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Hundreds of Properties Exceptional Properties
Charlotte’s Premiere listings...pg 19
Geographic Properties pg 42
Due to a job change, my husband and I found ourselves having to move out of state and in need of renting our home quickly. Debbie McLamb, at Henderson Properties, guided us through the process and helped to make the transition smooth and easy- bringing in new renters within 30 days. She is a pleasure to work with and has a great knowledge of the industry and what is best for your property. -Natalie Epperly
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Exceptional French Country estate with custom craftsmanship that evokes old-world artisanship and charm! Features include: master on main, huge basement with media, exercise and rec room, slate roof, walnut floors in most of home, custom cabinetry and woodwork throughout including coffered, dome and groin ceilings, the best appliances including AGA range,built-in Thermador coffee maker and Sub-Zero refrigerator, exquisite custom paint and stenciling throughout, spectacular owner’s suite with heated floors in master bath, elevator, salt water pool, beautiful covered patio for outdoor living and enjoying the exceptional wooded views. You have to see this home in person to appreciate the detail & wonderful living spaces. Great Weddington location and schools! $2,600,000
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$699,900 Ballantyne Country Club Luxury & Casual elegance with all the bells and whistles! mls #2202180
$435,000 The Palisades Unfinished Basement! Beautiful large master suite!! mls #2202957
$289,900 Brandonwood Beautiful brick 2-story! Impeccable! mls #2148121
$369,900 Springs Village Ln Former model with elevator! A must see!! mls #2205491
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Properties for sale listed by geopgraphic area.
EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTIES.......19 SOUTH MECKLENBURG.......42 Ballantyne, Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville, SouthPark, Steele Creek
NORTH MECKLENBURG ..........56 Huntersville, Mountain Island Lake, University Area
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10 Tips For Keeping Your House Warm
Wilmore, Wesley Heights, Biddleville, Cotswold, Dilworth, Eastover, Elizabeth, NODA, Plaza/Midwood, Myers Park
14 Sun-Friendly Skylights
LAKE NORMAN ..................74
19 Exceptional Properties
Cornelius, Davidson, Denver, Mooresville, Troutman, Statesville
26 Step Lively- Stunning Staircases
CABARRUS ...................82
New Listings 30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rates 32 Q&A about the Charlotte Market
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Hemby Bridge, Indian Trail, Marvin, Monroe, Stallings, Waxhaw, Weddington, Wesley Chapel
36 Urban Gardens 40 Carriage House Garage Doors
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The KEY INGREDIENT to Buying and Selling Real Estate Justin Kennelly
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980.225.6363 JustinK@LakeNormanRealty.com www.JustinK.LakeNormanRealty.com
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HUNTERSVILLE Monteith Park $215,000 Wonderful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom corner lot home with loads of charm & upgrades! Features hardwood floors down, gas fireplace, crown molding and tile in kitchen, bath & laundry. Enjoy double covered front porches with ceiling fans, covered back porch, enlarged patio, fenced yard & garage with overhead storage. Monteith Park offers wonderful amenities including club house, playground, walking trails and pool with slide. MLS# 2188674
$199,900 3 BR/2 BA DENVER MOVE IN READY, Charming, well cared for cape cod on wooded lot! Cornelius Office Backs up to Westport golf course. 20117 West Catawba Ave MLS# 2127695 Cornelius, NC 28031 6 | YourAtHomeNow.com
$320,000 4 BR/2.5 BA HUNTERSVILLE Lovely home in great location! Enjoy the backyard deck with woodland views. New roof 2013. MLS# 2187774
$750,000 5 BR/ 5 full 2 half BA CORNELIUS Potential galore! sandy beach, gazebo, new HVAC, hardwoods and decking new 2012! MLS# 2165248
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THE SANCTUARY The Sanctuary. Luxury custom built estate home situated on 5 acre wooded lot. 17 acre Waterfront Amenity Center. MLS# 2095299 | $1,449,000
THE SANCTUARY Expansive 9.5 acre waterfront lot on Lake Wylie with main channel view MLS# 2195117 | $1,195,000
BISHOPS RIDGE Main level living with open plan! MLS# 2189304 | 238,500
WILKINSON BLVD. Commercial Property near CLT airport MLS# 2202156 | $1,200,000
FIRST WARD Metro style condo w/ 2 car garage MLS# 2131371 | $269,500
ARDREY WOODS Ranch, Kitchen w/ Granite. Fenced Yard! MLS# 2180962 | $295,000
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Tips For Keeping Your House
Warm Without Burning A Hole In Your Pocket
The winter months mean celebrating the holidays, reconnecting with family and friends and planning your resolutions for the New Year. They can also mean a sharp increase to your monthly heating bill in order to stay warm and comfortable. If you’re interested in controlling your energy expenses while maintaining comfort, the tips below will help you make sure more of your money is put towards presents than power.
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* Close the doors to rooms that are not in use. Most of us remember to turn off the lights in a room we’re not using but we rarely shut the door. And we end up wasting energy because of it. Don’t waste heat on rooms that aren’t in use. Instead, close those doors and allow the heat to circulate within a smaller area. Your furnace will have an easier time maintaining the temperature and you’ll notice the benefit on your energy bill. * Invest in a heat pump. Some rooms are simply too important to keep the door closed all of the time. If it’s a child’s play area or your office, then chances are you’re looking for a way to add a little more heat. Investing in a duct-free heat pump system is the perfect solution. * Check for cracks and gaps around windows and doors. Today’s homes are more airtight than ever before but there is still the potential for cold air to enter your home via your doors and windows. Inspect each of these openings and seal or insulate any gaps you find to prevent the loss of warm air. You should also check for cracks and gaps around the door to the attic and at any locations where outside pipes or cords enter your home. * Cover your windows. Small cracks or gaps in your windows can create drafts and cold air hits your windows and leaves them cold to the touch, transferring those frigid temperatures inside. Prevent that cold from coming into your home by sealing your windows. This simple procedure takes only minutes and will have a dramatic effect on your heating bill. And don’t forget that heavy weight curtains can also help keep drafts out. * Check your insulation. Many homes, especially older homes, are vulnerable to cold temperatures because they lack sufficient insulation. Insulation is commonly found in the attic but it also exists in any outer wall. If you are concerned your home may be poorly insulated, you can check the insulation levels yourself or you can hire a qualified home energy auditor who will check your insulation as part of his overall energy assessment.
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Spring-Prep Steps For Your Sun-Friendly
SKYLIGHTS
When spring finally arrives, windows and skylights across the country will open, as happy homeowners revel in all that sunshine and warm, fresh air. But before you can savor spring, you still have weeks of winter to get through. You can use that time wisely to ensure all your home’s windows, skylights and doors are in good working order - and ready for action when spring arrives. With some simple maintenance of existing windows and skylights - and replacing older models - it’s possible to
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improve your home’s energy efficiency and appearance, and prep for spring at the same time. While you may be versed in window maintenance, many homeowners are less sure of how to properly care for skylights. Modern skylights are as durable and efficient as today’s top-quality windows, so maintenance requirements are relatively minimal on newer models. Start by cleaning glass thoroughly. Soak the skylight glass with clean water and mild soap to loosen dirt and debris. Use a mild, non-abrasive glass cleaner and a soft brush or pad to clean
the glass, and immediately remove the cleaning solution with a squeegee or lintfree cloth. Never use metal scrapers, blades or knives as they can scratch or damage glass. Use appropriate caution when climbing ladders to reach your skylight. If your skylights have pre-finished wood frames, inspect them every year before spring and look for signs of peeling, cracking or fading that will need to be re-finished. Re-finish or re-paint as needed following the manufacturer’s guidelines. Check to ensure all exterior fasteners
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are secure, and that cladding and flashing are free of excessive wear or scratches. Immediately replace damaged claddings and flashings. For fresh air (venting) skylights, check the mechanism that opens the sash. Open skylights (and then turn off the power if your skylight is electric) and use a clean, dry towel to wipe off the chain. Don’t use cleaner or solvent. While maintaining a skylight can extend its useful life, even the best-made product will eventually need replacement.
If your home has an older model skylight, replacing it before spring with an ENERGY STAR-qualified model can help improve your home’s overall energy efficiency, prevent leaks and enhance how the skylight looks and functions in your home. And if it happens that you’re having roof replacement work done, dealing with skylights at the same time can save you money. Installation can often be done in a day and a range of product features ensure you’ll find the energy-efficient skylight and stylish blind that works best with your home. From
the latest Clean, Quiet & Safe glass that stays clean longer while reducing outside noise, to SUN TUNNEL tubular skylights that can bring sunshine into lower-level rooms, homeowners have many options for bringing natural light and fresh air into their homes. By adding skylights, taking care of existing units, or replacing older models with ENERGY STAR-qualified solar powered fresh air units, you can help ensure your skylights are ready to let natural light and fresh air in when spring finally arrives.
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Four Steps To A More Beautiful Bathroom
Beautiful Bathroom
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Linda and Stokes Ritchie Let’s Get to Work !! The bathroom is one of the most frequented areas in your home, making your choice of bathroom decor pretty important. Don’t forget about this key area when considering your next home improvement project. With a few tips, you can take your bathroom from so-so to spectacular in no time at all. REJUVENATE WITH PAINT The quickest way to beautify your bathroom - or any area in your home - is with a fresh coat of paint. Color has a huge influence on the mood of your space, and you can instantly brighten, calm or energize your space with a few strokes of a paint brush. Dutch Boy offers hundreds of hues to help you create the perfect atmosphere, whatever your style and space. Give your washroom a tranquil look with a subdued color like Faded Mint, rejuvenate the walls with a bright Borealis Blue, or freshen up with a neutral
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Rudimentary Beige -for a crisp, clean look. And with Arm & Hammer Odor Eliminating Technology, Dutch Boy’s Refresh paint is perfect for keeping your bathroom looking and smelling great. Don’t stop at the walls, either. Use Refresh to bring new life to cabinets and vanities, and don’t forget to touch up the trim and molding.
The New Direction in Real Estate Randy Lindsay
Coldwell Banker United STORAGE ORGANIZATION Storing all of your toiletries, accessories and styling tools can be a challenge, but finding ways to avoid clutter is important when decorating a small room. Organization is key to a great-looking bathroom, so incorporate storage options that can add style while saving space. Rather than a traditional towel bar, try staggered wall hooks or a standing coat rack. Keep items like extra hand towels, toilet paper and cleaning supplies easily available in woven wicker baskets, and arrange counter toiletries in unused serving trays beneath the vanity or on floating shelves. Pieces of furniture found in other rooms in your home are also great for maximizing bathroom storage: end tables, shelves and dressers can be the perfect solutions to a small space.
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decoratingtrendz FUNCTIONAL FASHION Just because your bathroom is small doesn’t mean you need to
sacrifice fashion for function. You can instantly bring style to the
space by hanging an embroidered or textured fabric shower curtain in front of a neutral or clear shower liner. Coordinating absorbent
floor mats next to the bathtub and sink will prevent water damage
while bringing flair to the room. And you’ll use one nearly every time you are in the room, so invest in plush towels in a variety
of colors and sizes for a luxurious, coordinated look. Finally, add
stylish accessories such as soap dispensers, toothbrush holders and tissue box covers to give your room a sophisticated look without taking up precious counter space. MAKING SCENTS Once you’ve given the room a new look, appeal to the
other senses and give your space a fresh, clean atmosphere.
Bathrooms aren’t always associated with the most agreeable odors, so an especially aromatic room will be a pleasant surprise for visitors. Whether fresh linen, clean lemon,
or soothing lavender, a scent will instantly influence the
atmosphere of your bathroom. And with nearly limitless options including scented candles, plug-in fresheners,
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Exceptional Properties $1,049,900 Privacy, Waterfront, Acre Plus of Land, 2 Double Car Garages-One w/Heated/Cooled Office Space. What a Piece of Paradise & A Beautiful, Relaxed, Yet Elegant Home. High Ceilings, Hardwoods, Nuvo House Sytsem, Outdoor Firepit, Screened Porch. www.morepics.info/ 2150112 Lake Norman Area
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Allen Tate
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This magnificent waterfront home with big water views on main channel was built w/ quality in mind. Custom brick w/ stone accents on 1.2 acres, floors of rich mahogany & luxurious marble, heavy mouldings, wine cellar, attention to detail throughout. 2nd living quarters, state-of-the-art security system. Fenced w/ remote gated entry,2 docks, boat lifts, Jet ski lifts. 8 car garage, One of a kind!!! www.morepics.info/2206573 York/ Lancaster
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Keller Williams
$2,600,000 Exceptional French Country estate w. custom details throughout. Huge basement w. media, exercise & rec room, slate roof, walnut floors, custom cabinetry & woodwork throughout. The best appliances including AGA range,exquisite custom paint & stenciling, grand owner’s suite w. heated floors in master bath,elevator, salt water pool, 4 car garage & huge covered patio to enjoy beautiful wooded views! www.morepics.info/2193016 Union
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 ReMax Metro
$1,049,000 Premier 1.85 acre estate located within a gated community. Features 7000 sq ft with 5 bd, 5 full & 1 half ba, gas fireplaces, 2 gourmet kitchens, and 3-car garage. A MUST SEE basement! Estate designed for entertainment & relaxation. www.morepics.info/2152381 Union
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Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Peters & Associates
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Tammy Roten (704) 236-2239 Century 21 Real Estate
$1,150,000 Panoramic views, finely crafted finishes, versatile flrplan, custom int finishes & great attention to architectural detail just begin to describe this Arcadia-blt home in BCC. With a quality of construction seldom available, this home is perfect for entertaining! www.morepics.info/2107849 South Charlotte
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 CottinghamChalkHayes, Realtors
$1,399,900 Magnificent 1+ acre Estate on picturesque Lake Wylie. Easily one of the largest & most luxurious residences on the Lake. Superb architectural design with European influence throughout. Immaculately landscaped grounds, with an in-ground pool & 13000 gallon Koi pond. State of the art electronic systems, custom bar, 2 oversized screen porches, the list is endless. Impeccable workmanship & materials. www.morepics.info/2193939 York/ Lancaster
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green, this lovely home has a rare combination of elegance and warmth within its inviting open floorplan. A few features include a gourmet kitchen (Dacor, GE Monogram, Bosch SS appliances), charming hearth room with stone fireplace, large breakfast area and adjoining great room with awesome pool, golf and lake views. With 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 full and 3 half baths...this is a most special place to call “home� www.morepics.info/2181419 Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 South Charlotte CottinghamChalkHayes, Realtors
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Exceptional Properties $1,950,000 Elegant home in desirable Eastover lives large w/6 beds & 4.5 baths. Master on main level. 2 Jack-n-Jill baths connect large bedrooms + home office upstairs. Gleaming hardwoods throughout main. Chef’s kitchen. Functional space abounds w finished basement including workshop, wine vault and gardener/craft room. New ext. paint, new HVAC. Pastoral setting right in the middle of town. www.morepics.info/ 2181142 South Charlotte
Joe Sibielski (704) 617-7500 Allen Tate
$1,697,000 European inspired home radiates warm allure & sophistication. Incredible design & great floor plan, exterior & interior transitional spaces rich in fluidity w/capacity to enjoy & entertain. Chef ’s dream kitchen, elegant dining room, rich appointed study w/built-ins, luxurious master suite w/grand bath, media w/wet bar. www.morepics.info/2194138 Union
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Peters & Associates
$1,025,000 Estate Home nestled on a quiet culdesac overlooking a gunite pool, spa and peaceful pond w/soothing fountain- enjoy from large terrace & screen patio. Spectacular floorplan! Custom kitchen w/builtin coffee maker, copper prep sink, Thermadore cooktop, warming drwr. Huge MASTER ON MAIN plus 5 lrg bedrms and a loft & bonus rm! 3rd floor Rec rm, wet bar & theater. 3 car garage + workshop in 4th bay. www.morepics.info/2202328 Union
Cherri Strome (704) 201-8394 Wilkinson & Associates ERA
$864,900 Fabulous hard coat stucco/stone custom with pool. View of golf course. Huge lot with prof. landscaping. Open and spacious, elegant yet cozy. Wonderful heart of the home with lrge kit, and keeping room. Hardwoods, 2 fireplaces, built-in furn., mstr down with luxury bath. 3 large bedrooms up including a suite, and 2nd mstr. Office up. Media and exercise rms. Covered & screened porches. Pool w/wtrfl www.morepics.info/ 2155368 York/ Lancaster
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Jo Butterworth (704) 267-3643 Helen Adams Realty
www.YourAtHomeNow.com Exceptional Properties $2,099,000 Incredible family estate in the prestigious Enclave gated
community. Lovely brick, stone & cedar home w/ custom features, quality upgrades throughout. Huge kitchen! Private back yard!. Fantastic price for a home loaded with everything! www.morepics.info/2170084 Cabarrus/ Rowan
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Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Peters & Associates
$4,495,000 Exquisite Manor is among the most exceptional properties in Charlotte! Featuring grand-scale luxury and exclusivity! app0rx. 10,000 sqft of elegant living space.Dramatic ceilings, spacious family room and projection room. Priced to sell
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Exceptional Properties $1,999,900 Finest Estate nestled in the quietest part of Highgate. Outstanding curb appeal. Model perfect for the buyer who wants total luxury and privacy. Collaboration of Mediterranean and Old World European vision has produced a Dream Home! www.morepics.info/2141536 Union
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$1,195,000 Executive home featuring extensive upgrades. This home has an open floor plan with a large master suite down. It exudes great style and warmth and offers an abundance of windows. Perfect for entertaining with expansive indoor and outdoor areas. Conveniently located to Uptown,Cotswold, SouthPark,etc. www.morepics.info/2204393 South Charlotte
Jean Bridges (704) 367-7285 Allen Tate
$1,449,000 Luxury custom built estate home situated on 5 acre wooded lot in one of the most exclusive lake communities. Owner’s suite on main level. Elevator, wine cellar & outdoor living on screened terrace w/ fireplace. Exceptional cabinetry & moldings throughout. Unfinished partial basement w/side entry. Four car garage. Less than 30 minute commute to uptown. 17 acre waterfront amenity center. www.morepics.info/2095299 South Charlotte
Suzanne Severs (704) 367-7352 Allen Tate
$1,900,000 Spectacular Equestrian Estate nestled on over 139 acres convenient to Waxhaw & Lancaster boasts all the upgrades of a newer home to include wood floors, custom moldings, top of the line appliances, granite countertops in kitchen & baths, upgraded lighting & circular drive all overlooking inground salt water pool, beautiful pastures, fenced riding ring, two stall barn w/ tack room, & three ponds! www.morepics.info/2167931 York/ Lancaster
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Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 RE/MAX Metro Realty
www.YourAtHomeNow.com Exceptional Properties $1,399,900 This one-of-a-kind estate was given the distinction as one of Charlotte’s most premiere homes. This private retreat offers lake views while situated on approximately 2.5 acres. The home offers, exotic materials and finishes throughout, seven bath rooms, chef ’s dream kitchen, elevator, in-ground pool and spa, double porch, theater, billiards, 4-car garage, circular driveway and more. www.morepics.info/2195195 Union
Daniel Healy (704) 307-5258 Peters & Associates
$875,000 Enjoy the stunning BCC golf course and lake views from this wonderful five bedroom home. Kitchen and Master Bath have been beautifully renovated by Joel Carriker. Just a few special features include Dacor, Bosch and Sub Zero appliances, seamless shower,Mint Hill cabinetry, three fireplaces, spacious study, level lot and so much more. This is a wonderful place to call “home”. www.morepics.info/ 2207057 South Charlotte
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 CottinghamChalkHayes, Realtors
$905,000 This property must be seen to appreciate. The most distinguished of finishes and design. Top of the line appliances...including steam oven and induction cook top. Imported light fixtures. Decadent finishes throughout. Experience the quiet and quaint feel of Settlers Lane within the convenience and lifestyle of Fourth Ward. www.morepics.info/ 2192868 Uptown
T.J. Larsen (704) 927-4447 My Townhome
$1,174,927 Exceptional quality and artistic craftsmanship combined with a setting of perfect tranquility. This majestic estate features over 7,000 square feet, impeccably appointed throughout and boasts dramatic open living/dining areas. www.morepics.info/2191100 Cabarrus/ Rowan
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This dramatic, double-circular staircase inside a Queens Road West home is by Watson Stairs. The stairs are free-standing inside, meaning the staircase is supporting itself.
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Enter an impressive home and you’re likely to find a well-appointed kitchen, an amazing master bath, perhaps a home theater, and maybe even a spectacular and inviting outdoor living space. But add to any home a remarkable custom staircase, and you can instantly turn what may have been a beautiful home into a majestic showstopper. Fortunately for builders and homeowners, Charlotte is home to a number of remarkable stair builders. These companies specialize in the creation of central architectural features that not only carry occupants to second stories and beyond, but also provide a stunning view along the way. Consider Zepsa Industries Inc., the architectural woodworking firm that makes high quality staircases and more from its Charlotte-based 80,000-square-foot shop. Past clients have included Bruce Springsteen, Mariah Carey and the family of cosmetics company founder Estee Lauder. Through craftsmanship and creativity, there are myriad ways of getting people from one floor to another, says Brian Zepsa, who handles marketing for the firm. “A stair is a functioning piece of the home to get you from one place to the next, but we think of it as a piece of furniture for the home and treat it that way,” he says. Zepsa, son of founder Ed Zepsa, says the company begins each staircase project with raw materials to shape into a functional piece of art. The staff includes woodworking experts recruited from around the world. As a result, staircases can include some pretty amazing flourishes. “When you get into the high-end houses, you get into beautiful wood panels and hand-carved motifs. You might have clients selecting exotic woods. You might have a staircase that’s 6 feet wide. It might even start out straight and then curve or split partway up the stairs.”
