Lake Wawasee Real Estate
Lake Wawasee is the largest natural lake entirely within Indiana - about 3,000 acres of all-sports water anchored between Syracuse and the Wawasee community. Looking for a real estate agent near Lake Wawasee in Kosciusko County, IN? You are in the right place.
Lake Wawasee at a glance
lake
Lake Wawasee
size
Approximately 3,006 acres
depth
Maximum depth about 81 feet, average about 22 feet
access
Public launches at Hatchery Road and CR 1000N, plus marinas
About Lake Wawasee
Lake Wawasee is the crown of Kosciusko County's lake country - approximately 3,006 acres with a maximum depth near 81 feet, making it the largest natural lake located entirely within Indiana. This is a true all-sports lake: big-water boating, sailing, skiing, fishing (bluegill, bass, northern pike, perch), and a restaurant you can reach by boat. The lake is ringed with established lakefront neighborhoods - grand old cottages alongside multi-million-dollar rebuilds - between Syracuse on the north shore and the Wawasee community to the east. Housing here is the county's top market: lakefront trades at genuine trophy prices by Indiana standards, driven by buyers from Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Chicago, and South Bend plus a meaningful seasonal and second-home segment.
The Lake Wawasee real estate market
Typical price range: $450,000 - $1,500,000+
Lake Wawasee is Indiana's premier inland lake market - the state's largest natural lake with waterfront that trades at true trophy prices.
Schools
Wawasee Community School Corporation serves the Lake Wawasee area, including Wawasee High School in Syracuse.
Commute
55 to 65 minutes to South Bend. 45 to 55 minutes to Fort Wayne. 25 to 30 minutes to Warsaw.
Amenities
Approximately 3,006 acres of all-sports water. Public boat launches. Marinas. Boating-accessible restaurant. Syracuse Lake connection via channel. Wawasee Yacht Club.
Why buyers choose Lake Wawasee
- Largest natural lake entirely within Indiana
- Premier Indiana inland-lake real estate market
- Big-water all-sports recreation and sailing
- Mix of full-time residents and seasonal buyers
Frequently asked questions about Lake Wawasee
What are home prices on Lake Wawasee?
Lake Wawasee waterfront typically ranges from $450,000 to well over $1.5 million depending on frontage, condition, and lot - the premier Indiana inland-lake market. Channel-front and lake-access homes without main-lake frontage trade at lower but still premium prices.
How big is Lake Wawasee?
Lake Wawasee is approximately 3,006 acres with a maximum depth of about 81 feet and an average depth around 22 feet - the largest natural lake located entirely within Indiana.
Is Lake Wawasee an all-sports lake?
Yes - Wawasee is one of Indiana's premier all-sports lakes, supporting big-water boating, sailing (the Wawasee Yacht Club), skiing, wakeboarding, and fishing for bass, northern pike, and panfish.
What towns are on Lake Wawasee?
Syracuse sits on the north shore where Wawasee connects to Syracuse Lake by channel; the Wawasee community and Turkey Creek Township cover the rest of the shoreline. Warsaw is about 25 to 30 minutes away.
Other neighborhoods in Kosciusko County, IN
Helpful guides for Lake Wawasee home buyers and sellers
Looking for a real estate agent near Lake Wawasee?
Whether you are searching for homes for sale near Lake Wawasee, relocating to Kosciusko County, IN, or ready to sell your property, text or call Worm for local guidance you can trust. Licensed in both Indiana and Michigan - one agent, both sides of the state line.