Lake Wylie Homes

Property Taxes have been reassessed for Gaston County which affects some Lake Wylie area homeowners. We all hope for appreciation on our properties, until it’s time for our taxes to be recalculated. With this most recent recalculation, Gaston County Residents will see an average rise of almost 23 percent.

The valuation is used to calculate property taxes and is based on current market value for properties. The tax rate is expected to remain the same at 87 cents per $100 of value. This means that if you have a $100,000 valuation that goes up by 23% you now have a value of $123,000. Your taxes would go up from $870 to $1070.10, a difference of $200.10. If your taxes are paid through an escrow account for your mortgage, your monthly payment should go up to account for the rise, in our example that would be $16.68 per month.

The notices for reevaluation started to be sent out this week so some residents already know what their new assessments are. For those that do not have them yet, they should arrive soon. If you can’t wait, you can check Gaston County’s website starting March 12th. The county website should have a link to the Tax Office’s new website with the updated property values.

The tax office has not done a reassessment since 2015 when average values actually dropped by 1 percent. That was during the recession, and values have rebounded greatly since that time.

It is important to remember that the rise of 23 percent is just an average. Some homeowners will see a rise of more than 40 percent, and some will see less than the 23 percent rise. The Tax Office stated that some commercial properties are up more than 60 percent. If you feel that your property valuation has been raised in error, there is an appeal process that can be started via the Tax Office website. You can also appeal in the old fashioned way by going to the Tax Office. Appeals need to be filed within 30 days of notice. The county is expecting a large number of appeals due to the shock many residents may feel.

If you are looking for a home in the Lake Wylie area in Gaston County or any of the other counties that border the Lake, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

 

To read more see the article in The Gaston Gazette.

 

The Palisades is a diverse collection of neighborhoods in Lake Wylie with many different builders, styles, and price points. There are existing homes and there are also builders still in the area so you have the opportunity to build your dream home from the ground up.

Lennar, Toll Brothers, CalAtlantic are a few of the builders still in the construction phase. There are many different sections with new construction homes available such as Lanterns, Austin’s Creek, Morningside, Regency, Bear Creek, Eagles Landing, Montage and Highcliff. Homes in these areas start in the low $300’s and can go for well over $1 million for the custom homes. Homes are grand in scale and are full of unique and custom details. Many of the homes are on large lots of at least half of an acre. Three car garages are common as are grand outdoor living spaces including outdoor kitchens. Interiors boast coffered ceilings, butler’s pantries, top-of-the-line appliances, gourmet kitchens, spa-like bathrooms and much more.

The Palisades is zoned for terrific schools including Palisades Park Elementary School inside the neighborhood. Other schools nearby include Southwest Middle School and Olympic High School. There are also many private school options nearby.

People love The Palisades for the homes, but also for the amenities. The resort style amenities include Clubhouse, Equestrian Facilities, Equestrian Trails, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Lake, Playground, Pool, Recreation Area, Security, Sidewalk, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails. This is in addition to the opportunity to join The Palisades Country Club.

Uptown Charlotte is nearby and is close enough for a morning commute. There are many options for shopping, dining, and entertainment at Rivergate, or with convenient highway access to additional choices.

If you are looking for a home in the Palisades or any other Lake Wylie neighborhood, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Handsmill at Lake Wylie is an amazing gated community with resort style amenities right on the shores of the lake. Pinnacle at Handsmill is a new construction neighborhood within Handsmill that offers a perfect balance of style, space and design. The neighborhoods of Handsmill have lower York taxes, award winning Clover schools, and the slower pace of lake living.

Builder True Homes is working on this project and is bringing amazing homes at a great price point. Homes start just below $300,000 and include 3-6 bedrooms, 2.5-5 bathrooms in 2,668-4,585 square feet of living space. These homes have amazing style in addition to all of the features you need. Homes feature kitchens open to family rooms, large islands, abundant storage, spa-like master suites, and much more.

Located in York County, Pinnacle at Handsmill is just a 30 minute drive from Uptown Charlotte. The neighborhood is right on Lake Wylie with two community boat slips, private marina, club house, pool, playground and fitness center. There is also private boat and RV storage for residents in addition to the 30+ acres of green space and tennis courts.

In the past year, homes in Handsmill have sold for between $470,000 and $1.7 million. There are currently four homes in for sale in Pinnacle at Handsmill ranging from around $347,000 to around $391,000. There will eventually be 67 homes in this section of the community.

To schedule a private tour of homes or lots  in this or any other neighborhood 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.

At Monday’s city council meeting, Belmont leaders approved a plan for construction of a large new neighborhood of 209 single family homes just North of Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. The project is expected to cost around $62.7 million.

Builder Fielding Homes acquired the property last year after it was annexed by the city of Belmont. There was no zoning change needed for the parcel as it was already zoned “suburban residential”, but City Council still needed to approve the plans after the completion of a traffic impact study.

Fielding Homes will be responsible for building the homes in multiple styles and building materials. Current plans call for brick, stone, and fiber cement exteriors. Architectural details will include dormer windows. As the project progresses, more details will become available.

In addition to the homes, Fielding Homes has committed to extend the Seven Oaks Trail so it can be tied into the Carolina Thread Trail. They have also committed to save at least 25 percent of the tree canopy. The current plans exceed this requirement by creating additional open space and additional buffering from main roads.

The next phase of development is for the builder to complete detailed engineering drawings which could take several months. After that, the builder will have to work to resolve utility and transportation issues.

It may be some time before individual lots are up for sale, but we can help you when they are available. To learn more about this or any other neighborhood 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 the full article, see the Gaston Gazette.

 

National builder D.R. Horton is offering a new community in the Lake Wylie area called Cypress Point. This South Carolina spot is zoned for award winning Clover schools and is only about 20 miles from Uptown Charlotte. Schedule a private tour of these amazing homes today by calling 803-831-8588.

Cypress Point is located right off Highway 49 just past the Buster Boyd Bridge on the South Carolina side of Lake Wylie. There are many different options very close by for shopping, dining, schools, entertainment, and conveniences. Residents are also minutes from boating, water sports, and waterfront dining. The location also allows quick access to highways connecting you to Uptown Charlotte and Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Resort lifestyle is paramount in Cypress Point. Community amenities will include a large clubhouse and pool. Residents are walking distance from the lake with many of the homes having a lake view.

Homes in Cypress Point are a mix of one and two story plans ranging from 2,300 to 4,367 square feet of living space. These elegant homes offer gourmet kitchens with double ovens, granite countertops and large islands. Homes also include wood flooring, crown molding, custom tile work, and French doors. New homes include a home warranty that covers the quality workmanship. Prices start in the $280,000’s and can go higher depending on plan and options.

If you are looking for a home with the laid-back lake lifestyle that is also close to the city, give us a call at 803-831-8588 to schedule a private tour of homes in Cypress Point and the surrounding areas. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.