TREND SETTERS Stairway shapes and designs are often influenced by the times, notes Peter Leeke, president of Kingswood Custom Homes, Inc. Through his 30-plus years of building homes in Charlotte, Charleston and the UK, Leeke has seen a wide array of stairs installed in homes. While the basic structural elements of the stairs he has put into homes have remained the same over March 2014 | 27
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Artistic stairway statements aren’t limited to luxury homes. Commercial buildings, even yachts, play home to unique stair projects. Fred Watson, founder and owner of Watson Stairs, Inc., in Huntersville, has done his fair share of traditional residential work in the last 25 years – and has also had some unique commercial projects, too. “We’re actually matching an existing
Photos: Top: “We think of (a staircase) as a piece of furniture for the home,” says Brian Zepsa. Center and bottom: The view from the top of the staircases inside custom homes by Kingswood.
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the years, the specifics of materials and ornamental touches selected by his clients have changed somewhat over the years. “Stairs have evolved around trends in architecture. So, as we go through the decades, through different eras of architecture, such as Georgian, English manor, Regency – for example – you’ll find that staircases are generally a direct reflection of current architectural trends. In building a home, it’s also really important to take features from the outside of the house and apply them, as design elements, inside the home. That’s how the different styles of stairways have taken on elements of different trends.” Leeke explains how the process of creating a custom staircase often begins: “Typically the shape of the stair is driven by the architect. For example, if we’re building a Georgian or French style house, the architect may opt for a circular stair.” From there, he says, the details of the stairs begin to take shape. “The railing is driven by the interior designer, so you may have something like a continuous iron railing or steel pickets on the stair for certain kinds of architecture. Or you might have a Georgian style house that is traditional home that might have wooden pickets and railings. Some of the more elaborate homes will have a steel handrail or combo of the two. Very custom designed, in other words. Every one is different.”
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staircase in one of the buildings at Winthrop University.” Even certain residential projects can take a different twist. “The most unusual stair project we did was one in which the only support was a center stringer,” Watson says. “The treads, the part of the stairs you actually step on, were cantilevered off each side of that center support. It was a very contemporary piece without risers.” Projects can range in price from $25,000 to hundreds of thousands of dollars for custom work that includes relief carvings, balusters and finials, even lavish stonework on risers. Staircases command attention during the building process, and continue to do so after the completion of a home, serving as stately reflections of trends and tastes. Creating and building staircases captures the attention and imagination of those who choose to make it their livelihood. “I love building stairs,” says Watson. “I love seeing it when we get done and knowing it went from being a rough piece of lumber and knowing it’s now a gorgeous finished stairway.”
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ON the MOVE Market Activity and Trends for Charlotte & Surrounding Counties
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Denise Lindsay is a gardener at heart. When she and husband, Hal, downsized from their three-story Eastover home to a condo near uptown, she still wanted to look out the window and see something green. So with help from a landscape design firm, the Lindsays have created a hip, urban garden – built on a bed of concrete. “It’s great for entertaining,” WITH A LITTLE Denise says, looking out INGENUITY, CONDO the glass door onto her 2,000-square-foot terrace. “In OWNERS FIND summertime this door stays WAYS TO PLANT ON open, so this is basically an THEIR TERRACES extension of the living room.” As more empty-nesters opt for condos, and more young couples and singles choose uptown living, they’re learning to get the most out of terrace gardens. And they’re learning it’s possible to have fountains, shrubs, cooking herbs and grassy spots for pets right alongside their skyline view. The Lindsays moved from a home with a pool. So they asked Rick Solow of Solow Design Group for a cascading fountain, which gives a stylized 36 | YourAtHomeNow.com
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splash of water while masking city noises at their condo at the Metropolitan complex. Solow also designed areas for outdoor seating, cooking, dining – even a patch of surprisingly real-looking artificial turf. This 12-by-18-foot “lawn” was originally intended for the Lindsay’s three dogs. But it looked so good once installed that they now take the dogs downstairs for street-level relief instead.
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solve the problem of the terrace’s sloping concrete floor, which was practical for drainage but not for parties. They chose an elevated floor made of pavers on pedestals that allow water to drain through to existing catch basins below, while creating a level surface above. Weight restrictions are an important factor when planning terrace gardens. Thirty large pots made of lightweight fiberglass that looks like ceramic hold plants including ornamental grasses, dwarf butterfly bush and black bamboo. The pots, along with three planters, provide screening from neighbors and define separate spaces for a bar, dining table and outdoor living room complete with sectional sofa in
all-weather fabric. Jeff Triece, formerly of Urban Landscape Design and now owner of Elegant Space Design, installed the Lindsays’ plants. Celtic Masonry did the masonry work and installed the floor pavers. Four fuchsia pots on the Lindsay’s terrace echo the modern décor and sofa color in their living room. Gray outdoor pavers complement the concrete flooring inside. Solow chose plants with high tolerance for heat and wind, both of which are magnified on a terrace. He also designed the space to maximize views of the uptown skyline, Little Sugar Creek Greenway and a nearby pavilion where bands play during warm weather. “We can stand at the railing and
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Barbara Branch’s condo terrace in Eastover includes a sculpture of a five-foot phoenix.
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SMALLER SPACE, DIFFERENT PRIORITIES Barbara and Twig Branch had a smaller space than the Lindsays and different priorities when planning their terrace at Fenton Place Condominiums in Eastover. Instead of maximizing a skyline view, they wanted to draw the eye away from transformers on a power pole outside their back door. Barbara also wanted an herb garden and greenery that were easy to maintain. “Year-round, I just can’t cook without fresh herbs,” she said. But Barbara, a homemaker, and Twig, a retired insurance
executive, didn’t want to worry about plants needing water when they were on vacation. And their condo association rules don’t allow irrigation systems. So Jared Sweet of The Royal Gardens designed a plan that included two concrete planters and two large terra-cotta pots filled with a mix of soil and moisture-retaining crystals. The planters hold rosemary, thyme, sage, parsley, oregano and pansies. The pots, lined with plastic for extra help with moisture, are filled with juniper and sedum. “The juniper never needs watering,” Barbara says. She says she rarely has to water the herbs either. To focus attention on the terrace instead of the electrical transformers beyond, the
Branches put a five-foot iron sculpture of a phoenix near the center of the 210-squarefoot space. With wings outstretched and beak open, the bird is the first thing you notice when stepping outside from their Asian-influenced living room. The sculpture is by Pittsburgh artist William Wessel. It stands behind a small glass-top table and two wrought-iron chairs where the Branches like to enjoy a glass of wine on spring evenings. “We realized we can’t really hide the ugly parts,” Barbara said of the backyard transformers. But with a little ingenuity, Sweet and the Branches have created a space that’s both functional and appealing to the eye. Designed by Tracie2014 Stafford March | 39
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427 Charles Ave. 3 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
1535 Carolyn Dr. 3 Bedrooms & 1 Bath
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$1,300 PER MONTH
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south mecklenburg area
$59,900 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
Seller is motivated to sell this home! Short Sale! spacious 2 bedroom home with walk in closets and a 1 car garage! Open floorplan downstairs. Make an appointment today
$75,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
Nice garden unit with hardwod floors & good view to courtyard!
www.morepics.info/2158774 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
www.morepics.info/2100488 Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Myers Park
$79,900 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
RARE to come on the market 1 bedroom unit in Dilworth. Perfect way to live in Dilworth without the high cost! Unit backs up to woods which provide TONS of privacy! Walk in closet in Master bedroom. Big rooms! Community also has pool!
$85,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba, Great investor property, tenant in place with excellent rental history.
www.morepics.info/2180759
www.morepics.info/2178094
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Dilworth
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Mcalway Manor
Spotlight Property $97,500 2 Bd, 2 Ba, WHY RENT? $676.41 Total Est. Payment!!! FHA 30 Yr. loan with MI: 12 pmts of $555 at 3.875% (5.345% APR) followed by 336 pmts ranging from $553 to $459, then 12 pmts of $453. Disclosure includes principal, interest and mortgage insurance. $121.25 additional is included in total payment for taxes and insurance. Come home to your sunlit retreat with a private patio in a wooded setting.
www.morepics.info/2204414 Diann Katsanos (704) 400-3280
$97,500 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
Charming brick ranch on gorgeous corner lot! Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, this home has an updated kitchen AND bathroom, fresh paint throughout and refinished hardwood floors!! Convenient location, minutes to Uptown Charlotte!
www.morepics.info/2185531
$98,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Well cared for unit located in wonderful location close to SouthPark, Uptown and Cotswold
www.morepics.info/2152782
$100,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Move in Ready! Full brick townhome in Sardis Forest Community. Private courtyard w/extended brick patio. LR has gas log fireplace. Formal DR has pass thru to kitchen. Bedrooms are good sized. Washer, dryer, frig included!
www.morepics.info/2198873
$114,500 1 Bd, 1 Ba, Want to be in all of the action that South End has to offer? Look no further! This studio condo is located in luxurious Park Ave Condominiums directly on the light rail line. Unit features large outdoor space, marble and granite. www.morepics.info/2187117
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 East Sharon Park
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
$120,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$125,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
$125,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$129,000 4 Bd, 2 Ba,
Lovely unit on entrance level has carport, DR & balconies. It is in great condition w/ extras abound incl lovely pool. The updated kitchen appliances convey. Basement has storage units. Plantation shutters in both bedrooms.
www.morepics.info/2205883 Nona Thompson (704) 365-9727
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Completely move in ready home! Neutral colors throughout. Laminate floors on the first level and ceramic tile in the kitchen. Brand new carpet in the bedrooms and mosaic tile in the upstairs bathrooms. All appliances included.
Great THREE bedroom townhouse within walking distance of pool/clubhouse. Kitchen w/breakfast bar & pantry open to living area. Stainless appliances. HOA dues incl. pool, club house w/ fitness ctr, playground, walking trails.
www.morepics.info/2203638
www.morepics.info/2166686
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Anthem
Danielle Nanney (704) 651-1017 Cedar Mill
A full brick ranch with 4 large bedrooms, exposed hardwood floors & a raised hearth brick fireplace in the family room with built-ins. There is a 1-car carport & a fenced in back yard with a wired workshop. Needs some ‘TLC’.
www.morepics.info/2197958 Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Fox Run
south mecklenburg area
$129,900 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
Amazing top floor two bedroom condo within a few steps of the community pool! Minutes from Uptown, Park Rd, Montford and Lynx station. Stainless steel appliances and great split floorplan. Master suite has walk in closet and great layout.
$129,900 2 Bd, 3 Ba, Under contract; Great Location! Townhome near Quail Hollow. Living Room w/ fireplace, wet bar, dining area. Updated bathrooms. Master Bedroom has two closets. Second bedroom and laundry also located upstairs. Show and you will want to bring an offer!
www.morepics.info/2203068
www.morepics.info/2168914
$134,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Well-cared-for South Charlotte 4BR home w/ 2013 roof, fresh paint, new carpet in den, oversized garage, great storage. Great option for first time homebuyers or Investors.
www.morepics.info/2189462
$137,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Great 3BR, 2 BA ranch in desirable Matthews! Home features newer energy efficient windows and newer HVAC. Great room features fireplace and laminate flooring. Eat in kitchen. Storage shed. Fenced backyard backs up to greenway. www.morepics.info/2177539
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Selwyn Farms
Jean Bridges (704) 367-7285
Cindy Campbell (704) 517-5678 Fox Run
Brenda Brantley (704) 516-8020 Brighton
$139,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$145,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$150,000 4 Bd, 2 Ba,
$155,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba, Location, Location, Location...a Real Gem! Immaculate Home barely lived in with 3 bds, 2.5 baths, open & spacious floor plan. Plenty of storage & cabinets in the kitchen & throughout the home. Convenient to I485, This is a Place to call HOME
Immaculate 3 bedroom townhome and conveniently located to most everything. Master on the main, large bedrooms, dual vanity in master, ample storage, new appliances, new carpet, new paint, new HVAC, crown molding and more.
www.morepics.info/2198869
Great condo in Dilworth. New dishwasher, range and refrigerator within last year.
www.morepics.info/2139031
Fabulous kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, upgraded fixtures and hardware. Insulated windows, tile floors, renovated baths. Deck, firepit, tree swing, new roof, detached 2 car carport and 1 car garage.
www.morepics.info/2182473
www.morepics.info/2203382
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Westover Hills
Laurie Zdyb (704) 989-3469 Lions Gate
$157,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
$159,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$159,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$159,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Perfect first floor corner unit with great patio. Beautiful kitchen with 42 inch cabinets and granite countertops. Tons of closet space! Master has walk in closet and there is a 5x7 storage area. Huge laundry room.
www.morepics.info/2191517
Open and Spacious home in area 7. 2 Story GR. Master on main. 2 Bedrooms & Loft on upper level. Community features playground, pool, tennis courts, and walking trail.
www.morepics.info/2146211
Welcome home! Top floor corner unit located in peaceful Cotswold. Minutes from Uptown and South Park, features hardwood floors, granite, tile backsplash, walkin closets. Refrigerator, washer /dryer included. FHA approved. Move in ready!
www.morepics.info/2195446
Amazing home with an IN-GROUND POOL! Located near the end of the cul-de-sac, laminate Pergo floors in dining room, formal living room & family room, gas fireplace, upgraded flooring in the dining room, hallway & laundry!
www.morepics.info/2192875
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Yorkshire
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Habersham
$169,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$169,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Spacious Squires built home is convenient to Uptown, South Park and Matthews. Living room features FP & vaulted ceilings. Dining room & eat in kitchen. Granite countertops. Master BR on main level. Master BA features garden tub.
$169,950 3 Bd, 2 Ba, Just What You Have Been Waiting For! Ranch Plan on Level Lot, Pine Lake Golf Course Close By & Great Mint Hill Location. Over a half acre lot with private back yard. New Carpet 9/2013, New Flooring 9/2013, New HVAC 2009, & New DW 9/2013.
$172,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
www.morepics.info/2206726
www.morepics.info/2183863
Amazing opportunity to own a great house in a desirable south Charlotte neighborhood. Soaring two-story GR w/fireplace, formal areas, open kitchen/ breakfast. Arched doorway, arched windows & lots of chair rail & wainscoting.
www.morepics.info/2186850 Danielle Nanney (704) 651-1017 The Crossings
Brenda Brantley (704) 516-8020 Vista23
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Farmwood
Best location in Charlotte! Immaculate town home in desirable Beverly Crest neighborhood. Beautifully appointed home with open floorplan, fireplace, dry bar and custom molding and trim throughout.Private back yard with extended patio!
www.morepics.info/2200406 Merry Sievers (704) 763-8685
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south mecklenburg area
$172,500 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Beautiful end unit townhome with hardwoods, granite, Refrig/ Wash/Dryer stay and lots of other upgrades. Best lot location creates superb outside patio and side yard. Excellent investor purchase with long term tenant in place.
www.morepics.info/2191665
$172,900 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
Wonderful Myers Park condo close to everything! Walk to restaurants, retail shops and more! Enjoying living under the beautiful Oak canopy in this two story home! 1 year home warranty. End unit that gets lots of natural light.
www.morepics.info/2181816
$175,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
Really interesting 1 bedroom floor plan with a good size sun room. Courtyard facing on the 6th floor. Small patio with double french doors plus additional french doors in Master Bedroom that open to courtyard. Home in great shape!
www.morepics.info/2187205
$175,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Pristine 2 bdrm 2 bath flat in gated community. Open & spacious. Kit has cer tile, 42’’ cupboards, granite. GR & Kit combo is great for entertaining. Hardwood Floors. Large balcony overlooking pool & rear wooded area. Covered parking.
www.morepics.info/2198641
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Myers Park
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Dilworth
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777
$175,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
$175,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$179,000 Bd, Ba,
$179,000 Bd, Ba,
Kingsley is located just outside the Ballantyne Area of Charlotte and close to great shopping & restaurants! 3 story TH w/ 3 beds, 3 1/2 baths, over-sized 1 car garage, private deck. 1st Floor: bedroom 3/office , full bath.
www.morepics.info/2196022
Updated Myers Park condo all on one level within walking distance to Mid Town Shops, Elizabeth restsurants & Freedom Park & less than 5 minutes to Uptown Charlotte! Light & bright with new wood floors throughout! Great Location!
www.morepics.info/2206775
Wooded corner lot on a cul-de-sac street that backs to Carmel Country Club’s South Golf Course perfect for a basement home to be built! Subdivision has gas lights & sidewalks & has over one acre of common area to enjoy!
www.morepics.info/2158897
Wooded corner lot on a cul-de-sac street that backs to Carmel Country Club’s South Course! Subdivision has gas lights & sidewalks & has over one acre of common area to enjoy! Convenient to Southpark & I 485!
www.morepics.info/2158901
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Kingsley
Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695
Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Carmel Greens
Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Carmel Greens
$179,750 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$179,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$184,800 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
$189,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
If you have been waiting for a fully upgraded, energy efficient. Near Montford then look no further! Modern unit features plank hardwood floors, S?S appls, tile back-splash, granite, walk in closets, large balcony overlooking the pool.
www.morepics.info/2202029
Absolutely stunning move-in ready Reavencrest townhome. Live minutes from Stonecrest, Ballantyne, 485 and more! This immaculate home features an open floorplan, lots of natural light, fenced in back patio and large master suite.
www.morepics.info/2204295
Stunning condo in desirable Southend. Top floor unit with floor to ceiling windows, LARGE PRIVATE GARAGE, granite counter tops, and stainless steel appliances. Huge attached balcony provides amazing views. Walk to everything!
www.morepics.info/2197733
Iconic High Rise in South End. Urban appeal, dramatic skyline City vistas. Parking garage, 24 hr security, Rooftop Pool, Fitness Ctr. Next to Light Rail, Uptown, Dilworth, Dowd YMCA. large balcony. Stunning views, 10 ft. ceilings!
www.morepics.info/2197458
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Reavencrest
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 South End
$189,900 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
$189,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$192,500 4 Bd, 2 Ba,
$194,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Wonderful light filled townhome in Ayrsley! Walk to movies, shopping, dining and more! This 3 bedroom plus bonus room townhome features granite countertops in the kitchen, stainless steel appliances and a large two car garage.
www.morepics.info/2204031 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
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Great Lakefront Condo w/ deeded boat slip & boat lift. Hardwood floors throughout. Beautiful Granite Countertops in Kitchen. Large Master Suite w/ Walk in Closet. Sunken Living Room w/ Granite surrounding FP. Community Pool and Tennis.
www.morepics.info/2127883 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Emerald Point
This home is in great condition. Super floor plan with high ceilings, kitchen open to great room, master privately tuck toward back of house, owner is craftsman and has redone all molding in home to look like $500k home!
www.morepics.info/2179160 Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Alexander Ridge
Immaculate, upgrades galore! Floorplan very bright & open, neat & clean. Nbrhd lake front. Perfect man cave!! Huge eat in kit, crnr frplc, loft or 2nd living space.Master w tray ceilings. Seller has upgraded!
www.morepics.info/2201596 Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Hamilton Lakes
south mecklenburg area
$195,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
Fantastic Quartermaine floorplan in Ayrsley Community. This home features and elegant owners suite and garden tub, Walk in Shower and Dual Vanity. Large Bonus Room is perfect for an oversize guest suite, office or Playroom.
