We exist to care for our clients

In today's every changing market, you want the assurance in knowing someone has your best interest at heart, the guarantee of guidance through the buying and selling process.  Leah Smith, owner/broker at North Georgia Lakeside Realty is an experienced, reliable broker with expertise in buying/selling waterfront land in the Blue Ridge Mountains, surrounding areas, & on Lake Lanier.  Leah believes the first step in helping buyers and sellers is to understand their wants, needs, and goals.  

Ms. Smith started North Georgia Lakeside Realty to provide her clients with the personalized, in touch service that is often lost when working with the big box real estate companies. She lives, works, plays, and believes in the area she services. She will guide you through the process, provide professional advice based on your needs, analyze current market trends, negotiate contract terms, and monitor all details with open communication.

Broker and owner of North Georgia Lakeside Realty, Leah Smith has been in the real estate industry since 2002. Starting out as a Title Examiner and an assistant to a closing attorney, she became dedicated to the industry. Working in many facets of the industry including as manager for an investment company from 2005-2010, as a licensed sales agent since 2006, and a licensed Broker since 2013, Leah Smith has years of experience & a great knowledge of the industry to put to work for those looking to purchase or sell their land or home.

When she is not assisting clients, Leah can be found caring for her children, volunteering at her church, hiking sections of the beautiful Appalachian trail, or relaxing with the family along nearby winding rivers.

Leah's experience is all encompassing - from adding an investment to your portfolio, to selecting the perfect lot to build your dream home, she will put your interests first.

Taking care of our clients is our top priority

Testimonials from our clients tell it all…

Knowledgeable, Kind, Efficient

-karen, 2020

“I would recommend Leah 1,000% I connected with her for a move from TN to GA, in the early days of the pandemic. She was so knowledgeable and kind and efficient. We were able to find our forever home in one weekend because of her diligence and pre-planning! She continually went well ABOVE AND BEYOND during the process to handle items for me which I'm certain are not part of her typical duties. This kept me from needing to travel back and forth from TN when traveling was difficult. Her suggestions and guidance made the process an immensely positive one and I would recommend her without any hesitation!!! She is the best!!”

Thorough and Honest

-Christen, 2020

“Leah was incredible to work with during my first home-buying experience! She was very knowledgeable about the area and really took the time to understand my needs for a home. As I was a first time home-buyer, I had a multitude of questions that Leah was quick to thoroughly and honestly answer, giving me peace of mind from the initial offer to the closing table. She went over the entire home inspection & appraisal with me and explained everything in great detail. She was very diligent in her responses to the seller’s agent and would go out of her way to help any way she could. Leah could tell that my heart was set on this home and never stopped working on making this dream come true for me. Even the loan officers and closing attorneys I worked with had nothing but wonderful things to say about her! She was absolutely amazing and I would definitely recommend her to anyone needing a phenomenal realtor!”

Always Available

-dr. allison, 2020

“Leah Smith has sold two homes for me. Both properties were uniquely challenging due to their locations. She was very professional in dealing with some extremely difficult issues. Leah was always available to me and provided me with answers to all of my questions quickly. My wife and I always felt that she "had our backs". I would recommend Leah to anyone who wants to feel "connected" to their agent.”

Accommodating

-Mandy, 2019

“Leah was a great agent for our recent move. She was always accommodating, answered questions quickly, and was very helpful with knowledge of the local area. I highly recommend Leah if you are buying or selling in the north GA area.”