Lake Wylie Blog

Just Listed: 5929 Johnson Road

May 8, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

Newly listed is a true lakefront custom home that leaves no detail to chance. Careful thought, meticulous planning, and exquisite execution brought this amazing home together. Now it can be yours with only enjoyment ahead.

This home is located on a cove off the main channel of Lake Wylie with a Clover address that feeds to award winning and desirable Clover schools. The home is located within a community, but is not a part of the HOA. The lot is very private and is a dockable waterfront homesite. The home sits on an acre of property giving privacy, but also room for outdoor entertainment and living spaces.

This home is unique as it has a fully finished basement, as well as a carriage house with a suite perfect for a caregiver or the in-laws complete with full kitchen. Also included are a en-suite laundry, fitness room, and home office. You’ll be amazed at the custom built-ins, the chef’s kitchen, and the details like chair rail and wood inset trey ceiling.

You’ll love to relax on the deck or have morning coffee on the screened-in porch. The view of the lake is phenomenal. You can tool around the neighborhood on a golf cart and park it in its own private garage. You’ll also love the abundance of natural light that plays on the vaulted ceiling in the main living area.

To schedule a private tour of this home, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view the full listing and see additional photos here. To view additional listings and create custom searches, visit our website here.

Great Value in Irish Downs

May 3, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

While the Charlotte metro area is staring in the face of an affordability crisis in residential real estate, people are looking further out from the city center to get great value. One place where you can find great affordable options without giving up quality or desirable school is Irish Downs in Clover, South Carolina. This highly sought after neighborhood has homes under $200,000 and feeds to award winning Clover schools all just over 30 miles from Uptown Charlotte.

Homes in Irish Downs were built between 2003 and 2018. Most homes have between 3 and 4 bedrooms and 2 to 2.5 bathrooms in 1,600 to 3,100 square feet of living space. These homes contain features such as large kitchens, fireplaces, flex-spaces, lofts, garden tubs and much more.

Irish Downs is in a great location, just about a mile to the Northwest of the main intersection in Clover. This means that residents are close to community events, shopping, dining, entertainment, schools, and much more. Clover is a great family-friendly community with a population over 5,000, though that is sure to become larger as more people find out about this great area.

In the past year, homes in Irish Downs sold for between $148,000 and $221,000 with an average sale price of $185,613. There are currently two homes available in Irish Downs with another three under contract. Homes are desirable and sell quickly with some going under contract in less than a week.

If you would like to schedule a tour of homes in Irish Downs, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Neighborhood Spotlight: The Lakes at Derby Downs

May 3, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

If you are looking for a custom home in an equestrian community in York County, look no further than The Lakes at Derby Downs. Though not on Lake Wylie, this charming neighborhood boasts peaceful ponds and oversized lots, perfect for a personal retreat.

Homes in The Lakes at Derby Downs vary in size from 2,300 to almost 5,000 square feet of living space. They have a variety of styles and architectural features. Some of the homes have basement lots, some have attached 4 car garages. Most of the homes have large kitchens with islands. Homes have between 3 and 5 bathrooms and 2 to 3.5 bathrooms. Additional features of some homes include coffee bars, sunken family rooms, in-ground pools, screened porches, high ceilings, spa-like bathrooms, deluxe owner’s suites and much more. Many of the homes have over 3 acres of land, perfect for outdoor sports of all kinds, as well as outdoor living spaces. The neighborhood contains equestrian facilities and equestrian trails.

Prices in Derby Downs are typically in the high $200,000’s to the high $400,000’s depending on size of the lot and of the home. Over the past few years, only one or two homes sells in this area meaning that residents don’t want to give up these amazing homes. If this is the spot for you, be ready to snap up a home when it becomes available.

If you are interested in The Lakes at Derby Downs, give us a call at 803-831-8588. We can schedule a private tour of the community and homes in the area. You can also view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Neighborhood Spotlight: Palm Tree Cove Ii

April 25, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

There are still a few opportunities for a new construction home in Palm Tree Cove Ii in beautiful Lake Wylie, South Carolina. These homes are right on the Lake with a York address and are zoned for award winning Clover schools. This Lake retreat is great for relaxation and getting away from the busy pace of city life, but are close enough for a daily commute.

Palm Tree Cove Ii is surrounded by Palm Tree Cove, and is located on a wooded peninsula on the southern part of the Lake, minutes away is the Lake Wylie Allison Creek and Boat Ramp. There are many nearby options for shopping, dining, and entertainment. There is convenient access to interstates 77 and 85 connecting to Charlotte, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Builder HH Homes is still building in the neighborhood with plans of varying styles and square footages. There are ranch, two story, first floor master, and dual master home plans. Homes range in size from 2,500 to over 4,000 square feet and range from 3-6 bedrooms and 2.5-4 bathrooms. There are so many great details of these homes including home offices, theater rooms, gourmet kitchens with huge islands, flex-spaces, mud rooms, and much more.

In the past year homes in Palm Tree Cove Ii have sold for around $328,000 to around $432,000 with an average price right around $380,000. There are currently 5 homes on the market here which is great news for buyers. There is currently a 7.5 month supply of inventory which typically gives buyers the upper hand in negotiations. This is compared to the 4.8 month supply in the rest of York County.