$199,900 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
A great opportunity to live in booming Southend. Unit has courtyard view, which provides plenty of natural light throughout the unit. Open floor plan perfect for family and friends over for the holidays. 2nd Bd. makes a great office or den.
www.morepics.info/2194087 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Ayrsley
www.morepics.info/2109349 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
$199,900 Bd, Ba,
Updated full brick ranch currently being used for office/warehouse. Zoned for both residential & business office(02). Features refinished hardwood floors, new electric & plumbing, new windows & lighting & renovated kitchen area!
www.morepics.info/2185671
$209,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Meticulously cared for 6th floor condo flat in heart of Myers Park. Large balcony deck overlooks wooded Myers Park w/ view of Uptown. Secure building with underground parking, pool, gazebo. over 3 acres of landscaped open space.
www.morepics.info/2189687
Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Amity Gardens
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Myers Park
Spotlight Property $210,000
Welcome Home. Active Adult 55+ gated comm. in South Clt. Minutes to shopping/healthcare. Bright open floor plan w/9ft. ceilings. Gourmet kitchen w/SS appliances, corian coutertops, and tile backsplash. Breakfast area includes custom corner hutches. Great flex space that can be used for den, office, exercise room, etc. Large private corner lot. Includes water softner installed on HW heater.
www.morepics.info//2205159 Lisa Ratledge 704-651-3131
$210,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Wonderful home located in the Harbor Club community. Culde-sac lot with private backyard. Sunroom with double pain windows. Hardie board exterior with partial brick front. Hardwood floors throughout main level. Many upgrades!
www.morepics.info/2190647
$215,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Fantastic home! You MUST see inside. Kitchen and baths taken down to studs. True master suite features walk-in closet, dual vanities and large shower. Wonderfully kitchen! Open and features new cabinets, butcher block counters,ss appls.
www.morepics.info/2184327
$219,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Charming Home nestled on a Private Wooded fenced in yard in Desirable Matthews. Ownersuite on the main level and bedroom 2,3,4/bonus room upstairs. Open floorplan with vaulted ceilings in the greatroom and a stunning brick fireplace.
www.morepics.info/2202706
$220,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Great investment property with strong rental history and currently leased. End-unit TH in desirable SouthPark location. Walk to shops and restaurants. Hardwood floors and granite counters. Private enclosed patio with nice view of trees.
www.morepics.info/2182288
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Harbor Club
Robyn Riordan (704) 905-4991 Selwyn Park
Laurie Zdyb (704) 989-3469 Brightmoor
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Foxcroft
$222,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$225,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$225,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$229,500 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
LOCATION! Great opportunity for a 4BR townhome. Needs updating but in fairly good condition. Formal areas plus den w/ fireplace. Eat in kitchen, large laundry room. Four bedrooms up and great enclosed patio. Backs to walking trail.
www.morepics.inf/2176634 Glenda Gravatt (704) 367-7283 Foxcroft East
Great ranch home in desirable Sturnbridge subdivision. Great room has brick fireplace, vaulted ceilings. French doors to deck. Kitchen has bay window in breakfast area. Great opportunity to own well maintained home at great price!
www.morepics.info/2183372 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Sturnbridge
1.74 acre parcel with a single family 1565 sq. ft. brick ranch and a duplex 1512 sq. ft. with over 245’ of road frontage. Parcel adjoins commercial property.Homes and 3 out buildings sold asis. Home, both units in duplex have tenants.
www.morepics.info/2131195 Suzanne Severs (704) 367-7352 None
6 year old home is immaculate! Built by Lennar w all the bells & whistles. Formal DR, great room w fireplace, huge eat in kitchen w/ granite counters & tons of cabinets open to great room. Master suite w tray ceiling & awesome bath!
www.morepics.info/2171268 Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Kingsbridge
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south mecklenburg area
$230,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Updated and renovated Madison Park beauty! This 3 bed/2 bath split level features refinished hardwood floors, a large sunroom, update kitchen, updated baths and more! What a great neighborhood! Home is Move In Ready! Take a look today!
www.morepics.info/2192224
$230,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Worth a closer look! UPDATED home situated on fabulous lot overlooking the 7th fairway of Raintree Golf Course and pond. New deck. Heated pool, fenced back yard.
www.morepics.info/2183398
$235,000 , ,
Great opportunity to build your dream home in South Charlotte. Water lines are hooked up to lot and meter is connected.
www.morepics.info/2130202
$235,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Well cared for unit that is neutral and like new. Kitchen has granite and stainless steel appliances. Large great room. Large master bedroom with 2 walk-in closet. Mbath with ceramic tile. Great value and wonderful location.
www.morepics.info/2200811
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Madison Park
Jean Bridges (704) 367-7285 Downs Grant
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Southpark
Suzanne Severs (704) 564-7345
$238,500 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$249,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$250,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$250,000 4 Bd, 2 Ba,
Main level living in this open plan. Hardwood floors in entry hall. Greatroom with cathedral ceiling, recessed lights and gas log fireplace, Neutral kitchen has tile backsplash, seamless burner cooktop and sunny breakfast nook.
www.morepics.info/2189304
Renovated brick ranch with fantastic picture windows and great flow just one mile from the light rail. Kitchen features custom cabinets with soft-close drawers, granite counters, tile backsplash and ss appliances.
ww.morepics.info/2185505
Located on quiet culdesac street, level fenced yard, w/ covered porch on rear yard, full irrigation, home is open and bright with master down, great room has soaring two story fireplace and open to kitchen, granite, s/s appliances.
www.morepics.info/2196758
Updated full brick home close to Southpark! Private wooded lot, newer HVAC system, insulated windows, spacious sunroom, granite & tile backsplash in kitchen, black appls, freshly painted, living room w/newer carpet, lots of hardwoods.
www.morepics.info/2197464
Suzanne Severs (704) 367-7352 Bishops Ridge
Robyn Riordan (704) 905-4991 Collins Park
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Blakeney Heath
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Montclaire
$267,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Completed Inventory Home! The Madison is a split plan ranch with a 4th bedroom & loft area upstairs. Open living areas w/ 42� cabinets, granite, hardwoods, tile, crown, gas f/p, recessed lighting, & more! Own a brand new home in Greylock!
$269,500 4 Bd, 3 Ba, Full brick home w/ 1.16 acres in Mint Hill! Expansive deck w/hot tub overlooks the wooded backyard, laundry on 1st floor w/sink, kitchen includes all appliances & has new quartz counter tops, basement shop w/lots of storage. Home warranty!
$269,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba, Brick Ranch on 1.89 Acres with 1/2 Unfinished Basement. Basement Perfect for Workshop and Storage. Fenced Yard is Great for Pets. Spacious Home, Large Laundry Area, Screened Porch, & Deck. Fresh Paint and Ready for New Owners!!!
$275,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
www.morepics.info/2197557
www.morepics.info/2177894
www.morepics.info/2198669
Neutral light-filled condo in the heart of Elizabeth! Open floorplan w/hardwood floors in the main living areas. GE Profile s/s appls including range, dishwasher, microwave AND refrigerator. Granite & maple Craftsman style cabinets.
www.morepics.info/2195389
Sarah Szczodrowski (704) 877-3350 Greylock
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Bainbridge
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 None
Danielle Nanney (704) 651-1017 Elizabeth
$279,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$279,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$289,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$294,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Adorable home in popular Madison Park featuring a fabulous updated kitchen, awesome yard for entertaining w/ large deck, large flat private yard. Back building complete w/ internet and cable. Perfect for entertaining indoors and out!
www.morepics.info/2202098 Joan Goode (704) 602-4276 Madison Park
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This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home is minutes from Uptown, Plaza Midwood, bars, Restaurants, Shops, and the New Harris Teeter on Central Ave. Easy access to I-74. Updated with new AC, Refinished HW floors and entire inside painted!
www.morepics.info/2186441 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Commonwealth
Beautiful brick 2-story may be most impeccable home you’ll see in price range. Inviting great rm w/ hardwoods & gas fireplace. Beautiful sunroom w/ designer tile floor. Wonderful kitchen/breakfast features granite, newer dishwasher & oven.
www.morepics.info/2148121 Glenda Gravatt (704) 367-7283 Brandonwood
Welcome Home! Well maintained 3 bed/2.5 bath home with additional bonus room and office. Hardwood floors in foyer and kitchen. Recently repainted inside and out. New carpet. Spacious kitchen w/island and breakfast area w/window seat.
www.morepics.info/2178535 Lisa Ratledge 704-651-3131 Sardis Plantation
south mecklenburg area
$295,000 4 Bd, 2 Ba,
Sought after ranch floorplan. Hardwood flooring in foyer, DR and Kitchen. Foyer w/ chair rail, transom &full light storm door. Large DR. Greatroom with gas log fireplace. Open kitchen has granite, black appls include gas range/oven, island.
www.morepics.info/2180962
$300,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Convenient locatiuon & one level living in pretty Rockbridge. Rocking chair front porch, updted KT w/Silestone, tumbled tile & new cabs. Walk-in master shower w/ new tile & 3 shower heads; generous storage & perennial flowers thruout yard.
www.morepics.info/2166176
$300,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Incredible full brick home! Features include: Fenced yard, 20x20 patio, two covered front porches w/swing, hardwoods in foyer, dining room, office, kitchen, family room, halls & breakfast area. Free home warranty!
www.morepics.info/2157617
$300,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
Amazing full brick in South Charlotte/Matthews area! Ranch w/ basement, located on two lots, 3 car garage, fenced yard, storage building, updated kitchen w/raised panel cherry cabinets, granite! Free home warranty included!
www.morepics.info/2196065
Suzanne Severs (704) 367-7352 Ardrey Woods
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Rockbridge
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Morgan Run
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Sardis Beverly Park
$305,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
$309,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$315,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$320,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba, Rare find, move in ready fully renovated home with huge fenced back yard. Be close to everything and live in the very desirable Sedgefield neighborhood adjacent to Historic SouthEnd and Dilworth.
Nestled between some of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Charlotte, Metropolitan is a sophisticated destination for living, shopping, dining & entertainment. Spacious condo has it all w/ top of the line Viking applss, granite, & hardwoods.
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Ultra Private Palisades area home on 3 acres with wrap front porch completely surrounded by woods. Hardwoods, ceramic tile, upgraded carpets, full basement + 2 car garage.1.800.613.6370 ext. 408 or text 44622 to 35244 for all the info!
www.morepics.info/2147863
Beautiful 4 bedroom 2.5 bath brick ranch in desirable Cotswold. GREAT schools ! Close to Southpark mall, and many restaurants. Large backyard for entertaining. Visit with neighbors on the front porch. Well maintained!
www.morepics.info/2191125
www.morepics.info/2204499
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324
Paige Siner-Laurie (704) 541-2500 Cotswold
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Sedgefield
$321,786 4 Bd, 4 Ba, Under Construction! The Garner plan is a master down plan featuring hardwoods, gourmet kitchen with 42” cabinets, Gas cooktop, stainless appliances, granite, crown molding, breakfast room and morning room. Huge closets, bonus & loft area!
$325,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
$325,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
$332,250 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
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Well appointed kitchen with granite countertops, 42 inch maple cabinets, and s/s appliances. Walking distance from Light rail, shopping, dining and galleries. All brick townhome with a garage. Close to the city all for the low $300’s
www.morepics.info/2197457
Wonderful opportunity to own this nice brick ranch on half acre lot close to Southpark. 4 large bedrooms on main level w/ 1 bedroom and bonus/billard room and basement. Hardwoods through most of main, brick f/p, nice screen porch off den.
www.morepics.info/2185521
New Construction Opportunity in Mint Hill! The Irongate community features 3/4-1 acre wooded homesites with homes priced from the 270’s. Customize with your design selections. Conveniently located.
www.morepics.info/2201005
Sarah Szczodrowski (704) 877-3350 Irongate
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 None
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Singing Springs
Sarah Szczodrowski (704) 877-3350 Irongate
$334,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Quaint Bungalow with “cottage charm” has much of the original character but with newer replacement windows, fresh interior paint, heated tile floors in office, sunroom/family room& upstairs bath & new heat pump!
$339,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba, UNDER CONTRACT! Great attention to detail is found in this updated home on a cul-de-sac in convenient Cobblestone. Features include oil rubbed bronze hardware, granite in full baths, recent SS appliances & granite in kitchen, Waterviews.
$345,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$350,000 , ,
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Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Myers Park
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Cobblestone
Beautiful open plan featuring large kitchen w/ granite, s/s appliances, large breakfast room open to den. Bright, sunny sun room overlooking large back yard. Perfect for entertaining! Spacious secondary bedrooms, 2 large bonus rooms!
www.morepics.info/2195216 Joan Goode (704) 602-4276 Meadows Of Mint Hill
17.75 acres! great opportunity for privacy or developer of small communities.
www.morepics.info/2030658 Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868
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$350,000 , ,
Nice lot for way under what owner paid. Backs up to Carmel Rd Park, is wooded and gentley slopes to the back and would make a great basement lot or foundation. Slope is not severe.
$369,900 2 Bd, 4 Ba,
Unique opportunity to own the former model with ELEVATOR, hardwoods, granite, 10ft ceiling on 1st and 2nd floor, beautiful built-ins, retractable awning, custom window treatments and the list goes on. Truly a must see!!
www.morepics.info/2059698 Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Town And Country
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$374,900 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
This five bedroom, four bath estate is on .37 acres, the perfect place to entertain guests. The living room is sophisticated yet cozy, boasting a wall of windows and a handsome fireplace. The kitchen has been masterfully designed!
www.morepics.info/2204938
Glenda Gravatt (704) 367-7283
$398,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
UNDER CONTRACT! Lovely brick home is located on a cul de sac and features numerous updates. A few include seamless shower, recent jetted tub, oil rubbed bronze and nickel hardware, custom master closet, granite, gas cooktop.
www.morepics.info/2196879
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Nottingham Estates
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Cameron Wood
Spotlight Property $425,000 $438,000
This beautiful house has it all! 5 BRs plus Bonus Rm, formal living & dining AND spacious family rm w/fpl. Gleaming hardwood floors, heavy millwork, architectural arches, dual staircases. Main level BR/study w/direct access to full bath. Vaulted screen porch w/slate tile floor & stamped concrete patio. Small neighborhood in a great location. Convenient to Siskey Y, I-485 & downtown Matthews.
www.morepics.info/2182080 Danielle Nanney (704) 651-1017
$399,900 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
Full brick home in great location! Enjoy peaceful large yard relaxing on your deck & patio! Grand 2 story great room w/ fireplace opens into expansive kitchen w/ granite, bar, & tile backsplash. Hardwoods thru-out. Spacious master!
www.morepics.info/2199378
$399,900 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
Under Construction! Full Brick/Stone Asheville Plan with a wraparound front porch and 3 car side load garage. Designer kitchen with 42” cabinets, granite, Stainless appliances: Wall oven/ Convention Mircowave, 36” gas cooktop.
www.morepics.info/2200976
$425,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Custom home nestled on .69 acre. Great location near 485. Home includes hadwood flooring, ceramic tile. Custom kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appl. Oversized master bedroom closet on main w two additional bdrms.
www.morepics.info/2189997
$429,900 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
Full Brick 2 story in Great location. Hardwood flooring on main. Kitchen with Granite coutnertops, SS gas cooktop, microwave, oven and icemaker. Large bedrooms and bonus room up. Quiet culdesac
www.morepics.info/2194248
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Sardis Grove
Sarah Szczodrowski (704) 877-3350 Irongate
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Irongate
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Country Club Estates
$435,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Must see immaculate brick home w/ 3 woodburning fireplaces;hardwood floors on main;handsomely updated KT;recent paint;beautiful sunroom overlooks private,level,open backyard;.63 acre lot near Cotswold; Excellent storage in attic! www.morepics.info/2198597
$435,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$435,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$450,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Cindy Campbell (704) 517-5678 Sherwood Forest
Glenda Gravatt (704) 367-7283 The Palisades
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Charming 1 owner custom home located on a premium golf view lot in cul-de-sac. Unfinished 1641 sqft basement that is plumbed for a bath. Upgraded cabinets, appliances, built-ins etc. Fabulous kitchen with extra large island, and s/s appls.
www.morepics.info/2202957
Under contract; Looking for location? This is it! Attention to details and pride of ownership shows throughout . Beautiful décor, upscale finishes. Too many upgrades to mention and the finishes in the garage make you want to spend time there.
www.morepics.info/2199484 Jean Bridges (704) 367-7285 Wrenfield On Sharon
Charming waterfront home with Gorgeous Water views from all rooms. Large open GR, gourmet kitchen w/ gas range. Master bath has whirlpool tub, sep. shower. Covered porch,170 ft of waterfront, detached garage, boat lift, dock.
www.morepics.info/2175041 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196
south mecklenburg area
$479,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
STUNNING bungalow in historic Dilworth on prestigious Tremont Ave! Has all of the upgrades! Wolf appliances, SubZero refrigerator, granite countertops, tankless water heater, his and her closets, slow close custom cabinetry in designer kitchen
www.morepics.info/2203776
$529,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
UNDER CONTRACT! Craftsman-style home with versatility. Vaulted ceiling in kitchen gives a modern feel while the house remains true to it’s character. Add’l indoor living spaces include home office + sitting area/nursery off of master.
www.morepics.info/2158155
$535,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Beautifully maintained! 10’ ceilings on main, 9’ ceilings up. FP in GR. Full view of well-landscaped, private courtyard from GR wall of windows, KT and Breakfast area. Courtyard enclosed by 7’ Brick Wall. Desirable South Charlotte location!
www.morepics.info/2124192
$535,000 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
Stunning home on 15th hole. Backs to pond. Cul-de-sac location. Windows galore. Master on main, screened porch and large deck overlooking pond and course. fireplace in keeping room and great room. 3 additional over-sized bedrooms up.
www.morepics.info/2160171
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Dilworth
Joe Sibielski (704) 617-7500 Dilworth
Cindy Campbell (704) 517-5678
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Providence Country Club
$549,900 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$574,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba, Lovely two story brick home in excellent Myers Park location. Walk to area shops, restaurants and Harris Teeter. Updated kitchen with SS appliances and granite. Hardwoods throughout, new roof in 2010, remodeled pool and spacious 2 car garage,
$599,000 3 Bd, 5 Ba,
$599,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Impressive upscale 2-story brick home in desirable South Charlotte. Lovely open foyer. Large DR. GR w/ vaulted ceiling, Fireplace, hardwood floors, wall of windows. Handsome bricked terrace... view of terrace & fenced backyard from GR.
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Luxury Simonini Built Myers Park Home. 2 master suites with 1 master on main. 2 car garage with extra storage. Private Brick elevated deck off LR w/ great privacy. Located on Queens Road live in the middle of it all with space to grow.
www.morepics.info/2206656
UNDER CONTRACT! Great attention to detail is found in this updated home on a cul-de-sac in convenient Cobblestone. Features include oil rubbed bronze hardware, granite in full baths, recent SS appliances & granite in kitchen.
www.morepics.info/2204589
Cindy Campbell (704) 517-5678 Saint Michaels
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Myers Park
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Myers Park
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Ballantyne Country Club
$620,000 5 Bd, 6 Ba,
$650,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$699,900 4 Bd, 4.5 Ba,
$780,000 Bd, Ba,
Impeccable three story plus basement home on cul de sac lot. Full brick. Two story great room w built in entertainment center. Kitchen features granite, gas cooktop, tile back splash, double oven, and large breakfast area. Must see!!!
www.morepics.info/2176965
Resort Style Living in this Elegant Custom Full Brick Home on the Golf Course overlooking the Fairway & the Lake. Entertaining is a breeze w/ a Gourmet Kitchen, any Top Chef would enjoy along w/ the Formal Dining Room for Holiday Parties!
www.morepics.info/2185517
Luxury & Casual elegance define this very livable custom home. Open floor plan includes an inviting study w/ builtins, beautiful great room w/ coffered ceilings and a large kitchen w/granite, stainless and all the bells and whistles!
www.morepics.info/2202180
2 parcels being sold. Smaller parcel has road frontage and 2nd parcel directly behind. Great commercial development opportunity.
www.morepics.info/2169520
Michelle Ferretti (704) 773-7849 Deerfield Creek
Laurie Zdyb (704) 989-3469 Providence Country Club
Glenda Gravatt (704) 367-7283 Ballantyne Country Club
Suzanne Severs (704) 367-7352 Sterling Forest
$798,000 5 Bd, 5 Ba,
$799,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$799,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$849,900 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
Spectacular Opportunity. Surrounding landscaping & tranquil outdoor living inspire an element of instant calm. Seamless integration between water featured pool & spa, built-in stone BBQ grill, expansive terrace & separate stone f/p.
www.morepics.info/2188119 Tammy Roten (704) 236-2239 Ballantyne Country Club
Beautiful Lot with views of Carmel Country Club golf course!! Priced $200,000 below tax value! Large lot with a huge ranch home. Home needs updating and is priced to sell. Home being sold in as is condition.
www.morepics.info/2184585 Joan Goode (704) 602-4276 Tuckaway Park
Great location, large private lot, hardi plank and stone exterior, First floor master, side load garage, covered back porch, hardwoods on first floor. Floor plans shown for general purpose, may have slight variations
www.morepics.info/2181784 Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572
Fabulous RENOVATION opportunity on the 7th tee of Myers Park Country Club ! Beautiful view of the course on .69 of an acre. Sold “ AS IS” condition!
www.morepics.info/2197168 Paige Siner-Laurie (704) 541-2500 Myers Park
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$875,000 5 Bd, 5 Ba,
Enjoy the stunning BCC golf course and lake views from this wonderful five bedroom home. Kitchen and Master Bath have been beautifully renovated by Joel Carriker. Just a few special features include Dacor, Bosch and Sub Zero appliances.
$975,000 4 Bd, 5 Ba, Under contract; Exceptional property in gated community of Whitehall. Updated home offers wonderful floor plan w/ 2 fire places, 9 ft. ceilings, extensive moldings, impressive formal & casual living areas. Master suite w/ his & her baths, private study.
www.morepics.info/2207057
www.morepics.info/2207269
$1,094,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
Gorgeous condo ready to move into! Spacious, open living areas, gourmet KT, study, site-finished hdwd flrs, 10” clgs, huge covered porches. Formal gardens,tennis,beautiful pool, secured pkg gar, storage closets, concierge service!
