Explore your options for living on America?s lakefront with a beautiful home on West Lake Okoboji. |
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