If you are interested in purchasing a home in Palm Tree Cove Ii and would like to schedule a private tour, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Papa Doc’s To Open Soon

April 23, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

As soon as the liquor license is in hand, Papa Doc’s Shore Club is set to open to the public in the former space of T-Bones near the Buster Boyd Bridge in Lake Wylie. This past Thursday they began a charity event raising money for Lake Wylie Children’s Charity featuring a taste test of the cuisine. The sold-out charity event runs through Sunday.

Residents and visitors alike are excited for the opening after T-Bones on the Lake closed in December ending a 24 year run. This location is fantastic as you can arrive by foot, bike, car or boat to enjoy food, drinks and fellowship. Papa Doc’s is also close to Uptown Charlotte, around a half-hour, so is a perfect quick escape.

The new space has a tiki theme that you can enjoy as individuals, families, groups, or reserve for larger events. There is an oyster bar as well as lake themed decor and a large events space. With a total of 4 bars, the restaurant can seat 650 people. There is a huge outdoor deck, 38 boat slips, and many indoor seating and bar areas. The menu is large and varied so there is sure to be something to please every palate. Expect a wait at first as this is sure to be a popular spot.

If you are looking to buy a home in the Lake Wylie area, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

To read more about Papa Doc’s Shore Club, read the full article in The Herald.

March Market Report

April 17, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

Things are looking up in the Real Estate Market this spring. National Homebuilder stocks are rising as the outlook is that the market is recovering from the slow-down. This has been fueled by wage growth and a drop in borrowing costs injected into the typically busy spring season.

When you look at local numbers, we are not quite seeing the uptick in the Charlotte area yet. The Charlotte Regional Realtor Association has published their March report based on data from the Multiple Listing Services. They show that while pending sales are up 13.8% and average prices are up 3.3%, closed sales are down 6%, new listings are down 3.9%. Inventory is once again lower than this time last year at just 2.2 months of supply, down 4.3%.

When looking just at the Lake Wylie area, the numbers are a little bit different. The supply of homes is holding steady from last year with 3.6 months of inventory. New listings were up 3.5%, pending sales were up 12.3% and closed sales were up 3.1% year over year. Average price of a home that sold went down slightly, by 6.8%, but that could be due to just a few waterfront homes which command a premium and can skew the data due to smaller sample size.

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home in the Lake Wylie area, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Neighborhood Spotlight: The Bluffs

April 17, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

Lake Wylie was ranked #10 and Tega Cay was ranked at #2 in the Best Suburbs in South Carolina by Niche when it comes to factors like public schools, housing, good for families, jobs, cost of living, outdoor activities, crime and safety, nightlife, diversity, weather, health and fitness, and commute. If you want to join the many other people who know this area is the best, let us take you on a private tour of the new construction neighborhood The Bluffs.

Brought to you by Essex Homes, The Bluffs a great choice for a Lake Wylie home. Homesites in the neighborhood are up to one acre and homes have stately architecture and design. Choose from four sides brick or cement siding with stone accents, and many have three car side-load or courtyard style garages. Interiors feature granite counters, hardwood flooring, and tankless water heaters. Some plans have first floor master suites, some have playrooms as well as bonus rooms, home offices and much more.

There are six floor plans to choose from with 3-5 bedrooms and 2.5-4 bathrooms in 3,149 to 4,697 square feet of living space. One amazing option on some homes is an extended owner’s bathroom with luxury custom closet. Other options include additional bathrooms, extended garages, butler’s pantries, and guest suites.

The Bluffs is located close to many restaurants, shopping, and outdoor recreation areas. The Buster Boyd Bridge is nearby giving access to Uptown Charlotte as well as additional shopping in Rivergate.

In the past year, homes in The Bluffs have sold in the mid to high $400’s, with an occasional home selling over $500,000. Current listings range from the $400’s to the high $500’s. If you are looking for a home in The Bluffs, whether new construction or an existing built home, give us a call at 803-831-8588 or view current listings on our website here.

Neighborhood Spotlight: Vanderlakes

April 8, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

If you’ve thought of living near Lake Wylie but want some more acreage than homes close to the lake, Vanderlakes could be the neighborhood for you. This amazing spot has a York, South Carolina address, feeds to award-winning Clover schools, and homes have an between one and two and a half acres of land.

The custom built homes in Vanderlakes were built in the early 2000’s. They are grand in scale with close to or over 3,000 square feet of living space. Homes are packed with luxury features such as gourmet kitchens, custom closets, in-ground swimming pools, heated tile-flooring, and much more. These homes typically have between 3 and 5 bedrooms and 2.5-4 bathrooms. Many have flex spaces such as bonus rooms and home offices. Outdoor living spaces are also included in most homes here such as decks, patios, outdoor kitchens, pools, ponds and sports courts.

Vanderlakes is located just off S. Paraham Road south of Highway 49. Just a few minutes away you will find restaurants, shopping, and lake access. Uptown Charlotte is just about a half-hour away making a commute a breeze.

In the past year, homes in Vanderlakes sold for between $420,000 and $515,000. There are currently two homes for sale in the neighborhood listed for $385,000 and $414,000.

If you are looking for a home in Vanderlakes or any other Lake Wylie neighborhood, give us a call at 803-831-8588 or check out our website here for custom searches of current listings.