$1,099,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba, Upgraded unit ready to move into! Office, gourmet KT, site-finished hdwd flrs, 10” clgs, huge covered porches. RW has 9 acres of gorgeous grounds w/ formal gardens,tennis,pool, secured pkg gar, storage closets, concierge service.
www.morepics.info/2100277
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Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Ballantyne Country Club
Jean Bridges (704) 367-7285 Myers Park
Melissa Stewart (704) 996-9080
Melissa Stewart (704) 996-9080
$1,150,000 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
$1,195,000 4 Bd, 6 Ba,
$1,195,000 Bd, Ba,
$1,200,000 Bd, Ba,
Panoramic views, finely crafted finishes, versatile flrplan, custom int finishes & great attention to architectural detail just begin to describe this Arcadia-blt home in BCC. Quality of construction seldom available!
www.morepics.info/2107849
Executive home featuring extensive upgrades. Open floor plan w/ a large master suite down. It exudes great style and warmth and offers an abundance of windows. Perfect for entertaining w/ expansive indoor/ outdoor areas.
www.morepics.info/2204393
Expansive 9.5 acre waterfront lot in Deer Meadow section. Across the street is protected deer preserve/common area meaning nothing will be built. Entire 9.5 acres was cleared, making lot #175 one of the most pristine in The Sanctuary.
www.morepics.info/2195117
Easy laying 1.6 acre lot in prestigious Carmel Park Development. Gentle building site with exceptional lake views. This great site would be the perfect place to build the home of your dreams!
www.morepics.info/2204273
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Bathllantyne Country Club
Jean Bridges (704) 367-7285 Eastover
Suzanne Severs (704) 367-7352 The Sanctuary
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Carmel Park
$1,265,000 5 Bd, 7 Ba,
$1,345,000 5 Bd, 6 Ba,
$1,449,000 4 Bd, 7 Ba,
$1,490,000 5 Bd, 5 Ba,
Rare combination of elegance and warmth with inviting open floorplan. Gourmet kitchen (Dacor, GE Monogram, Bosch SS applcs), charming hearth room w/ stone f/p, lrg breakfast area and adjoining GR w/ awesome pool, golf and lake views.
www.morepics.info/2181419
Dramatic French Provincial of incomparable beauty, quality and size with classic proportions and exquisite architectural details. Features striking LR w/wood/gas fireplace, extra large DR with hardwoods, chef’s dream kitchen.
www.morepics.info/2205062
Luxury custom built estate home situated on 5 acre wooded lot in one of the most exclusive lake communities. Owner’s suite on main level. Elevator, wine cellar & outdoor living on screened terrace w/ fireplace. 17 acre waterfront amenity center.
www.morepics.info/2095299
New 5 bed, 5 bath custom home featuring quality throughout. Cathedral ceilings, custom built ins, hand hewn hardwood floors add to luxurious comforts in this 5,600 square foot residence. Resting on a wooded setting.
www.morepics.info/2152807
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Ballantyne Country Club
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Mia Manor
Suzanne Severs (704) 367-7352 The Sanctuary
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Carmel Park
$1,499,900 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
$1,550,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
Incredible view of MPCC golf cours! Stunning penthouse. Large open living areas, private master suite w/huge closet, cozy den and private office both with built-ins, cook’s kitchen, huge covered porch perfect for seasonal dining.
$1,950,000 6 Bd, 5 Ba, Elegant home in desirable Eastover lives large w/6 beds & 4.5 baths. Master on main level. 2 Jack-n-Jill baths connect large bedrooms + home office upstairs. Gleaming hardwoods! Chef’s kitchen. Pastoral setting right in the middle of town!
$2,200,000 5 Bd, 5 Ba,
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www.morepics.info/2181142
Motivated Seller!! Absolutely gorgeous, immaculate home -renovated KT with marble tops, 8-burner Viking cktp, dbl ovens, wmg drawer, subzero wine fridge, built-in Miele coffee machine etc. Huge master w/ renovated marble MBTH.
www.morepics.info/2181551 Melissa Stewart (704) 996-9080 Morrocroft Estates
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Melissa Stewart (704) 996-9080 Myers Park
Joe Sibielski (704) 617-7500 Eastover
REDUCED!! Elegantly renovated estate in the heart of Historic Dilworth located on a half acre lot with private yard, heated pool, relaxing waterfall and pond, an entertainers dream! Masterpiece is a beauty to behold!
www.morepics.info/2147622 Joan Goode (704) 953-3035 Dilworth
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North Mecklenburg ••• North Mecklenburg ••• schools schools Public Schools Public Schools
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 980.343.3000 www.cms.k12.nc.us Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 980.343.3000 www.cms.k12.nc.us
Private Schools: Private Schools:
Hickory Grove Baptist Christian School tk-12 704-531-4008 www.hgbcs.org Hickory Grove Baptist Christian School tk-12 704-531-4008 www.hgbcs.org Northside Christian Academy pk-12 704-596-4074 www.ncaknights.com Northside Christian Academy pk-12 704-596-4074 www.ncaknights.com Southlake Christian Academy k-12 704-949-2200 www.southlakechristian.com Southlake Christian Academy k-12 704-949-2200 www.southlakechristian.com
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Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Lowes Motor Speedway, Northlake Mall, University City, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, Lowes Motor Speedway, Northlake Mall, University City, UNCC, Mallard Creek & Clark’s Creek Greenway, Charlotte Sports Center, Reedy Creek Park. UNCC, Mallard Creek & Clark’s Creek Greenway, Charlotte Sports Center, Reedy Creek Park. Charlotte Museum of History, Hezekiah Alexander Homesite. Charlotte Museum of History, Hezekiah Alexander Homesite.
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aboutnorth northmecklenburg mecklenburg about
The area of North Charlotte has been exploding in recent months. Along interstate The area of North Charlotte has been exploding in recent months. Along interstate corridors corridors you will find numerous shopping and dining venues, especially as you head north you will find numerous shopping and dining venues, especially as you head north through through Huntersville, Davidson and Cornelius on your way to Lake Norman. Davidson Huntersville, Davidson and Cornelius on your way to Lake Norman. Davidson College and College and UNCC offer extensive cultural events to the public and you will find new UNCC offer extensive cultural events to the public and you will find new communities dotting communities dotting the landscape that truly bring the small town feel to this growing the landscape that truly bring the small town feel to this growing Charlotte suburban area. Charlotte suburban area.
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north mecklenburg area
$34,900 Bd, Ba, desireable area.
Great vacant lot in
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$49,900 3 Bd, 1 Ba,
Tenant in place at $725/month. New HVAC, kitchen cabinets, sink, disposal, appliances, counters in 2012. Hardwood floors refinished. New tile in bath.
www.morepics.info/2196456
$94,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Great 3rd floor unit w/ vaulted ceilings in great rm, dining & master. Split BR plan great for roommates. Secure entry. Open kitchen w/breakfast bar, lighted corner cabinet w/glass front, separate laundry/utility rm. Wood-burning fpl.
www.morepics.info/2181634
$95,000 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
Great investor opportunity - Tenant occupied 2 bedroom, home on very large lot. Opportunity to cash flow positive, plus subdivide for 2nd home.
www.morepics.info/2203784
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Robyn Riordan (704) 905-4991 Wandawood
Danielle Nanney (704) 651-1017 Hyde Park
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 None
$95,500 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$99,900 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
$102,500 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$108,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Freshly Painted, New Appliances, Private Garden Area with Screened Porch, Soaring Ceilings with Brick Surround Fireplace, Two Private Master Bedrooms with Lg. Closets, Adorable! This property is located in a 55 and older community
www.morepics.info/2163124
Move-In Ready stunning townhome with a great floorplan. Large open living room and great kitchen layout. Large master suite with dual vanities with lots of natural light. Second bedroom has private bath, vaulted ceiling and large closet.
www.morepics.info/2205938
Second floor condo with Split BR floor plan. Open kitchen w/ breakfast bar, cherry finish cabinets (decorative glass front corner & pantry style). Open living area & dining area. Nice Laundry Rm with overhead cabinet storage.
www.morepics.info/2177814
Spacious 3 BR, 2FBA Townhome in Convenient Location. Close to Northlake Mall, Shopping, Restaurants & Major Roads. Currently Being Leased & Only Showings Through Listing Agent, All Appliances Remain “As Is”.
www.morepics.info/2158197
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 University Heights
Danielle Nanney (704) 651-1017 Hyde Park
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Towne Meadows At Treyburn
$109,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$110,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba, Lovely 2Br, 2.5Ba townhome with upgrades. Granite In kitchen and baths, Italian tile floors in kitchen, foyer, and baths. Two master suites upstairs. Community pool. Convenient to I-77, I-85, I-485, University and Uptown.
$114,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba, Lovely, well maintained home! Breakfast room off kitchen, which opens to beautiful living room with gas fireplace. Two huge master suites upstairs with walk in closets and large garden tubs to relax in! Private patio area in the back!
$115,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba, Amazing 3rd floor unit features vaulted ceilings, wood-burning fireplace. Split BR floor plan. Open kitchen w/ breakfast bar, cherry finish cabinets, Huge open living area & dining area. Fabulous master bath!
1.5 Story with Large Rec room Needs a little TLC great potential and a motivated seller and PRICE $19,000 BELOW TAX VALUE
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T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 None
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Huntington Ridge
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921
Danielle Nanney (704) 651-1017 Hyde Park
$119,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba, 3 bedroom TH with master bedroom on the 1st story. New roof & exterior painted., replacement windows w/ a lifetime warranty, new furnace & AC (2012), enclosed porch/Florida room, 42” cabinets in kitchen, gas fireplace, oversized garage!
$120,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
$129,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$133,450 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
www.morepics.info/2177393 Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Davis Lake
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Private community pool, finished walk-out basement, upgraded flooring on main level, lower level has full bath and light filled office, raised balcony off kitchen, custom paint, don’t miss one of the nicest homes in this community.
www.morepics.info/2188225 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Old Stone Crossing
Check out this beautifully renovated home. No expense spared in its renovation. Custom wet bar, kitchen, bathrooms, all new stainless steel appliances, hardwoods throughout living area. To many upgrades to count!
www.morepics.info/2183341 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Lake Forest
All brick TH w/ Davidson location & schools. Feel the warmth of the Beautiful hand scraped wood floors on main level, FP in Great room for cozy atmosphere, MBR & 2nd BR have private baths, single car garage opens to fenced courtyard.
www.morepics.info/2203306 Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Summers Walk
north mecklenburg area
$139,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
This recently updated 4 bedroom home features great open living spaces, upgraded appliances, brand new refrigerator and new paint. Easy access to 485 and Uptown makes this an ideal location to own tons of space at a great price.
www.morepics.info/2188758
$139,999 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Great TH in University City! Convenient location near I-485 and I-85. Features include: 3 bedrooms + loft, 2.5 bathrooms, upgraded kitchen with stainless appliances (including refrigerator), crown molding, recessed lighting.
www.morepics.info/2163161
$140,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Great Home! Granite kitchen in 2013! All new hardwood like laminate flooring. Tile in baths. Sunny open floorplan w/gas log fireplace in great room. Split BR plan. Plantation blinds. Fenced yard in well landscaped yard w/patio.
www.morepics.info/2173641
$144,837 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Great Investment Property! Lovely neighborhood with community pool. Currently tenant occupied at $1200 per month. Tenant is Section 8 and has been in property for 8+ years Priced below tax value. www.brawleyfarmshoa.com
www.morepics.info/2190307
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Brawley Farms
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Mallard Lake
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Robyns Glen
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Brawley Farms
$149,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$150,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
New HGTV style kitchen! Cook’s Dream w/custom solid wood cabinets,Granite & S/S appl. Gas Stove. New HW floors & carpeting in this beautiful home! Roof in 2011. New Garden back door overlooking fenced, professionally landscaped yard. www.morepics.info/2188837
$150,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$152,500 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Woodlynn Court
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Arbor Creek
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Woodbury
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Prosperity
$154,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
$155,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$155,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$157,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba, Charming 3 Bedroom with a 2 Car Garage, Adorable Court Yard, Hardwood Floors in Kitchen and Breakfast, Spacious Great Room Centered with Fireplace, Custom Blinds and Plantation Shutters, Walk in Closet Large Master,Minutes from I77.
Great starter home with open floor plan. Owner has installed new carpet and painted, so home is move in ready. Natural light throughout, gas fireplace, large open kitchen with eat in dining. Master bedroom bath has dual vanity.
www.morepics.info/2203924
Charming and well maintained 2 bedroom Oakhurst Townhome. Close proximity to Birkdale and Historic Davidson. Large floorplan with one of the only sunrooms in the neighborhood. Privacy fence and garden patio area.
www.morepics.info/2198920
Great room w/ cathedral ceiling & gas log fpl w/heating unit. Remodeled kitchen, newer appliances & pergo flooring. Pleated shades & blinds. Ready for immediate occupancy. Great social community w/all the amenities of Highland Creek.
www.morepics.info/2197000
Pristine! Desirable Woodbury! Open floorplan, 42 inch cabinetry, black appliances, laminate in kitchen and breakfast, bedroom and full bath on main, master bath with dual vanity, garden tub and separate shower and huge walk in closet.
www.morepics.info/2201862
Traditional two story with beautiful screened porch overlooking wooded private backyard, freshly painted exterior trim, new roof, water heater’09,new vinyl flooring in baths,& new fixtures in Master! Very spacious family room!
www.morepics.info/2202872
Beautifully pampered one-owner home. Bright & sunny large kitchen w/some updated appliances. Open loft/bonus room on upper level. Spacious bedrooms. Flat yard w/new entertaining sized deck. Newer light fixtures, fans & hot water heater.www.morepics.info/2180800
www.morepics.info/2201406
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Ravenwood
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Vermillion
$157,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$159,900 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
$159,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$159,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Pride of ownership is evident in this well cared for 3 bedroom featuring a bright open floor plan. New floors and paint make this a move in ready home. The large fully fenced back yard offers great space for outdoor entertaining.
www.morepics.info/2180094 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Turnberry
Great one bedroom condo in 28th Row. This modern condo has tall ceilings, stained concrete floors, granite, 42” cabinets and stainlees appliances. Walk to everything NoDa has to offer from this secured entry building.
www.morepics.info/2206195 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Immaculate and ready for quick possession! Stone front and beautiful professional landscaping. Real 3/4” oak hdwds on main, kit w/ss refrigerator, gas stove and lg pantry. Ceramic tile bas. Vaulted owners suite w/garden tub & sep shower.
www.morepics.info/2198287 Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
SOLD!! Almost new home loaded with upgrades! Upgraded front door, laminate floors, carpet, lighting, paint, fixtures, granite, tile backs plash, granite vanity w/bowl sink, two walk-in closets & separate garden tub and shower in master.
www.morepics.info/2055669 Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Woodbury
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north mecklenburg area
$159,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Beautiful, elegant ranch plan in maintenance-free community. Landscaping included in HOA. Upgraded kitchen cabinets & flooring. Stunning curb appeal w/stone accents. Well cared for! Island solid surface kitchen w/ all appliances!
www.morepics.info/2193635
$162,500 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Beautiful updated home. New roof 2009. Open sunny floorplan w/newer appliances including refrigerator. Mature yard & patio. Vaulted owners suite w/soaking tub & large walk-in closet. Easy commutes to uptown too. Sold ‘’as is’’
www.morepics.info/2178186
$164,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Wonderful space in this freshly painted 4 Bdrm 3 full bath home! Master down, 2nd bedroom or office down. Lg GR w/fp & vaulted ceiling. Spacious, open dr. Efficiently designed kit w/breakfast area overlooking huge, fenced yard.
www.morepics.info/2193044
$164,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
This huge newly remodeled home is a must see. With new carpet and paint throughout, new kitchen appliances, new light fixtures and ceiling fans, new HVAC condensers and much more, the only thing left to do is move in.
www.morepics.info/2199470
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Prosperity Ridge
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Rolling Oaks
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Buckleigh
$165,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$175,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$179,900 Bd, Ba,
$180,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Great open floor plan on cul-de-sac! Eat in kitchen with bay window, large master suite with vaulted ceiling, garden tub and separate shower, bonus or 4th bedroom upstairs and large custom deck with arbor.
www.morepics.info/2187295
Incredible floorplan! 2 story entry w/hdwds, opens to Great Room. Chef’s kitchen w/lrg pantry, opens to DR for entertaining. Main flr private office. Elegant master. Great neighborhood w/pool, playground, tennis courts, club house.
www.morepics.info/2092288
2.38 acre level building lot in Gated Community of Stillwell, Huntersville countryside, convenient location and beautiful estate homes, lot is priced to sell!
www.morepics.info/2202991
Beautiful historic home with tons of Charm. This home in a perfect location to the Blue line light rail extension.VERY short walk to proposed station on 25th st. Completely private back yard makes you feel like you are not even in the city!
www.morepics.info/2207494
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 The Villages Of Leacroft
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Arbor Hills
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Stillwell
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 The Arts District
$180,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$181,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$184,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$185,000 4 Bd, 2 Ba,
Gorgeous end unit townhome. tile kitchen w/raised panel cabinets. Dining room opens to 2-story great room that centers around the gas log fireplace. Main floor owners suite w/spa-like bath. Two large secondary bedrooms upstairs.
www.morepics.info/2197790
Incredible lake & cul-de-sac lot. 3BR Ranch floorplan w/Bonus Room upstairs. Freshly painted and ready to go. Incredible view of Lake from Deck & Yard.
www.morepics.info/2190578
Truly one-of-a kind. Split bedroom/Ranch in much sought after Falcon Ridge. Ext. hdwds.Spacious GR Rm w/fp.Efficiently designed kitchen.Tucked away MSTR Ste w/lg closet, dual sinks, stand up shwr. Patio overlooks deck w/covered gazebo.
www.morepics.info/2206891
Gorgeous Ranch home on a quiet 1/2 acre cul-de-sac lot. Open Ranch floorplan w/tons of hardwood floors. Open kitchen & great room. Formal Living Room & Dining Room. Private owner’s suite w/ doors opening to deck & yard.
www.morepics.info/2190747
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Norcroft
$185,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$193,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$199,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$199,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Beautiful! Spacious & bright. Open, flowing floorplan. Lots of upgrades & model quality decor. All 1st floor hdwds. Magazine style powder room. Elegant owners suite w/jetted tub, CT kitchen & master bath. Fresh paint, hdwd & light fixtures.
www.morepics.info/2195890 Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
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Beautiful brick front w/stone patio & professional landscaping. Soaring 2 sty entry. New roof ‘06, New HVAC ‘10. Newer S/S appls incl refrig in island kitchen. $5000 buyer redecorating allowance at closing can cover granite/carpeting.
www.morepics.info/2183056 Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Front porch overlooks natural area/HW Flrs in foyer, DR, Kitchen/Open flr plan from kitchen, DR & GR/ Great for Entertaining/Spacious Kit has Center Island. Mst BR accented trey ceiling & fan/ w/in closet 2 car garage, attic storage.
www.morepics.info/2194334 Patricia Langevin (704) 547-8900 Monteith Park
Beautiful historic home with tons of Charm. Perfect location to the Blue line light rail extension. Completely private back yard makes you feel like you are not even in the city! Beautiful back deck great for entertaining.
www.morepics.info/2172061 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 The Arts District
north mecklenburg area
$200,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Beautiful In & Out! Gorgeous curb appeal & fenced yard on quiet cul de sac.New granit & SS appls; Island/Bar Kitch.Tile b/splash & Flooring.Updated baths,fixtures,h/ware & mouldings.Brazilian Cherry hdwds on main new carpeting upper.
www.morepics.info/2181952
$200,000 , , Excellent location off Harrisburg Rd and I-485 with 5.16 acres. There is a dwelling on the property that being sold in AS-IS condition. www.morepics.info/2133954
$212,000 , ,
5.3 Wooded Acres located in Huntersville, Secluded by not Isolated. Build your dream home! Easy Access to I 485, Set up for a Basement, City Sewer and Water, Gravel Drive already cut to building site, Small Creek/Spring.
www.morepics.info/2068246
$213,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Front porch welcomes you to this beautiful 4 BDRM & a bonus in popular Hampton Place! Formal living rm or office. Formal DR w/hdwds. Efficiently desinged kit w/ample storage & bkfst nook. Lg FR w/fireplace.
www.morepics.info/2163492
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Quail Ridge
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Hampton Place
$215,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$215,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$215,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$217,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba, Welcome to the beautifully maintained 4 bdrm home located on cul-de-sac. Newer roof, HVAC, furnace, tankless HWT, carpet. Spacious formal Lr & Dr. Efficiently designed kit w/ample storage & counter space, cer tile flr overlooks warm inviting GR
WONDERFUL HOME IN FABULOUS MONTEITH PARK! Elegant DR opening to the front porch, comfortable GR and spacious eat-in kitchen w/ all the upgrades, make entertaining, family time or quiet relaxation a breeze. STUNNING!
www.morepics.info/2203775
Spectacular Saussy Burbank home in the coveted Monteith Neighborhood. Hardwoods, open floor plans, plenty of natural sunlight, spacious master bedroom w/ trey ceiling. Updated kitchen w/ new appliances, granite! Private fence, patio!
www.morepics.info/2184892
Wonderful home w/ loads of charm & upgrades. Double covered front porches w/ ceiling fans, covered back porch, enlarged patio, fenced yard. Monteith Park offers wonderful amenities! Pool w/ slide, playground, clubhouse & walking trails.
www.morepics.info/2188674
www.morepics.info/2202543
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Monteith Park
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Monteith Park
Justin Kennelly 980-225-6363 Monteith Park
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
$225,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$225,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
$235,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Full brick custom home! Large .36 acre corner lot, 3 bds & HUGE bonus room, 2 1/2 baths, side load 2 car garage, formal LR & DR, newly installed hardwood floors, heavy crown mouldings, kitchen has marble floors & marble counter tops. www.morepics.info/2187211
$240,000 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
Immaculate! Center of cul-de-sac w/garden of paradise. Granite in S/S kitchen w/tile backsplash & computer desk. Outdoor living space w/expanded deck & new fenced heavily treed yard. Bright, open! A Must See!
www.morepics.info/2176835
Master on Main! Maint free backyard-mature trees,fence & irrigation to enjoy from screened porch.New roof ‘07,new HVAC ‘08, new HW heater ‘12. All hardwoods on main w/slate baths. $10K Credit to Buyer @ Closing for Decorating Allowance.
www.morepics.info/2197388
Nestled in the Privacy of a Large Wooded Lot, this beautiful brick home boasts 5 large bedrooms, kitchen w/island & Stainless appliances, New carpet, Brazilian Rosewood floors, Power Sky Window, 2 person Whirlpool Tub, Screened Porch.www.morepics.info/2202150
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Colvard Park
Bruce Juengst (980) 721-7681 Sweetwater
$242,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba, Stunning home with upgrades throughout. Home features heavy trim, hardwoods, granite, SS appls, custom back splash and fireplace, jetted tub, game room, office, master on main, large bedrooms, tons of windows, heated workshop in basement!
$248,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$249,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Modern, Walkable, and Convenient Location. Enjoy Plaza Midwood’s entertainment/ retail district. Exposed concrete block, barn door, oversized shower in master, 10’ and 12’ ceilings. Large commercial grade windows for great views!
$259,900 5 Bd, 4 Ba, Beautiful David Weekly home on 1/3 acre wooded, fenced level yard. Walk to shopping, gym, pre-school, salons & restaurants. Well maintained 1 owner home. EXTENSIVE hdwd. Fresh paint. Heavy mouldings. $5000 flooring allowance @ closing,
www.morepics.info/2191406
www.morepics.info/2206359
www.morepics.info/2201805 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 None
Beautiful bungalow in Birkdale overlooking park! Inviting front porch, screened rear porch, 42”cabinets, 12’ ceilings, new HVAC, entire exterior new paint, PRESTIGIOUS LOCATION in community w/Golf, Residents Club, Pool, Tennis!
www.morepics.info/2187647 Bruce Juengst (980) 721-7681 Birkdale
Joe Sibielski (704) 617-7500 Midwood
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Eastfield Village
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north mecklenburg area
$275,000 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
Gorgeous professionally decorated Saussy Burbank home. New Granite Kitchen. Extensive Hardwoods on main. 1st floor owners suite plus 4 BR (4th is bonus) on 2nd floor. Private office on main. Huge deck on low maintenance free home.
www.morepics.info/2207110
$275,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
Magazine Quality-you won’t be disappointed. Heavily wooded premium lot. High (sealed) crawl & freshly stained deck. Open bright & freshly painted interior-all neutral! EXTENSIVE hardwoods on main. Guest BR & Bath on main.
www.morepics.info/2189770
$279,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
House Beautiful! Newly remodeled kit w/granite & SS appl. Cook’s dream w/gas stove, huge island, dual ovens, and custom tile back splash. New roof 09. Wow Factor w/ 2 Sty foyer & great room. Elegant stair case in open floor plan
www.morepics.info/2191271
$305,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Lg 4 bedroom home w/fantastic layout. 2-story Great Rm., Living Rm, Lg Dining Rm. w/passage way between Kitchen & Butler’s Pantry & 1st Floor Sunroom. Spacious Master w/Sitting Rm. UPDATED Master Bath. Screened porch.
www.morepics.info/2127694
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Frances Dawson (704) 701-7599 Northstone
$309,900 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
$309,900 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$337,900 5 Bd, 5 Ba,
$339,900 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Designed w/distinction & generous space! Upgrades galore! Private cul-de-dac. Extensive hdwds on 1st flr. New Luxurious carpet up. Formal LR & DR w/trey ceiling. 2 sty GR opens to ample kit w/ island, granite, SS appls & Travertine floor.
www.morepics.info/2200733
New Floor Plan offering Environmental Friendly Living of High Energy Efficiency Heating and Cooling.
www.morepics.info/2189044
Every detail describes perfection in this lovely home. Gracious entertaining! I DR leading to Butler pantry & efficient Kitchen for those who like to cook & entertain at the same time - Dbl ovens, gas stove, granite, ss appl.
www.morepics.info/2165397
Privacy! Pristine home. Everything you could ask for to enjoy the Skybrook lifestyle. 3 Levels of quality. Chefs kitchen w/cherry, granite, s/s and hardwoods. Formal areas plus Great Rm with stone FP, open Sunroom. Huge deck! Maint free living! www.morepics.info/2194757
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Monteith Park
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Skybrook
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Skybrook
$350,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
$350,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$350,000 32 Bd, 16 Ba,
$350,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Designed w/distinction! Prof decorated 5 bed 2 1/2 bath w/abundant amenities. 1st floor owner’s suite. Ext. hardwoods on 1st floor. Efficiently designed dream kitchen w/breakfast area overlooking warm, comfortable gr room.
www.morepics.info/2170721
Updated brick 1.5 stry w/master 18x21 down in popular Sherwood Forest.2 car gar w/workshop=heat & 2 car attached garage. Oak kitchen cabinets, granite counters, stainless appls, fresh paint. New carpet upstairs, lots of wd down.
www.morepics.info/2202679
Seller is willing to hold back 2nd mortgage option with full price offer; great investment opportunity,comes with new HVAC, heat pumps, interior doors, and more for each unit.
www.morepics.info/2189737
Updated brick 1.5 stry. w/ master down in popular Sherwood Forest Huntersville. oak kitchen cabinets granite, s/s appls., fresh paint, new carpet upstairs, lots of wd down. New windows & siding. Walk to elem school & park. Nice
www.morepics.info/2180219
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Stephens Grove
Nona Thompson (704) 365-9727 Sherwood Forest
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Annecy
Nona Thompson (704) 365-9727 Sherwood Forest
$375,000 5 Bd, 5 Ba, STUNNING Golf Course basement home. Soaring family room ceiling w/wall of windows. Gourmet granite kitchen w/keeping room & stainless steel appliances (blk microwave). Elegant owners suite w/separate sitting area/office. Guest room w/full bath.
$389,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
$400,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$455,000 3 Bd, 5 Ba,
www.morepics.info/2203623 Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
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Magnificent full brick Shea home. Gorgeous curb appeal w/3 car side load garage. 1/3 acre level, landscaped & fenced yard. Immaculate, neutral professionally decorated home. Granite kit w/huge island & S/S appl’s. Sunny bkfst area.
www.morepics.info/2204546 Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Beautiful stately 3 story home on golf course. Updated granite kitchen & baths. Screened porch & patio w/ fire pit. 3rd floor media room plus game room. Gorgeous decor w/fabulous open sunny floorplan, Elegant owners suite w/private office.
www.morepics.info/2202663 Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Welcoming Front Porch, Spacious Open Floor plan with wide plank hardwood floors, Plantation Shutters, Stone Accents in Kitchen & Dining, Granite, Custom Cabinets, Fenced Back Yard, Deck, & Lg. Screened Porch, Stunning!
www.morepics.info/2202691 Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Vermillion
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Union County ••• Union ••• County schools schools
Public Schools Public Schools
Union County Schools 704-283-3733 www.ucps.k12.us Union County Schools 704-283-3733 www.ucps.k12.us
Private Schools: Private Schools:
Lake Park Christian Academy: 704-882-6267 www.lakeparkacademy.org Lake Park Christian Academy: 704-882-6267 www.lakeparkacademy.org Metrolina Christian Academy: k-12 704-882-3375 www.metrolinachristian.org Metrolina Christian Academy: k-12 704-882-3375 www.metrolinachristian.org Sonrise Christian School: preK-8 704-821-1886 www.sonrisechristian.org Sonrise Christian School: preK-8 704-821-1886 www.sonrisechristian.org Shining Light Baptist Academy: 704-283-1480 www.slba.net Shining Light Baptist Academy: 704-283-1480 www.slba.net
area area attractions attractions
Cane Creek Park, Queens Cup Steeplechase, Charlotte Siskey Family YMCA, Wingate Cane Creek Park, Queens Cup Steeplechase, Charlotte Siskey Family YMCA, Wingate University, the Storefront Theater, Music on Main, Museum of the University, the Storefront Theater, Music on Main, Museum of the Waxhaws, Rainbow Theater, Union County Symphony, Blooming Arts Festival, Weddington Waxhaws, Rainbow Theater, Union County Symphony, Blooming Arts Festival, Weddington Fall Festival. Fall Festival. For more info: For more info: Union County Chamber of Commerce: Union County Chamber of Commerce: www.unioncountycoc.com www.unioncountycoc.com
about about union union
This county is the fastest growing county in the metro area, and the 19th fastest-growing This county is the fastest growing county in the metro area, and the 19th fastest-growing county in the nation. Marvin, Weddington, Indian Trail, Wesley Chapel and Mineral Springs county in the nation. Marvin, Weddington, Indian Trail, Wesley Chapel and Mineral Springs are all thriving communities that are rich in history and maintaining their small town charm as are all thriving communities that are rich in history and maintaining their small town charm economic prosperity encompasses the area. Monroe, the county seat offers a “small Charlotte” as economic prosperity encompasses the area. Monroe, the county seat offers a “small list of events and entertainment. Festivals abound as this incredibly growing area successfully Charlotte” list of events and entertainment. Festivals abound as this incredibly growing area maintains the charm of the South! successfully maintains the charm of the South! www.visitcharlotte.com www.visitcharlotte.com
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$90,000 , ,
Incredible opportunity to purchase 2 homesites for an incredible price.
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$118,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba, Great opportunity to be in super schools for under $130k, granite counters, new floors, new deck looking over wooded backyard. updated electrical and all new water pipes, new lights.. home shows very well www.morepics.info/2175603
$133,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Fantastic wood lot on nearly 1 acre! Double lot, front porch, screened porch in rear, laminate floors on main level, formal DR, formal LR, den w/gas fireplace, breakfast nook, kitchen w/window overlooking the backyard.
www.morepics.info/2173297
$137,500 Bd, Ba,
Beautiful wooded 5+acre lot located in the neighborhood of Deerfield Estates. Less than 5 minutes from downtown Waxhaw & only 35 minutes to downtown Charlotte.
www.morepics.info/2206660
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Timberlake
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Deerfield Plantation
$159,900 Bd, Ba,
$249,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba, Beautiful home for entertaining. Clean and updated with hardwoods, granite, gas range, fresh paint and new carpet. Gorgeous fenced backyard. Features all the upgrades including oversized master suite and closet. All appliance in the kitchen convey..
$275,000 4 Bd, 2 Ba,
$279,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
Wooded Lot in Highly prestigious Providence Downs South: a GATED community with resort style amenities. Luxurious furnished clubhouse 3 pools including a LAZY RIVER and water slid. Cconvenient to upscale shopping and dining.
www.morepics.info/2196123 Cherri Strome (704) 201-8394 Providence Downs South
$329,000 Bd, Ba,
Nature abounds with this magnificent “Equestrian Property” in one of Union County’s prettiest gated communities! Over 16 acres on a cul-de-sac offers natural riding trails & is open and wooded.. Zoned Residential!
www.morepics.info/2128747
www.morepics.info/2197196
Great opportunitty to own full brick home on just shy of an acre in Cuthbertson School district, custom home with hardwood floors, high ceilings and large 4th bedroom/bonus. Over sized garage 26x31 with full apartment above with bath!
www.morepics.info/2185360
Bright open floorplan w/ plenty of flexibility! Elegant formals w/ hardwoods, stunning 2-story GR open to kitchen w/ upgraded cabinets & island. Main level master & guest BR. Master w/ trey ceiling, sitting area, jetted tub & separate shower.
www.morepics.info/2198578
Joe Sibielski (704) 617-7500 Crismark
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Oak Hill Plantation
Alyce Walker (704) 362-4112 Crismark
$330,900 6 Bd, 3 Ba, Stunning Full Brick 2 Story Home on a Private Cul de Sac Homesite with fenced in yard and mature landscaping.. This home shows like a model home with all the included upgraded features throughout. A Gourmet Kitchen that any Top Chef would love!
$332,900 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$350,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
www.morepics.info/2194874
Full brick home on golf course! Mainly a 1 story home w/ only the bonus/bedroom and full bath upstairs, large master bedroom, office w/french doors,hardwood floors. Rocking chair front porch, inground irrigation, side load 2 car garage.
www.morepics.info/2146690
Truly spectacular! Custom-built all-brick one-level home has generous rooms, all w/ incredible detail! From the custom front door with beveled glass to the gleaming HW floors & beyond to the heavy base, crown, doorway & window moldings.
www.morepics.info/2207003
Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 The Farms Of Willoughby
Laurie Zdyb (704) 989-3469 Brandon Oaks
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Olde Sycamore
Maureen Regele (704) 605-5444 Court Square
$356,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$365,000 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
$375,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
$386,100 , ,
2 Story Full Brick Home with 3 car garage in Winding Creek Neighborhood. Owner Suite on the Main level, Open Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, breakfast area, pantry and plenty of cabinets. Hardwoods throughout!
www.morepics.info/2135449 Laurie Zdyb (704) 989-3469 Winding Creek
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Stunning Full Brick Home on 2.32 acres w/ a fabulous private outdoor living area w/ an inground pool. Mstr Suite on main. Gourmet kitchen w/ granite, double oven, island, natural light. Open GR w/ hardwoods, fireplace and scenic views.
www.morepics.info/2201822 Laurie Zdyb (704) 989-3469 Tallwood Estates I
Amazing! Olde Sycamore Golf Plantation! Cul-de-sac, front porch, irrigation system, new deck w/gazebo, fenced yard & new Trane heating & cooling system. Kitchen loaded! High-end cabinets, granite, hardwoods, s/s apps, grand morning room.
www.morepics.info/2184372 Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Olde Sycamore
Privacy for an estate home or small subdivision! Walk to all three Weddington schools, 7.02 acres, one acre pond, meadow, managed for 20 years for wildlife, walking trail, quiet and peaceful.
www.morepics.info/2144598 Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868
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$389,500 5 Bd, 4 Ba, Outstanding! 3 story home on a 1.8 acre wooded lot. Private, park-like setting 5 min. from Wesley Chapel. 5” Hardwoods, Custom Open Kitchen with Butler’s Pantry. Theater Room w/ 92” screen, Projector, Surround Sound. Energy Star Certified. www.morepics.info/2198586
$450,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
Lovely brick ranch on 1.1 acres. Over 3600 SF. Bright and open Great Room overlooks patio and pool areas. Den with fireplace. Formal DR. Spacious Bonus Room. Generous Laundry/pantry. Covered back patio. Invisible Fnc.
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$489,900 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
Stunning full brick home in Weddington! Private wooded lot w/1.2 acres, 2.5 stories, fenced yard, large patio, screened porch, master bedroom on 1st floor, master bathroom recently updated w/ceramic tile, dual vanity w/granite.
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$599,900 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
Fabulous luxury European 2-story estate in prestigious Cureton subdivision. Magnificent custom build brick/ stone home has distinctive amenities including exotic hardwoods, stunning moldings, chefs gourmet kitchen. entertainers dream backyard!
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Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Houston Ridge
Pat Beatty (704) 968-5882 Providence Acres
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Providence Place
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Cureton
$740,000 5 Bd, 6 Ba, Spacious executive home w/great back yard, gleaming hardwood & low union co. taxes. 2 story GR w/ stacked stone FP & builtins. Chefs kitchen w/granite, gas cooktop, dbl ovens. MASTER ON MAIN w/ glamor bath & lg walk-in. Huge rec rm on 2nd fl.
$749,900 4 Bd, 4 Ba, Excellent quality construction, open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, cherry hardwood floors, large dinette, great theater room on the first floor with equipment included, one of the largest back yards in the neighborhood!
$848,000 5 Bd, 7 Ba,
$974,000 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
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Custom built home being build in Weddington! Master and office on main. Large living room and dining room. Chef’s kitchen, back entry with mudroom, upstairs includes 4 bedroom suites each with own bath, a study and large BR.
www.morepics.info/2195175
Luxury estate is one of the Finest homes in Marvin Creek. Featuring; all secondary BRs w/separate sitting area & full baths, chefs gourmet kitchen, screening room, rec room w/ billiards and wet bar, oversized 1.11 acre cul-de-sac lot.
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Cherri Strome (704) 201-8394 Providence Downs
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Providence Downs South
Gloria Fridrich (704) 634-6942 Avery
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Marvin Creek
$1,025,000 6 Bd, 7 Ba, Estate Home nestled on quiet culdesac overlooking a gunite pool, spa and peaceful pond w/soothing fountain- Large terrace & screen patio. Spectacular floorplan! Custom kitchen! Huge MASTER ON MAIN plus 5 lrg bedrms and a loft & bonus rm!
$1,049,000 5 Bd, 6 Ba,
Premier 1.85 acre estate located within a gated community. Features 7000 sq ft with 5 bd, 5 full & 1 half ba, gas fireplaces, 2 gourmet kitchens, and 3-car garage. A MUST SEE basement! Estate designed for entertainment & relaxation.
$1,125,000 5 Bd, 6 Ba, SOLD! Excellent condition, terrific floor plan & a level private acre plus lot make this brick/stone property a wonderful place to call “home”. Gourmet KT w/keeping room & stone fireplace, custom cabinetry thuout, marvelous walkout basement!
$1,399,900 4 Bd, 7 Ba,
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www.morepics.info/2202328
One-of-a-kind estate was given the distinction as one of Charlotte’s most premiere homes. Private retreat offers lake views while situated on approximately 2.5 acres. Exotic materials and finishes throughout, 7 bath rooms, chef’s dream kitchen.
www.morepics.info/2195195
Cherri Strome (704) 201-8394 Providence Downs
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Stratford On Providence
Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Highgate
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Aero Plantation
$1,697,000 5 Bd, 7 Ba, European inspired home radiates warm allure & sophistication. Incredible design & great floor plan, exterior & interior transitional spaces rich in fluidity w/ capacity to enjoy & entertain. Chef’s dream kitchen, elegant DR, rich appointed study.
$1,999,900 5 Bd, 8 Ba,
$2,600,000 4 Bd, 8 Ba,
$4,495,000 5 Bd, 9 Ba,
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Finest Estate nestled in the quietest part of Highgate. Outstanding curb appeal. Model perfect for the buyer who wants total luxury and privacy. Collaboration of Mediterranean and Old World European vision has produced a Dream Home!
www.morepics.info/2141536 Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Highgate
Exceptional French Country estate w. custom details throughout! Huge basement w. media, exercise & rec room, slate roof, walnut floors, custom cabinetry & woodwork. Grand owner’s suite w. heated floors in master bath,elevator, salt water pool.
www.morepics.info/2193016 Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868
Exquisite Manor is among the most exceptional properties in the Charlotte and surrounding areas. Featuring grand-scale luxury and exclusivity the home is apprx. 10,000 sqft of elegant living space. Grand entry w/ dramatic ceilings!
www.morepics.info/2120668 Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Saratoga Woods
UptownNeighborhoods Neighborhoods ••• Uptown schools schools Public Schools Public Schools Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 980.343.3000 www.cms.k12.nc.us Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 980.343.3000 www.cms.k12.nc.us
Private Schools: Private Schools: Trinity Episcopal School www.tescharlotte.org Trinity Episcopal School704-358-8101 704-358-8101 www.tescharlotte.org Charlotte Lutheran School 704-372-7738 www.charlottelutheran.org Charlotte Lutheran School 704-372-7738 www.charlottelutheran.org St. Ann Catholic School 704-525-4938 www.stannscatholicschool.com St. Ann Catholic School 704-525-4938 www.stannscatholicschool.com
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Blumenthal Performing ArtsArts Center, Bank of America Stadium: Home of of thethe Carolina Blumenthal Performing Center, Bank of America Stadium: Home Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Arena: Home of the Charlotte Bobcats, Discovery Place, Mint Museum Panthers, Charlotte Arena: Home of the Charlotte Bobcats, Discovery Place, Mint Museum of Craft & Design, Levine Museum of the New South, Charlotte Symphony, Imaginon of Craft & Design, Levine Museum of the New South, Charlotte Symphony, Imaginon ForFor more info: more info: Charlotte Chamber of Commerce: www.charlottechamber.com Charlotte Chamber of Commerce: www.charlottechamber.com CityCity of Charlotte: www.charmeck.com of Charlotte: www.charmeck.com
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There is building andand construction around every corner of of thethe city’s fastest growing area. There is building construction around every corner city’s fastest growing area. Currently at approx. residents… theCenter population expected to reach 21,000 by 2010. With over 13,00011,600 residents, Charlotte’s City isemploys more than 70,000 people, Young keep the25 buzz alive visitors before annually. and after 5, keeping pace withkeep the sound of and professionals welcomes more than million Young professionals the buzz growth them. Great dining, cultural arts events aboundaround in beautifully chic, metro alivearound before and after 5, keeping pace with theand sound of growth them. Great dining, Uptown Charlotte. cultural arts and events abound in beautifully chic, metro Uptown Charlotte.
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Wonderful, wellcared for unit with many upgrades!, Flooring, light fixtures, cabinet doors, 2” blinds and more. End unit w/ plenty of windows for fantastic natural light, a 1-car garage, deck all within short walk of all Uptown has to offer.
$129,900 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
Robyn Riordan (704) 905-4991 Fourth Ward
Dennis Donahue (704) 458-7565 Villa Heights
Robyn Riordan (704) 905-4991 First Ward
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 First Ward
$175,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$180,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$189,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$195,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
$109,900 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
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Best Value Uptown! Split bed floor plan located in 1st Ward’s Garden District. Ground floor unit w/ 10’ ceilings, wood floors in all living areas, crown in living, Large master w/ huge walk-in closet & spacious bath w/ garden tub.
www.morepics.info/2207183
Great starter home on a nice lot. Full brick, eat-in kitchen. Wood floors. Covered porch. One of the best priced homes in the NODA area.
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Tivoli! Uptown in great condition! Split floor plan works well for roommates, open and well appointed. Spacious closets, tile baths, granite island with seating, garden doors open to porch/patio! Walking distance to uptown!
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$139,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
Fantastic top floor unit in Alexander Court! Affordable Uptown living with wonderful space -- vaulted ceiling, open plan, additional space in bedroom is great for an office/computer or exercise. Walk-in closet. Uptown views!
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$167,900 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
Smart efficiency on the top floor opening to the courtyard. Large Bow windows, granite counters, stainless appliances, prefinished wood and tile flooring, walk-in closet, includes Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer. Ideal uptown location!
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Great opportunity to own in Midwood! This home is ready for a new owner to come in and make it their own. Private back yard is great for entertaining. Lots of new homes and renovations going on in the area.
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Great 3rd Ward location! Freshly painted, open 2 sty floorplan. Spacious great room & kitchen down, neutral decor, w/ 1/2 bath. New solid surface countertops. Walk to stadium, new ball park restaurants, shops & night life!
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T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 First Ward
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 First Ward
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Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777
$237,500 0 Bd, 1 Ba,
$237,500 0 Bd, 1 Ba,
$237,500 0 Bd, 1 Ba,
$249,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Home / land sits in heart of Southend near light rail, tons of new residential-commercial development, entertainment, restaurants, and night life. Walking distance to all of Southend, Uptown, and both football and baseball stadium.
www.morepics.info/2198928 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Wilmore
Just shy of 1 acre and zoned R22, this home is to be sold as a package which includes 224, 228, 232, and 236 W. Kingston. This home / land sits in the heart of Southend and near light rail, tons of new residential-commercial development.
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Iin the heart of Southend and near light rail, tons of new residential-commercial development, entertainment, restaurants, and night life. Walking distance to all of Southend, Uptown, and both football and baseball stadium.
www.morepics.info/2198962 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Wilmore
Beautiful 3-level Uptown Condo! End unit w/ 10’ ceilings & gated parking. Granite & SS appliances. Builtin custom granite bar w/ wine & beverage fridges. Spacious master, Spiral staircase to private rooftop terrace w/ stunning views.
www.morepics.info/2199556 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Third Ward
Spotlight Property $249,000
2 Bd, 2 Ba, Charming & Unique! Bungalow will WOW you with it’s vintage features, stained glass windows, and claw foot tub. Large studio apt. over garage was rented at $650. Hardwoods on main level, arched wall, wood burning fireplace add to charm!
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$249,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Beautiful 3-level Uptown Condo! End unit w/ 10’ ceilings & gated parking. Granite & SS appliances. Builtin custom granite bar w/ wine & beverage fridges. Spacious master, Spiral staircase to private rooftop terrace w/ stunning views.
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$249,900 1 Bd, 1 Ba,
This is a rare opportunity to buy a unit with a perfect view of the new Knights baseball stadium. This unit is one of the only 1 bedroom units in the building that comes with 2 parking spaces. Hardwood floors, granite, s/s appls.
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$249,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba, Modern, Walkable, and Conenient Location. Enjoy living in Plaza Midwood’s entertainment and retail district. Exposed concrete block, barn door, oversized shower in master, 10’ and 12’ ceilings. Large windows and sliding doors for great views. www.morepics.info/2191406
$259,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Fantastic 2 bedroom, 2 full bath condo in Uptown. Prefinished wood in living areas, new tile floors in baths and new carpet in both bedrooms. Great kitchen with gas range and granite counters and lots of storage. Large bedrooms!
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T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Third Ward
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Joe Sibielski (704) 617-7500 Midwood
Robyn Riordan (704) 905-4991 Fourth Ward
$265,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$274,900 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
$295,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
$319,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Authentic luxury lofts with 20’ high soaring ceilings in an adaptive reuse warehouse building in 3rd Wards Warehouse District. Progressive urban designs. Concrete floors, parking deck, secured building.
www.morepics.info/2203619
Metro style condo w/ private entrance at street. Double tandem garage at rear street entrance.Hardwoods and 10’ ceilings on entire main level.Granite on kitchen island,seamless burner range and microwave. Master suite w/ 10’ ceilings!
www.morepics.info/2131371
Hi-demand building, limited availability! Beautiful condo with granite counters, wood look floors, overlooking 1+ acre courtyard with pool, fountain, putting green, gazebo. Resort style living with 24 hr concierge, coffee bar, club room!
www.morepics.info/2176289
Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath in one of the premier buildings right in the heart of uptown Charlotte.. Condo has granit, s/s appliances and dark hardwood floors. Plenty of amenities including the beautiful pool deck on the 7th floor.
www.morepics.info/2199141
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
Suzanne Severs (704) 367-7352 First Ward
Joe Sibielski (704) 617-7500
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
$350,000 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
$360,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$425,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
$425,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
Finally a REAL LOFT. Historic Southend conversion of the Lance Packaging building provides the lucky few with a completely unique residence. Live on the Penthouse level & enjoy two private bedrooms, 12 ‘ wood ceilings, wood floors!
www.morepics.info/2181964
Stunning views barely describes this unit. Open concept w/ tons of light! Custom plantation shutters throughout. Kitchen looks over the living and dining areas as well as flex space. Split bedroom floorplan allows privacy for guests.
www.morepics.info/2206441
10ft.ceilings lst and 2nd floors, Gas fireplace, covered front porch, brick enclosed patio/hardwood floors throughout lst floor plantation shutters extra storage off stairs and in garage loft. Scenic view of Uptown skyline!
www.morepics.info/2191682
Single Family attached home for TH style living. Located adjacent to Fourth Ward Park. Dramatic renovation! kitchen w/ mobile island, marble, custom cabinetry. 3rd floor sunroom w/ roof terrace and the best city view.
www.morepics.info/2192614
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 First Ward
T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Fourth Ward
$443,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$449,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
$509,900 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
$905,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba,
Great top floor unit with tons of natural light w/ 2 stories of windows. Open living space includes a den/ office and loft space. Hardwoods throughout in main living space. New SS refrigerator, gas logs in great room. Loft space.
www.morepics.info/2197568 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Fourth Ward
Beautiful 2007 built Craftsman style Bungalow in Historic Wesley Heights! Gorgeous home features site finished dark hardwood floors, custom kitchen with solid wood bar top and exotic granite, s/s appls and amazing baths.
www.morepics.info/2166424 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Wesley Heights
Walk to Greenway, Metropolitan shopping/restaurants, gym, art galleries. One mile to Uptown from this meticulously kept, spacious bungalow home in the heart of Cherry. Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings in GR and master. Cook’s kitchen!
www.morepics.info/2200746 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Cherry
This property must be seen to appreciate. The most distinguished of finishes and design. Top of the line appliances...including steam oven and induction cook top. Imported light fixtures. Decadent finishes throughout!
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Lake Norman Area Lake Norman Area ••• ••• schools schools Public Schools: Public Schools: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 980.343.3000 www.cms.k12.nc.us Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 980.343.3000 www.cms.k12.nc.us Iredell-Statesville Schools 704-872-8931 www.iss.k12.nc.us Iredell-Statesville Schools 704-872-8931 www.iss.k12.nc.us
Private Schools: Private Schools: Believers FaithFaith Center Christian Academy k3-12k3-12 704-873-5484 Believers Center Christian Academy 704-873-5484 www.believersfaithcenter.com www.believersfaithcenter.com LakeLake Norman Day Day School preK-9 704-875-1801 Norman School preK-9 704-875-1801 www.lakenormandayschool.com www.lakenormandayschool.com Statesville Montessori School preK-8 704-873-1092 Statesville Montessori School preK-8 704-873-1092 www.statesvillemontessori.com www.statesvillemontessori.com
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North Carolina Spring Festivals
Nature does spring’s heavy lifting. She banishes the chill, lengthens the day and otherwise sets in motion the glorious changes that lead us outside. No wonder gardeners and event organizers are inspired to great heights. Here’s a selection of North Carolina events that soar this season. Find more events at www.visitnc.com
Birdhouses on Parade - March 21st-April 8th If you were a bird, you could probably find your dream house in Chapel Hill at the Carolina Inn’s showcases of one-of-akind birdhouses and feeders, all created by North Carolina artists. Azaleas, dogwood and other spring bloomers enhance the beauty of one of America’s prettiest college towns and add to the reasons to visit. www.carolinainn.com/birdhouses Ramps Celebrations - May 4th Call them what you like — spring onions, wood leeks or wild garlic — you won’t need a dinner bell if you fry some up with potatoes or eggs or cook a mess with freshly caught trout. Celebrate the harvest at in the North Carolina mountains at the 79th annual Ramp Festival, Sunday, May 4th, American Legion Post, Waynesville, 828-456-8691. Biltmore Blooms – March 20th to May 23rd The gardens at George Vanderbilt’s 8,000-acre Asheville estate come alive with more than 100,000 tulips as poppies, pansies, snapdragons and acres of azaleas chime in. Roses begin a reign that runs through summer, and natural gardens and walking trails showcase native and exotic blooms. Designer presentations, seminars and accessible experts add take-home value to the experience, which is accompanied by concerts and other activities. Save $10 per ticket when you purchase them at least 7 days in advance. www.biltmore.com North Carolina Azalea Festival - April 9th-13th -
The historic city of Wilmington pairs spring’s burst of azaleas with a bevy of belles in antebellum gowns, a fleet of
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visiting boats at the dock, and a pageant with a royal list of past winners (Kelly Ripa, Phylicia A. Rashad, Polly Bergen). Home and garden tours, arts and crafts, a parade and even a circus play into this uncommonly stylish Southern festival. www.ncazaleafestival.org
Blue Ridge Wine & Food Festival - April 10th -15th -
Amid the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the village of Blowing Rock presents pleasures from regional wineries in tastings, seminars, cooking classes and winemakers’ dinners. Highlights include the final round of the Fire on the Rock Chef. www.blueridgewinefestival.com
PirateFest - April 11th -12th East Carolina University in Greenville chose the Pirate as its mascot in recognition of Blackbeard and others who sailed into North Carolina history under the black flag. The city’s lively spring festival features the Buccaneer Bash, swordfights, a costume party and a pirate market — and warms up the crowd for summer’s pirateinspired activities up and down the coast. www.piratefestnc.info MerleFest - April 24th -27th Songs are in the air at Wilkesboro, home of one of the world’s finest traditional music festivals. Guitar master Doc Watson created the four-day event in memory of his music partner and son, Merle, who died in 1985. Headliners for the 25th rendition include Vince Gill, the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Alison Kraus and Union Station, Sam Bush and Watson himself, but this family-friendly festival’s true magic comes as much from its spirit as star names. www.merlefest.org
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Great Building lot in popular community of The Woodlands. This lot can accommodate a large home with a maximum building envelope of 56’ x 67’. Home site will accommodate a Basement foundation or Tall Crawl Space foundation.
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Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Shady Grove Park
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Cowans Ford Country Club
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Wonderful wooded lot in SailView. Buy now, build later - no time restriction. Crescent Community with a Jr. Olympic sized Pool, Tennis Courts, Walking Trails, Playgrounds, VolleyBathll, Clubhouse. Active neighborhood association.
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Level .23 acre lot in community of Commodore Peninsula. Quaint neighborhood of bungalow type homes. Marina just down the street for boat storage and launching.
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.56 Acre Waterview Lot priced $59k below tax value. Lovely wooded lot clear to best suit your lifestyle. SailView is an active community with a Clubhouse for resident’s use; Jr. Olympic sized pool, Tennis, Walking Trails.
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Nice level building lot across the street from Lake Norman! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac street of lake homes & waterview homes. Wooded & has access to county water & sewer. Seller has not paid tap fees. Great location!
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Level, flat - .55 acre lot. Easy walk to Pool and Tennis Courts. SailView is an active community with a Clubhouse for resident’s use; Jr. Olympic sized pool overlooking Lake Norman, Tennis Courts, Playgrounds, Walking Trails.
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Great opportunity for over 2 acres in Cowans Ford Golf Club. County water & sewer available. Nice homesite location on lots. Join the club for lake access. 25 minutes to Charlotte, the airport, 15 min to I77. Great location
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LARGE 1.18 acre, cul-de-sac lot. Community common space at rear of lot acts as additional buffer. Buy now, build at your leisure. SailView is an active community for every age and interest. Amenities include Pool, Tennis Courts.
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Best valued lot in Harbor Oaks!!! Beautifully, wooded 1.7 acres. Bring your own builder or we will assist with builder. Gated community, estate sized lots!
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Large .70 acre lot situated on cul-de-sac street at end of LKN cove within easy walking distance to neighborhood amenities.. SailView is an active community with a Clubhouse, Jr. Olympic sized pool overlooking Lake Norman!
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Great building lot with beautiful custom homes on either side. Enjoy the Sailview’s wonderful amenity package featuring 2 parks with playgrounds,Jr Olympic pool, sand volleyBathll and tennis.Very active social calendar for all ages.
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TWO LOTS being sold together for a total of 1.2 acres on the WATER with a DOCK! BIG WATER VIEWS across the road. Perc letter good thru 9/2012 for 3 bedroom home. Lot parcels are 460701150086 and 460703049986. Bring your offer!!
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Shauna Graves (704) 650-6689 Harbor Oaks
Frances Dawson (704) 701-7599 Sailview
Frances Dawson (704) 701-7599 Sailview
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141
$125,000 1 Bd, 2 Ba,
$155,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$155,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$195,500 Bd, Ba,
Beautiful loft floor plan with 30 foot ceilings, 25 foot vaulted window in living room, hardwood floors, granite countertops and stainless appliances. Must see this home. Incredible price for such a beautiful and large one bedroom home.
www.morepics.info/2171590 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Legacy Village
Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath Single family home. Located at the end of a cul de sac. Two car garage with a great covered deck and back yard.
www.morepics.info/2185961 T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Summerland Acres
Penthouse/End Unit/Overlooks Pond w/fountain/Shows light & bright with vaulted ceilings/Fireplace has electric logs/Owl Security Camera/Mst BA has ceramic flrs/Upgraded kitchen accented with granite/tile back splash/SS Appliances.
www.morepics.info/2177720 Patricia Langevin (704) 547-8900 Windward
OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE!! Almost 7 acres w/elevated setting that gives you privacy & great views. Tucked into the back of Pinnacle Ridge,the lot has an impressive presence over the prestigious comm of 100 acres of rolling terrain.
www.morepics.info/2062654 Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Pinnacle Ridge
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$200,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Short sale in desired Mooresville Graded Schools! Full brick home with main floor master bedroom, master bth w/ double vanity & separate tub/shower, kitchen w/ s/s and breakfast bar, vaulted GR w/ fireplace, 3 bdrms on upper level.
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$249,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Spacious Open Floorplan. Well Maintained! Rocking chair front porch, Private, Fenced Back Yard, 2 Story Foyer w/formal living and dining. Great Room centered with Gas Fireplace, and open to Kitchen. Huge Master Suite and a Man Cave!
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$265,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
Beautiful full Brick home has custom spaces, glossy hardwoods, open plan, bonus & media room, 2-story GR w/ large windows, marble fireplace. Kitchen features custom Hickory cabinets, granite, & plenty of nat. sunlight. Updated home!
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Main Channel Views of Natural Beauty. Beautiful Neighborhood on North End of Lake that Offers Natural & Mountain Like Scenery. Bring Your Own Builder & No Time Frame for Building. Private Boat Slip Included w/Boat Ramp.
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Bruce Juengst (980) 721-7681 Ferncliff Estates
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 The Gates
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Arbor Ridge
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Astoria
$285,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
$299,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$300,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$325,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba, Beautifully kept one-owner home near Lake Norman.Upgrades throughout.Unique stone pillars define entry hall & DR. 2-story GR; FP w/stone surround. Open KT w/ granite countertops & stainless appliances.Private & serene outdoor living space!
Home contracted for and being built will be the Hawthorne. Size down without sacrificing quality and features you are accustomed to having. Custom built single floor patio homes for those seeking active lifestyle without the maintenance.
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Stately & Classic Westport Home on Golf Course w/Unfinished Basement. Large Rooms, Hardwood Floors on Main, Owner’s Suite on Main Level & Bonus Room/4th Bedroom. Very Private & Wooded Lot. Added Bonus w/Unfinished Basement.
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TICKET TO PARADISE! Under tax value and located in Mooresville Graded School District, Live happily ever after in this Beautiful home w/ wide open areas, ENORMOUS Kitchen, office,GR with fireplace, living room, master with sitting area!
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T.J. Larsen 704-927-4447 Westport
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Westport
Bruce Juengst (980) 721-7681 Pecan Hills
Cindy Campbell (704) 517-5678 Jetton Cove
$349,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$359,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$362,500 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$439,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Amazing & Wide Views of Lake Norman & Enjoying the Sunsets too! Upgraded Condo that Shows Like the Model. Ceramic Tile, Granite Top in Kitchen, Gas Fireplace in Great Room. Lakeside MBR!
www.morepics.info/2117408
Beautiful, spacious custom brick home w/Rocking chair front porch & large fenced rear yd. Master on main: trey ceiling, spa bath w/separate shower and whirlpool tub.Totally up-to-date, granite, stainless, cherry hardwoods.
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Unique Property of 5+ Acres with Convenient East Lincoln Location! Ranch Home with 36x48 Shop & 80 Ft Warehouse/Workshop. Property has a Stream on Lower Side. A lot of Possibilities & Opportunity with this Property!
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This Custom Home Speaks for Itself! Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Easy Main Level Livability w/Owner’s Suite, 2nd Bedroom & Private Office. Lower Level Doubles as a Second Living Quarters or Additional Entertaining Space w/ Full Kitchen.
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Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Kings Point Marina
Jane Roddy (704) 607-9090 Bordeaux
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Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Stillwater
$443,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$450,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
2.5 Acres, Custom Home & a Beautiful Setting in East Lincoln Area. Home w/2 Lots w/More Land Available! 2 Owner Suites. Suite on Main Level is like a Small House & Over $20K in Owner Bath w/ LED Lighting & Cust Wood Cabinets.
$459,900 4 Bd, 4 Ba, Gorgeous custom home in NorthView Harbour! Tons of upgrades! Hardwood floors throughout most of main level, See-thru fireplace between Great room & Sunroom, Arched doorways, Gourmet Kitchen! Walk to boat slip! Move-in ready!
$460,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
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Enjoy the Quiet of the Lake as it Used to Be on this 1.65 Acre Waterfront Retreat! 350’ +/- of Shoreline w/ Total Privacy. Charming Retreat or Second Home. Updated Recently w/New Roof 2006, Dual Source HVAC 2009.
www.morepics.info/2145476 Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141
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Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Vesuvius Meadows
Amy Dupree-Stroupe 704-756-4407 Northview Harbour
Unbelievable home w/walk-to WATERFRONT, COVERED PRIVATE DECK & BOATSLIP W/LIFT. Meticulously maintained. 1st Floor Master, Lg Formal Dining Rm, Living Rm w/Fireplace. Upstairs - 3 additional Bdrms + Lg Bonus Rm.
www.morepics.info/2166829 Frances Dawson (704) 701-7599 None
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Amazing panoramic views from this point lot w/ approx 350 of W.F. Large private pier zone w/year round deep water. Exquisite homes in amenity rich Crescent community! Close to State Park, gas docks, restaurants, and natural beauty.
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$495,500 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Fabulous custom Home with a real unobstructed waterview! Just like living on the water, but without paying the price! Peruvian teak hardwood floors, media room or a 5th bedroom, executive office all on the main level.
www.morepics.info/2130020
$499,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Stately home on quiet cul-de-sac w/short walk to Boatslip.LOW Lincoln Cty Taxes! Gorgeous 2 story, stepdown GR w/wall of palladian windows. 1st flr features Lg Dining Rm, open Breakfast Rm, LG Screened Porch & 2 Bdrms. Master up w/ Gas Fireplace. www.morepics.info/2206980
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RockingÊchairÊfront porch, walk to boatslip, huge kitchen, sunroom,Êdetached 3rd car garage, private backyard
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Jane Roddy (704) 607-9090 Northview Harbour
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Little Creek Landing
Frances Dawson (704) 701-7599 Sailview
Frances Dawson (704) 701-7599
$535,000 6 Bd, 4 Ba, Beautifully landscaped full brick home w/FINISHED basement! MBR on Main w/totally remodeled bath, claw foot tub, his & her sinks, tile, frame less shower. Highend Kitchen Aid appls.Gorgeous private bk yd borders 8 acre park. Many Updates!
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$550,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
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Beautiful Level Waterfront Lot w/Over 160 Ft of Shoreline! Wide Cove Views, Great Location, & Quiet! Older Garage on Property for Storage While You Build. Concrete Boat Ramp Too. Not Many Acre Lots Left on Lake Norman Like This!
www.morepics.info/2172572
Gorgeous finished basement, large master suite and secondary bedrooms, guest suite on main level, lots of upgrades thru out
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Almost Waterfront, Only Walking Trail Between the lake & this beautiful home. STUNNING VIEWS! BOATSLIP available for purchase! This charming home stands apart w/ a delectably unique facade, large deck. Updates galore!
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Jane Roddy (704) 607-9090 Sailview
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141
Frances Dawson (704) 701-7599
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Davidson Pointe
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$625,000 5 Bd, 6 Ba,
A Rare Find! This beautiful, wooded, Waterfront Lot sits in Prime Location, Stunning Waterviews in Wide Cove with a Dock in place. Lot situtated across from Community Park, quaint European-themed community. BUILD YOUR OWN DREAM HOME!
www.morepics.info/2179443
22+/- Acrtes. Frontage on HWY 16 not included but could be purchased. Seller will provide easement for ingress/egrss. Part of property in E Lincoln sewer district. Railroad tracks cross rear of property & a small creek.
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Awesome home with 50x50 airplane hangar at Lake Norman Air Park! Red Oak Post & Beam, Cedar Cathedral Ceilings, Gas LogFP, Heart Pine Flooring, Large Elegant Wrap Around Porch w/Alaska Cedar Decking, Kitchen w/Granite Tops.
www.morepics.info/2134761
Elegant Home w/ Rocking Chair Front Porch, Basement, Over 5,400 Sq ft., Almost an Acre Lot, 3 Car Garage & Located on Quiet Cul-de-Sac Street w/Waterviews! Owner’s Suite on Main or 2nd Owner’s Suite on Second Level.
www.morepics.info/2178234
Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Wrights Emerald Cove
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141
Jill See (704) 400-3271 Lake Norman Air Park
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141
$650,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
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$840,000 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
$1,049,900 4 Bd, 6 Ba,
Sweet French Country with master on main, lots of windows overlooking trees and lake, screened porch on main, walkout lower level w/ huge deck, hot tub.. Beautiful hickory floors, true gourmet kitchen w/ Thermador appliances.
www.morepics.info/2148829 Carmen Hunter (704) 562-1675 Harbor Watch
Always wanted your own piece of paradise! 95+/- acres of beautiful old family property. Several old outbuildings remain. 700FT road frontage. Leepers Creek may offer conservation options.
www.morepics.info/2118657 Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141
STUNNING! Custom Build by Zande Homes, Soaring Ceilings, Spacious Open Plan, Wide Plank Hardwood Flooring,
www.morepics.info/2207634 Katherine Hansen (704) 877-2921 Wrights Emerald Cove
Privacy, Waterfront, Acre Plus of Land, 2 Double Car Garages-One w/Heated/Cooled Office Space. What a Piece of Paradise & A Beautiful, Relaxed, Yet Elegant Home. High Ceilings, Hardwoods, Nuvo House Sytsem, Outdoor Firepit, Screened Porch.
www.morepics.info/2150112 Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Malibu Beach
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Having lived at Lake Norman since 2007 – first in Mooresville and for the past year in Davidson – I’ve gotten to know the area quite well. The area is vibrant, diverse and quirky, and
I’m so glad that my family and I are a part of it, especially now that we have a 4-year-old
daughter. But as much as I’ve embraced Lake
Norman as home, I was a bit late in discovering all its charms.
I moved to Charlotte in the early ’80s, just as
Lake Norman was really starting to grow and
change. I always knew about the lake, but won-
Living Here
Lake Norman
By Sam Boykin sboykin@charlotteobserver.com
dered why anyone would live there, so far from all the action and amenities in Charlotte.
That attitude changed when I got married and
started looking for a place to start a family – a
place with affordable homes, good schools, and plenty of modern conveniences. By then, Lake
Norman had come to fit that bill, and the area’s population was skyrocketing.
We first settled in a bungalow about a block
away from historic downtown Mooresville, and immediately sensed a subtle but distinct shift in daily life. While Lake Norman certainly has its
share of congestion and stressors, the pace feels less hurried and more welcoming.
That vibe was evident strolling through our
neighborhood as families sitting on their front porches waved or stopped to chat. It was also
evident while visiting the area’s many restaurants, shops and bars where – and I think this
is one of the most interesting aspects of Lake
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Norman – you encounter everyone from millionaires with
thankful for great community events, like the area’s
trucks.
friends and neighbors and dance in the streets.
lakefront homes to blue-collar guys driving old pick-up
I love that mix of people, which I think is a hallmark of a desirable community.
Over the years, I’ve explored pretty much every nook and cranny of Lake Norman, from fast-growing Huntersville,
farmers markets and festivals, where we can connect with
I also love that I live in a neighborhood where we can
walk or ride bikes to shops, restaurants, and wonderful
local resources like the YMCA, all of which make us feel that much more a part of the community.
situated only 15 miles from uptown Charlotte, to more
It’s been 50 years since Duke Energy created the lake as
well as communities on the quieter west side of the lake,
exciting to see what’s in store for the area over the next
rural towns to the north, like Troutman and Statesville, as such as Denver.
part of the construction of Cowans Ford Dam. It will be 50 years.
Each place has its own unique appeal, but they’re all
Expansive new mixed-use developments like Langtree at
32,475-acre playground ideal for boating, fishing, and
yes, more congestion. But further growth will add yet
connected via the state’s largest manmade lake, a scenic, swimming.
And now that I’m a father, I see Lake Norman in a whole
the Lake will attract more people and opportunities and, another dimension to Lake Norman’s character and way
of life, and I’m glad I’m going to be here to experience it.
new way. I’m more grateful for the many public parks,
Read more here: http://www.charlotteobserver.
we can explore nature and play in the woods. I’m more
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Cabarrus/Rowan Counties ••• Cabarrus/Rowan Counties ••• schools schools Public Schools Public Schools
Cabarrus County Schools: 704.786.6190 www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us Cabarrus County Schools: 704.786.6190 www.cabarrus.k12.nc.us Rowan –Salisbury School System: 704.636.7500 www.rowan.k12.ky.com Rowan –Salisbury School System: 704.636.7500 www.rowan.k12.ky.com Kannapolis City Schools: 704.938.1131 www.Kannaolis.k12.com Kannapolis City Schools: 704.938.1131 www.Kannaolis.k12.com
Private Schools: Private Schools:
Cannon School k-12 704-786-8171 Cannon School k-12 704-786-8171 www.cannonschool.org www.cannonschool.org Covenant Classical School k4-k12 704-792-1854 Covenant Classical School k4-k12 704-792-1854 www.covenantclassical.org www.covenantclassical.org First Assembly Christian School prek -12 704-793-4750 First Assembly Christian School prek -12 704-793-4750 www.fachristianscholl.org www.fachristianscholl.org Rockwell Christian School k-12 704-279-8854 Rockwell Christian School k-12 704-279-8854 www.rockwellchristianschool.com www.rockwellchristianschool.com
area attractions attractions area
Lowes Motor Speedway, Concord Mills Mall, Richard Petty Driving School, Cannon Mills, Lowes Motor Speedway, Concord Mills Mall, Richard Petty Driving School, Cannon Mills, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater. Verizon Wireless Amphitheater.
about cabarrus/rowan cabarrus/rowan counties counties about
Most popularly known around the country as the home of Nascar… this area northeast of Most popularly known around the country as the home of Nascar… this area northeast of the city is home to wonderfully quaint smaller towns, rolling farm pastures and deep history. the city is home to wonderfully quaint smaller towns, rolling farm pastures and deep history. Whether you’re headed to the mecca of racing, Lowes Motor Speedway… or strolling through Whether you’re headed to the mecca of racing, Lowes Motor Speedway… or strolling through the historic downtown of Concord, this area offers a pace and a place for everyone. the historic downtown of Concord, this area offers a pace and a place for everyone. www.visitcharlotte.com www.visitcharlotte.com
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$25,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
CASH OFFERS ONLY! Older home w/ new vinyl siding and roof. Waiting for your finishing touch! Private backyard and rocking chair front porch for you to relax after you make this house your home!
www.morepics.info/2171034
$88,300 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Remodeled early 1900’s bungalow! Renovations include: exotic hardwood floors, stainmaster carpet, custom kitchen cabinets, stainless appliances, HVAC, water heater, plumbing fixtures, vanities, hardware, $10,000+ in trim/moldings.
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$139,000 3 Bd, 1 Ba,
This home is located at Homestead Park. Attendance ares of R B McAllister Elementary School, Concord Middle School and Concord High
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$179,900 4 Bd, 2 Ba,
Full brick ranch home with bedroom 4/bonus room upstairs. Cul-de-sac lot, storage building, Pergo laminate floors in all bedrooms, great room, kitchen, breakfast, hallway & bonus room. Upgraded kitchen, spacious 2 car garage & patio.
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Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Fulton Heights
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Peters & Associates
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Homestead Park
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Roberta Woods
$200,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$255,000 6 Bd, 4 Ba,
$265,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
$289,000 5 Bd, 3 Ba,
Beautiful home in the Cabarrus side (Cox Mill Schools) Cherry stained h’wood floors throughout most of the main level. Kitchen has granite countertops, tile backsplash, plantation shutters. Spacious family room w/gas log fireplace.
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Immaculate home w/36x16 heated in-ground pool, LG screened porch, exceptional home w/1st floor office plus BR w/BA. HDWDS & tile kitchen & baths. Upgraded landscaping & lighting w/metal fence irr. yd. Garage wkshop.
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Gorgeous home on beautiful park-like yard w/fenced backyard. Open floor plan w/2 sty foyer, LR & great room, Kitchen has tons of cabinets, solid surface counter tops & open to GR. Guest suite w/full bath on main. Beautiful master suite!
www.morepics.info/2193966
Beautiful 2 Story, Brick Front, Custom Paint, Split Staircase, Granite in Kitchen with Island, Tons of Cabinets ,Community has 3 pools, 2 Tennis Courts, Playground and a Hot Tub... 1yr Home Warranty
www.morepics.info/2203692
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Poplar Woods
Debra Palazzolo (704) 877-5776 Moss Creek
$310,000 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
$375,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$399,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$465,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Beautiful 2 1/2 story home. Interior freshly painted. All new carpeting.1st floor w/ hardwood like laminate flooring. Granite kitchen w/42’’ cabinets. Sunroom, deck & patio w/irrigated fenced yard. Elegant entry 2 sty foyer. V
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Breathtaking cul-desac wooded lot! Another beautiful Shea home w/basement. 5 Bdrms or 4 Bdrms & a bonus. Extensive hardwoods on first floor. Form DR. Office/Library w/fr doors. Spacious GR opens to kit with ample storage!
www.morepics.info/2183938
Aviator’s Paradise-Private Residential Airpark Community. Taxi from runway direct to your Custom 3 BR Ranch home w/ Split bedroom plan, formal LR & DR, Family Rm w/ Fireplace. Attached 2 Car Garage & Airplane Hangar. Welcome Home!
www.morepics.info/2110247
Gorgeous brick two-story estate located in the highly desired Kings Crossing subdivision. This pristine home has the best of finishes throughout! Elegant main floor Master Suite. So much luxury, value and home for this price.
www.morepics.info/2169673
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Highland Creek
Cathy Staskel (704) 507-7777 Winding Walk
Jill See (704) 400-3271 Gold Hill Airpark
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Kings Crossing
$599,900 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
$1,174,927 5 Bd, 7 Ba,
$1,298,000 5 Bd, 7 Ba,
$2,099,000 6 Bd, 7 Ba,
All American charm meets sophisticated elegance! New Pella windows, newer roof & AC units, 1st & 2nd floor laundry, new & refinished floors, new paint & lighting, completely remodeled mater bath w/ new Jacuzzi tub & white marble.
www.morepics.info/2205704 Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Kings Crossing
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Exceptional quality and artistic craftsmanship combined with a setting of perfect tranquility. This majestic estate features over 7,000 square feet, impeccably appointed throughout and boasts dramatic open living/dining areas.
www.morepics.info/2191100 Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Dove Field
This custom estate sits on close to two acres in one of Cabarrus county’s premiere gated communities. Home features luxurious amenities such as granite throughout, stunning built-ins and a large stone terrace perfect for entertaining.
www.morepics.info/2177499 Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Arbor Oaks
Incredible family estate in the prestigious Enclave gated community. Lovely brick, stone & cedar home w/ custom features, quality upgrades throughout. Huge kitchen! Private back yard!. Fantastic price for a home loaded with everything!
www.morepics.info/2170084 Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 The Enclave
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••• Gaston/Lincoln Counties schools Public Schools Gaston County Schools 704-866-6100 www.gaston.k12.nc.us Lincoln County Schools 704-732-2261 www.lincoln.k12.nc.us
Private Schools: Gaston Day School preK-12 704-864-7744 www.gastonday.org Gaston Christian Schools k-12 704-684-2700 www.gastonchristian.org St. Michaels Catholic School preK-8 704-865-4382 www.stmichaelsgastonia.org
area attractions Crowder’s Mountain State Park, McAdenville, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, US National Whitewater Center, Kings Mountain State Park, Schiele Museum & Planetarium. More info: www.co.gaston.nc.us www.co.lincoln.nc.us www.gastonchamber.com
about gaston/lincoln counties This area is just now feeling the surge of economic and real estate development. You’ll find an easy commute to Charlotte and it’s events since the completion of the I-485 connector to Southwest Charlotte. The Catawba River winds through the lovely towns of Belmont and McAdenville. Gaston County is now easily accessible to Southwest Charlotte since the completion of I-485.
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$35,000 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
2 bedroom 1 Full Bath home in Bessemer City. Hardwood Floors in Living Room. Large Kitchen with lots of natural light. 5 Minute Commute to Downtown Gastonia. Easy Commute to Bessemer City and Kings Mountain. Being Sold “As Is”.
www.morepics.info/2179732
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With plenty of privacy and custom brick homes on both sides, this flat wooded lot is the perfect place to build your dream home. Bring your own builder. Country Living at its best within close proximity to shopping, schools, dining
www.morepics.info/2163938
$137,500 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Nice older home in a good neighborhood. Price reflects home needs some updating. Large rooms, large bedrooms and owner’s suite on main level. Almost 1/2 acre, level lot. All appliances can stay with home.
www.morepics.info/2205833
$150,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
All Brick 3 Bedroom 2 Full Bath home in growing area of Gaston County. Large Mature Trees Surrounding Home and beautiful flat yard. Large Carport and Patio. A rental home is on property currently rented for $650/month.
www.morepics.info/2179719
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 The Peninsula At Bayshore
Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141 Dickson Heights
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196
$275,000 Bd, Ba,
$399,000 2 Bd, 1 Ba,
$489,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$569,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Last Waterfront lot available in Misty Waters!!! New rock sea wall, covered boat dock with boat lift and floating boat dock. Enjoy the security of a gatedcommunity with easy walk to community pool and club house. Build your dream home!
www.morepics.info/2203904 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Misty Waters
Rustic lakehome w/ spectacular views from all sides of Lake Wylie! “Pine” wood floors & ceilings & some walls, large kitchen & GR w/ wood burning fireplace, huge screened porch.Over 150 ft of water frontage, boat house & dock!
www.morepics.info/2128135 Kathy Carver (704) 714-6695 Island Point
Breathtaking Views of Lake Wylie, Covered Boat Dock w/ Lift, Dock, Front Porch, Screened Porch, Lrg. Back Deck w/ Hot Tub!!! Master BD on Main. GR w/ Brick F/P Rec Room w/ Fireplace, Office. Great Location!!
www.morepics.info/2152862 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196
Waterfront Living With A Great Open Floor Plan! All On One Level W/ Huge Unfinished Basement To Complete As You Wish! Hardwood Floors, Over Sized Kitchen & Master Bedroom / Bath. 3 Car Garage.
www.morepics.info/2206273 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Harbortowne
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York County ••• York County ••• schools schools
Public Schools: Public York Schools: County District 1 (York) 803-684-9916 www.york.k12.sc.us
York County District 1 (York) 803-684-9916 www.york.k12.sc.us York County District 2 (Clover) 803-222-7191 www.clover.k12.sc.us York County District 2 (Clover) 803-222-7191 www.clover.k12.sc.us York County District 3 (Rock Hill) 803-981-1000 www.rock-hill.k12.sc.us York County District 3 (Rock Hill) 803-981-1000 www.rock-hill.k12.sc.us York County District 4 (Fort Mill) 803-548-2527 www.fort-mill.k12.sc.us York County District 4 (Fort Mill) 803-548-2527 www.fort-mill.k12.sc.us
Private Schools: Private Schools: Trinity Christian School 803-366-3121 www.trinityrh.org
Trinity Christian Catawba School 803-366-3121 www.trinityrh.org Westminster Christian School 803-366-4119 www.wccs.org Westminster Catawba Christian School 803-366-4119 www.wccs.org St. Anne School 803-324-4814 www.stanneschool.com St. Anne School 803-324-4814 www.stanneschool.com
area attractions area attractions
Lake Wylie, Knights Castle, home of Charlotte Knights Baseball. Paramount’s Carowinds , LakeWindy Wylie,Hill Knights Castle,Historic home ofBrattansville, Charlotte Knights Baseball.Music Paramount’s , Windy Orchard, Jazz Discovery Festival,Carowinds Downtown HillMusic Orchard, Historic Discovery Music Festival, Downtown Music Festival, Festival, AnneBrattansville, Springs CloseJazz Greenway Anne Close Greenway ForSprings more Info: ForSouth more Info: Carolina Visitors Information: www.visitsouthcarolina.com South Carolina Visitors Information: Rock Hill Chamber of Commerce:www.visitsouthcarolina.com www.rockhillchamber.com Rock HillMill Chamber of Commerce: www.rockhillchamber.com Fort Chamber of Commerce: www.fortmillchamber.com. Fort Mill Chamber of Commerce: www.fortmillchamber.com.
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The communities of York and Lancaster County offer a small town feel combined with the The energy communities of York and Lancaster County a small town feeland combined with real the of a thriving economy and growth. Theoffer boom of residential commercial
energy of development a thriving economy and growth. boom of new. residential commercial estate has delivered a senseThe of old meets New and shopping, diningreal andestate development has delivered a sense of oldamong meets the new.areas New shopping, dining and entertainment entertainment complexes are nestled historic sites. This unique atmosphere complexes are nestled among the areas historicschools sites. This atmosphere is enhanced by is enhanced by affordable taxes, reputable and unique excellent employment opportunities. affordable taxes, reputable schools and excellent employment opportunities. www.visitcharlotte.com www.visitcharlotte.com 74 | ©2009 - At Home Magazine
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Andy Reynolds,
Your Lake Wylie Area Specialist I have spent my entire life enjoying the small-town charm and enriching lakeside activities of the Lake Wylie area. And now, as a Realtor in both North & South Carolina, I am able to help many families find homes that provide the opportunity to experience all the joys this area has to offer.
Specializing in Waterfront and Luxury Custom Homes on and around Lake Wylie.
Andy Reynolds
NC/SC RealtorÂŽ, CNE- Certified Negotiation Expert
704-763-7196 andyreynolds414@hotmail.com Find me on the web at www.andyworks4me.com Call, email or text me for a free list of properties in your price range!
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Wonderful opportunity to build your dream home in Patrick Place w/ the builder of your choice! Upscale neighborhood with many beautiful custom homes. Enjoy life w/ walking trails and recreation area. Cleared lot ready to be built on.
www.morepics.info/2200216
$69,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
What a Deal 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on 1 acre lot in excellent location for only $69,900. Home is in excellent condition and ready to move in. Don’t Wait! Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 403 or text 44450 to 35244 for all the info!
www.morepics.info/2182632
$102,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
This Lake Wylie condo is a cute as can be & hip too! Very light & bright w/2 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Open living area between great room, kitchen & dining area. There is also a fireplace in the great room. Two porches!
www.morepics.info/2152227
$107,500 2 Bd, 2 Ba,
3 year old end unit in immaculate condition. Fresh interior paint throughout, carpets professionally cleaned & look brand new. Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 405 or text 44465 to 35244 for all the info!
www.morepics.info/2194423
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Old Hollow
Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Pinehurst
Carol Hampton (704) 562-9000
Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Catawba Village
$109,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$109,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
Home has been completely redone. New interior and exterior paint, new carpet. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on almost an acre lot with Fort Mill schools close to interstates. Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 409 or text 44453 to 35244 for all the info!
$119,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba, Great Home! Move in Ready! Very well maintained, new carpet, new laminate bamboo flooring on main level, cathedral ceilings in great room and bedrooms, new blinds, ceiling fans, large kitchen with breakfast area.
$139,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
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www.morepics.info/2187768
Completely redone. New interior and exterior paint, Almost an acre lot w/ Fort Mill schools! close to interstates, everything else - a steal! Do Not Wait - will not last!! Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 409 or text 44453 to 35244 for all the info!
www.morepics.info/2197135 Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324
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Jean Hammel (704) 907-6948 Carnegie Estates
Beautiful 2 story TH in a lake front community! Single car garage, study or office, loft area with lots of space. Vaulted ceilings in dining area. Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 407 or text 44605 to 35244 for all the info
www.morepics.info/2187626 Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 None
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$139,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
This home has all sorts of possibilities and lots of living spaces. Please call listing agent prior to showing. Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 410 or text 44454 to 35244 fo all the info!
www.morepics.info/2183483
$154,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Fantastic home with master suite on main, GR w/ cathedral ceiling and gas log fireplace, dining room area, kitchen with breakfast area, refrigerator/washer/dryer convey, security system, hardwoods, ceiling fans, large fenced back yard!
www.morepics.info/2180595
$169,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Beautiful Home! Spacious bedrooms, many upgrades, hardwood floors, fabulous open kitchen, stainless appliances, gas stove, granite countertops, maple cabinets, large island, loft area upstairs, A must see!!
www.morepics.info/2194437
$175,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Over 2000 sq feet on main PLUS a private office/studio with running water in the basement! Free standing condo w/ ext.maintenance, lawn and trash included in HOA fee. HVAC replaced late 2009. View of pond from Master & Glass Porch!
www.morepics.info/2203614
Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Spring Valley
Carol Hampton (704) 562-9000 Longlea Estates
Jean Hammel (704) 907-6948 Wellsley Ford
Debbie Taylor (803) 230-8367 Regent Park
$189,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$189,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$209,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
$209,900 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Home in excellent condition and priced to sell quickly. Huge master suite w monster walk in closet, double vanities. Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 4411 or text 44455 to 35244 for all the info!
www.morepics.info/2182339
Beautiful sparkling home with great Bonus room. Spacious Great Room with hardwoods, fireplace & TV niche. Open formal dining room for entertaining. Newly tiled kitchen! Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 408 or text 44622 to 35244 for all the info
www.morepics.info/2191285
Incredible home! Upgrades! Private wooded lot w/ an amazing view, hardwoods throughout 1st floor, DR w/ tray ceiling, heavy crown molding, kitchen features granite, large center island, 42” cabinets, black appls w/refrigerator included.
www.morepics.info/2197437
Incredible home! Upgrades! Private wooded lot w/ an amazing view, hardwoods throughout 1st floor, DR w/ tray ceiling, heavy crown molding, kitchen features granite, large center island, 42” cabinets, black appls w/refrigerator included.
www.morepics.info/2197437
Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Wellsbrook
Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Seven Oaks
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Almond Glen
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Almond Glen
$255,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
$265,000 Bd, Ba,
$268,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
$275,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Stunning townhome w/FINISHED basement! Over 2800 SF in heated living space. Owners suite on main. Kitchen w/upgraded SS appliances (Fisher Pakyel 2-drawer dishwasher), granite counters & beautiful cabinetry. Gorgeous!
www.morepics.info/2193254 Carol Hampton (704) 562-9000 Calloway
$289,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Move in Ready, Quick close available! Rich walnut hardwoods on main, 2 story foyer, granite counters, stainless appliances, gas cooktop/electric oven, office on main, drop zone, covered rear porch & fenced rear yard! Huge master suite!
www.morepics.info/2208026 Debbie Taylor (803) 230-8367 Audubon Lake
Wonderful 1.13 acre cul-de-sac lot overlooking beautiful Lake Wylie. Located in the quiet Glades subdivision. Flat lot with gentle slope to water for easy walking to and from boat dock. Boat dock in place~ just needs a beautiful home!
www.morepics.info/2194265
This all brick ranch w/ over 2500 sf is immaculate! Details & upgrades are abundant throughout and the home has it all! Call 1.800.613.6370 ext 406 or text 44452 to 35244 for all the info!
www.morepics.info/2126903
Beautiful Fort Mill home with bright, open floor plan! Features include: 42’ raised panel cabinetry, stainless appliances, granite. Free Home Warranty! Great Fort Mill Schools!
www.morepics.info/2201919
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 The Glades at Windswept Cove
Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 The Summit
Brian Belcher (704) 287-3868 Spicewood
$296,500 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
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$339,900 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
All brick quality construction home is ready for a new family. Very private cull de sac in an highly sought after neighborhood. Great schools, excellent location. Call 1-800 613-6370 ext. 401 or text 44448 to 35244 for all the info!
www.morepics.info/2046011 Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Oxford Place
Beautiful view of deep waterfront lot located in community with beautiful custom homes. Community includes pool and clubhouse. Beautiful shoreline with a private sandy beach area perfect for entertaining. Boat lift!
www.morepics.info/2193836 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Water Edge
Home w front porch & lg deck w fenced private bkyrd. Brand new interior paint!! Great room w hi ceilings & lots of natural light open to the kitchen w brkfst area & tons of cabinets & counter space. Master suite on main level.
www.morepics.info/2204824 Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Tega Cay
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$356,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Wonderful home on approx. 3 acres in a convenient Lake Wylie/ Clover location & no HOA! Over 3000 SF. Master on main w/sitting area, new carpeting & spacious master bath. Kitchen w/new granite counters, island. Great Rm w/fireplace!
$364,900 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Truly looks better than new!! Lots of flexible space. Master Suite w huge dbl WICs & awesome bath - dbl vanities, oversized garden tub, sep glass shower. Call 1.800.613.6370 ext. 406 or text 44452 to 35244 for all the info!
www.morepics.info/2185745 Carol Hampton (704) 562-9000
www.morepics.info/2196983
$375,000 4 Bd, 3 Ba,
Wonderful open floor plan with large kitchen complete with Island! Granite, hardwoods, ss appliances, double ovens, oversized garage with overhead storage shelving. Sitting area in master bedroom, Office and or play room on main floor!
www.morepics.info/2204328
Randy Lindsay (803) 370-9324 Sutton Place
$392,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
All Brick Ranch Home w/ Stone Accents with Sunroom on over an Acre Flat Lot. Many Custom Upgrades throughout home. Chef’s Dream Kitchen w/ Lots of Cabinets, Island, SS Appl., Pantry, Breakfast Bar & More. Lg. Master Suite!
www.morepics.info/2144112
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Sutton Place
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Tioga Pointe
Spotlight Property $397,000
4 Bd, 4 Ba, FULL BRICK move in ready ranch with 4th bedroom/bonus on 2nd floor PLUS FULL BATH! Hardwoods, granite, moldings, recessed lights, all the upgrades and lots of natural light. Over one acre with pond to rear of property. Septic lines in front yard so plenty of room for a pool in the rear! Rocking chair front porch, rear porch (could be screened in!) - this home has it all!
www.morepics.info/2169534 Debbie Taylor (803) 230-8367
$449,000 3 Bd, 4 Ba,
Immaculate move in ready home. Master suite down along w/ office w/ closet and full bath. 1.65 landscaped acres. Open floor plan w/ vaulted ceilings. Gorgeous kitchen w Granite plus large island. Upgraded 42” cabinets. SS appliances.
$449,000 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
Impressive updates (unusual to such a recent home) include:Cottage oak flring, granite transformations, SS KT,inished bsmt (w/full KT & BT), walkout bright rec room to custom stone patio & private wooded views.
www.morepics.info/2167208 Carol Hampton (704) 562-9000 Sunset Ridge
www.morepics.info/2200204 Linda Ritchie (704) 408-6918 Bridgemill
$469,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Custom Home on Private Wooded Lot w/ Screened Porch. Large Chef’s Kitchen great for Entertaining. Lg. GR w/ Stone Fireplace. Spacious BR. Great Location close to Schools, dinings & Shopping. Low SC Taxes.
www.morepics.info/2173860 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 Heron Cove
$499,000 2 Bd, 1 Ba, Cute Waterfront Bungalow on Deep Deep Water and Quiet Cove. Covered Boat Dock made of Composite Decking w/ Lift, Floating Dock and Jet Ski Ports. Roof 1 year old. Updated Windows. Large Screened Porch & Deck overlooking the Lake. www.morepics.info/2138726 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 None
Spotlight Property $510,000
Lake Shore @ Tega Cay beauty. Move in ready! Hardwoods 1st & 2nd floors. 2 sty foyer & GR. Formal Living and Dining. SS & Granite kitchen ( new Induction cook top), over sized eat-at island, informal dining area. Huge GR w/ lots of windows and view of woods. Bdrm 5 on main perfect for playroom. Lg Owners retreat with luxurious bath & closet/dressing room up; 3 lg secondary bdrms 3rd fl Bonus & rec room
www.morepics.info/2191253 Jo Butterworth (704) 267-3643 94 | YourAtHomeNow.com
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$550,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Great Level Lot With Huge View Of Main Channel, Excellent Location For Easy Commute To Airport, Down Town Charlotte But Enjoy Low Sc Taxes And Our Wonderful Schools. Oversized Lot With Over 220Ft Of Shoreline!
www.morepics.info/2198216
$584,000 6 Bd, 6 Ba,
Incredible family estate in the prestigious Huntington Farms community. Lovely all brick home with custom features and quality upgrades throughout. Private back yard, deck w/ gazebo, pool, oversized fenced yard on a cul de sac lot.
www.morepics.info/2175429
$599,000 4 Bd, 4 Ba,
Wow! Unbelievable Deal on Beautiful Waterfront Home in Lake Wylie family-friendly neighborhood. Brick home w/shaker-style shingles & keystone accents in cul-de-sac. Master on main leads out to screened porch. Large Kitchen with granite!
www.morepics.info/2163384
$600,000 4 Bd, 5 Ba,
Outdoor Oasis! Covered Boat Lift, Floating Dock, Jet Ski Ports on Deep Water. In Ground Pool, Covered Bar Area and Patio great for entertaining. Master Suite w/ FP, Sitting Area & Private Terrace. Amazing Rec Rm for all your games!
www.morepics.info/2131581
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 None
Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Huntington Farms
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 The Landing
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 The Coves
$625,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba,
$635,900 5 Bd, 4 Ba,
$669,000 5 Bd, 4 Ba, Waterfront Home w/ finished Walk Out Basement in highly desired family-oriented neighborhood. 5 Beds, plus Home Office Area, a Huge Rec Room & a Gathering Room on top level. Screened Porch, Decks, Water View Hot Tub & Floating Dock. www.morepics.info/2186913
$750,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba,
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 The Landing
Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196
Stunning Waterfront views from this Ranch home with basement. Outdoor storage, dock, swings, plus much more! This lot Is amazing!
www.morepics.info/2197334 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196 None
Stunning Custom Waterfront in desired subdivision. Open plan, custom upgrades throughout! Main floor Master Suite opens to deck. Heated pool and hot tub overlooking Lake Wylie makes for the perfect Outdoor Oasis. Dock & Boat Lift
www.morepics.info/2112320 Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196
Unbelievable home! So many upgrades. Wonderful fenced in yard with in ground pool & views of the lake. Basement fully functional with 2nd kitchen. Boat dock with lift, large 2400sq ft heated workshop, space for RV parking. Very private!
www.morepics.info/2182023
Spotlight Property $864,900
Fabulous hard coat stucco/stone custom with pool. View of golf course. Huge lot with prof. landscaping. Open and spacious, elegant yet cozy. Wonderful heart of the home with lrge kit, and keeping room. Hardwoods, 2 fireplaces, built-in furn., mstr down with luxury bath. 3 large bedrooms up including a suite, and 2nd mstr. Office up. Media and exercise rms. Covered & screened porches. Pool w/wtrfl
www.morepics.info/2155368 Jo Butterworth (704) 267-3643
$949,900 5 Bd, 5 Ba,
Entering the house, you are greeted with sweeping views of the open floorplan which are complimented by exquisite architectural details and luxurious finishes. Lavish design details are apparent throughout the 7,500 square feet home!
$1,399,900 5 Bd, 6 Ba, Magnificent 1+ acre Estate on picturesque Lake Wylie. Easily one of the largest & most luxurious residences on the Lake. Superb architectural design with European influence throughout. Immaculately landscaped grounds, with in-ground pool!
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Nicholas Peters (704) 264-4572 Cooks Cove
$1,900,000 5 Bd, 5 Ba,
Spectacular Equestrian Estate nestled on over 139 acres convenient to Waxhaw & Lancaster. Top of the line appliances, granite, upgraded lighting. Inground salt water pool, beautiful pastures, 2 stall barn w/ tack room, & three ponds!
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$2,990,000 5 Bd, 9 Ba,
Magnificent waterfront home w/ big water views on main channel was built w/ quality in mind. Custom brick w/ stone accents on 1.2 acres, floors of rich mahogany & luxurious marble, heavy mouldings, wine cellar, attention to detail!!
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10 Things You Should Know About
CAROLINA WEATHER
By Steve Lyttle slyttle@charlotteobserver.com
Some people move to the Charlotte region from the North, seeking less winter. Others come here from Florida and other points south, looking for less summer.
Natives know, however, that you’ll experience a bit of all four seasons in the Charlotte region. Most years, we’re a bit top-heavy with summer, but you’ll still need a winter coat and a windshield scraper to live in this area during the colder months. Here are 10 things you need to know about weather in this part of the Carolinas: 1. IT SNOWS – SOMETIMES A LOT. Average snowfall in Charlotte is about 5 inches. That figure drops off quickly as you move southeast , with accumulating snow a rarity just 50 miles east or south, but it increases quickly to the northwest, especially in the foothills and mountains. Seasonal snowfall has been 1 inch or less in six of the last 20 years. But more than 13 inches fell Feb. 26-27, 2004, and the seasonal totals were 5 inches or more in the winters of 2010-11 and 2011-12. 2. 80S ARE POSSIBLE IN WINTER, BUT SO ARE SINGLE-DIGIT MORNING LOWS. It has dropped below zero several times in Charlotte, but the most recent was Jan. 21, 1985, when the morning low was a record-tying minus-5 degrees. Lows below 10 degrees occur a few times each decade. But winter also can produce 80-degree days. In 1989, for example, it was 80 or warmer on Feb. 2 and 3. 3. SPRING ARRIVES IN WAVES. Early blooming trees and flowers appear the third week of February, but there’s no sudden arrival of spring. We usually get a few mild days, then a rapid return to cold weather. Gradually, the mild stretches get longer and longer. Late winter, including March, often produces the biggest snowstorms. And it can drop into the 20s in April. The average last frost in Charlotte is April 2. But 80-degree days are rather common in March. May, considered a spring month in the North, can feel more like summer in Charlotte. 4. THERE IS A TORNADO SEASON. Tornado Alley is in the Midwest, but twisters are fairly common in the Southeast, unfortunately. The season around here is from late February to late April. Charlotte experienced an EF-2 tornado in March 2012, and killer tornadoes hit North Carolina on April 16, 2011. But don’t be fooled. Tornadoes can develop any month, including November and January in recent years. 5. SUMMER TENDS TO ARRIVE QUICKLY. Usually, the change comes in late May. After vacillating for weeks between 70s and 80s, the temperature often soars into the upper 80s and low 90s for several days in
late May. Morning lows, which had been in the upper 50s, suddenly climb into the 60s. That wasn’t the case in 2013, but it has been typical in recent years. 6. SUMMER MEANS 90S AND THUNDERSTORMS. Charlotte averages about 40 days of 90 degrees or warmer each year.That number can vary, however.We had only eight 90-degree days in 1967, but there were 88 in 1954. Thunderstorms develop about 20 to 25 days annually in June, July and August – mostly in the late-afternoon and evening hours. 7. WE WATCH THE TROPICS CLOSELY. Hurricane season begins June 1, but Carolinas residents typically watch the tropics most closely from mid-August to mid-October. Direct hits from hurricanes are mostly a problem at the coast. But since many of us visit the coast annually for vacations, we in Charlotte consider the Carolinas shore “our” place. 8. YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT HUGO. People who lived here in 1989 are more than eager to tell you stories about Hurricane Hugo, a rare storm that moved inland fast enough to retain 80 mph winds in Charlotte. Power was out for weeks in some areas. But equally damaging are dying tropical storms, like Danny and Jerry in the 1990s. Those systems brought devastating floods to the region. 9. FALL ARRIVES GRADUALLY AND IS DRY. Sometime in September, a cold front will move through the region, dropping daytime temperatures a bit but mainly bringing lower humidity and cooler morning lows. Instead of lows around 70, we’ll have temperatures in the upper 50s. But autumn is a long season, and the temperature typically drops gradually. It’s often a dry time of year, and some of Charlotte’s records for lowest rainfall are established in September and October. 10. CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IN SHORTS? It can happen. In fact, there usually are several days between Thanksgiving and Christmas when area residents can do their holiday shopping in shorts. Steve covers breaking news, including weather, for the Observer.
S E LLING Y O UR CON DO MI NI U M O R T O W NH O ME? ADVERTISING AND EXPERTISE MAKES THE DIFFERENCE. CALL TODAY 704-927-4431 TO GET YOUR HOME SOLD NOW! *BASED ON 5% DOWN PAYMENT. FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS BASED ON AN INTEREST RATE OF 4%, MONTHLY PAYMENT IS AN ESTIMATE OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANYTIME. WWW.MYTOWNHOME.COM $2,000 per. month*
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THE BLOCK @ CHURCH ST. 250 W. Bland St. 2 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths
JEFFERSON SQUARE 401 N. Church St. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
TRADEMARK 333 Trade St. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
$1,050 per. month*
$1,456 per. month*
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THE MEADOWS 4407 Simsbury Rd. 3 Bedrooms & 2 Baths $220,000
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METROPOLITAN 1100 Metropolitan Ave. 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath $305,000
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TRADEMARK 333 Trade St. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths $419,000
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HACKBERRY PLACE 311 Settlers Ln. 2 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths $905,000
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$1,193 per. month*
TRADEMARK 333 W. Trade St. 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath $249,900
$2,029 per. month*
$1,193 per. month*
THE FOURTH WARD SQUARE 410 W. 8th St. 2 Bedrooms & 1.5 Baths
SKYBOX 633 Mcninch St. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
THE GALLERY LOFTS 943 W. Hill St. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
$1,002 per. month*
$907 per. month*
$835 per. month*
TOWNHOMES AT AYRSLEY 9616 Kings Parade Blvd. 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths
TIVOLI IN FIRST WARD 615 Garden District Dr. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
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$425,000
$249,900
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THE ARLINGTON 315 Arlington Ave. 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath
THE ESSEX 4936 Sardis Rd. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
$189,000
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FIRST WARD 946 Garden District Dr. 2 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths
$825 per. month*
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QUEEN SELWYN 2337 Selwyn Ave. 2 Bedrooms & 1 Bath
TOWNHOMES AT AYRSLEY 7707 Jackson Pond Dr. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths & 2 Half Baths
LEGACY VILLAGE 121 F Irving Ave., Mooresville 1 Bedroom & 1.5 Baths
1315 EAST CONDOMINIUM 1315 East Blvd. 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath
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VILLAGE OF SOUTH END 2125 Southend Dr. 2 Bedrooms & 1 Bath
28TH ROW 2338 Yadkin Ave. 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath
$859 per. month*
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TIVOLI 760 Davidson St. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
LATTA SQUARE 1101 Morehead St. 2 Bedroom & 1.5 Bath
ADARE TOWNHOMES 6951 Misty Pine Ln. 3 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths
COURT 6 525 E. 6th St. 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath
MCALWAY MANOR 848 Mcalway Rd. 2 Bedrooms & 1.5 Baths
$286 per. month*
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CANDLEWOOD 4748 Old Lantern Way. 2 Bedrooms & 1.5 Baths
PRESTON FLATS 1000 E. Woodlawn Rd. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths
SELWYN FARMS Hunters Run : 762 Marsh Rd. 2 Bedrooms & 1 Bath
ELIZABETH VILLAGE 544 Oakland Ave. 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath
THE DORMERS 721 N. Poplar St. 1 Bedroom & 1.5 Baths
OAKHURST 18620 Bonham Ln. 2 Bedrooms & 2.5 Baths
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QUEENS OAKS 2222 Selwyn Ave. 2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths $209,900
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GATEWAY PLAZA 1101 Morehead St. 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath $149,900
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