lake Wylie homes for sale

New Development on the Horizon

September 17, 2020 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

A new development is in the works on Lake Wylie and Little Allison Creek. The proposed project is being put together by Fielding Homes which is a local builder working in the Fort Mill and Lake Wylie areas. Their previous projects include Mason’s Bend and Paddler’s Cove just to name a few.

The new project is called Lakeside Glen and the plans show that it will be a 425-lot single-family residential project. The site sits on 305.7 acres located between Highway 274 and Allison Creek Road.

This project has been in the works for some time, with a preliminary plat originally filed in March of 2015. There have been changes and revisions since the original filing, the most notable has been increasing of minimum lot size.

There are not many more details available at this time so we still don’t know the size or price range of the homes yet. The York County Planning Commission will continue to work with Fielding Homes as this project comes to fruition.

To learn more about this new development, call us at 803-831-8588. Visit our website LKWRealty.com to learn more about Lake Wylie and to view current listings and create custom searches of available homes.

Custom Build in The Retreat at Sunset Ridge

September 9, 2020 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

If you are one of the many people who desire the laid-back lake lifestyle, The Retreat at Sunset Ridge might be the place for you. This desirable neighborhood is tucked away and private, but is still convenient to Lake Wylie, Clover, and Uptown Charlotte. The neighborhood features new construction custom estate homes. There are existing homes that occasionally come on the market, or you can build your dream home from the ground up.

Homes in the neighborhood are typically between 2,600 to over 4,400 square feet. They can have anywhere from three to six bedrooms, owner’s suites, guest suites, gourmet kitchens, media rooms, and many more custom features. Homes typically sell in the $500,000’s and land typically sells for $50,000-$85,000 depending on size, topography, and proximity to the lake.

In the last year, only four homes sold in The Retreat at Sunset Ridge. This means that there is not much turnover in the neighborhood which is great if you already own a home there, but can make things tricky if you are trying to get into the neighborhood. That’s where we can help because we know the moment a home is listed on the market, and in some instances, we know before a home is listed and we can help you to be the first to get a sneak peek.

There are currently two homes on the market in The Retreat at Sunset Ridge and both of them are already under contract. There are also 5 lots currently for sale which are perfect for getting a start on your dream home. If you would like to schedule a private tour of homesites, give us a call at 803-831-8588. We can help you get in contact with approved builders for the neighborhood to start you on your way.

You do not want to miss a home in The Retreat at Sunset Ridge, and for more homes available and other great neighborhoods in and around Lake Wylie, be sure to visit LKWRealty.com.

Keep An Eye Out For Trinity Townes

July 23, 2020 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

Coming August 10th, there will be a new townhome development in Tega Cay brought to you by Ryan Homes. Named Trinity Townes, homes will start in the $280,000’s to the $350,000’s. Homes will be part of the highly desirable Fort Mill School District and will have lower South Carolina property taxes.

Homes in Trinity Townes will be three story townhomes with up to 2,300 square feet of living space, and two car garages. There are options which include a first floor bedroom, covered porch, and outdoor fireplace. Kitchens are large and open to living rooms making the space feel even more grand. Bedrooms are generous with ample closet space.

One of the best parts of Trinity Townes is proximity to Lake Wylie and Baxter Village. This means that you have shopping, dining, and recreation all within a few minutes. There are public access points nearby for boat launching at Nivens Creek Landing which is less than a mile away. There is easy access to I-77 for a morning commute as well.

Homes are not yet on the market, but are expected to be available starting August 10th. If you are interested in learning more about the process of buying a new construction home, give us a call, we work for you, but the seller will pay our costs. We can help you make sure you are getting the best deal and the most options and upgrades for your money.

If you are interested in buying or selling a home in the Lake Wylie area, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can create custom searches of current listings on our website here.

Neighborhood Spotlight: Carolina Orchards

June 19, 2020 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

There has been a big trend recently of active communities for adults age 55 and over. Carolina Orchards is a prime example of just such a place done right. It has luxurious homes and resort style amenities in a maintenance-free setting all in Fort Mill, SC, just minutes away from Lake Wylie.

Carolina Orchards is brought to you by Del Webb-Pulte homes and is located on the west side of Fort Mill, SC just off SC highway 460 across from Springfield Elementary School. This great location is close to shopping, dining, and entertainment in Fort Mill, as well as being less than 10 miles to Tega Cay. It will take around 25 minutes to get to Charlotte Douglas International Airport and 25 minutes to get to Uptown Charlotte.

Homes in Carolina Orchards range from 2-4 bedrooms with 2-4.5 bathrooms in 1,263 to almost 3,000 square feet of living space. These homes are new construction and can be customized to meet your needs. Most of the plans are ranch style, though there are some plans with two stories. Homes have open floor plans with space inside and outside for entertaining.

Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, hobby rooms, game rooms, indoor pool, outdoor pool, and sports facilities for pickleball, bocce, tennis, and a dog park. There are indoor and outdoor gathering spaces as well as great walking throughout the neighborhood.

In the last year, 40 homes sold in Carolina Orchards for between $275,000 and $617,015 with an average sale price of $439,207. There are currently 10 homes on the market representing 2.9 months of inventory. The wider Fort Mill area has a 4 month supply of homes for sale at the moment.

If you are 55 or older and are interested in this amazing neighborhood, give us a call at 803-831-8588 and we will schedule a tour of available homes. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Join the Lake Life

June 11, 2020 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

What better gift can you give your dad this Father’s Day than a new home on Lake Wylie? There are so many to choose from at all different price points. What better way to escape the heat than to join the many people who already enjoy the lake lifestyle?

So, you’ve decided to become a homeowner. What’s the next step? You need a Realtor to help you through the process. They are trained professionals who work just for you to walk you through the largest single investment you will probably make in your lifetime.

The first step they will help you through is to get pre-qualified for a loan. This process can be time consuming as you need to provide documentation of your finances to your loan originator. This will include information about your employment, your bank records, and outstanding debts. This will help you know how much home you can afford.

When you have this information, it is time to circle back with your Realtor to start looking for homes. This will initially be done with a search engine like this one here. Your Realtor has even more search parameters they can set up for you in a custom search so they can narrow down your prospective homes.

Once you have narrowed your search, it is time to go and see the homes in person. It can be hard to tell from photos what the feel of a home is, be sure to pay particular attention to the neighborhood, the location of amenities, the distance to shops and entertainment. It’s a good idea to view the home at different times of day to see traffic to and from work.

The next step is to choose the home of your dreams and work with your Realtor to craft an offer. There could be a few rounds of negotiations, or it could be a done deal the first time. It all depends on how many other people are vying for the same home.

When you have an accepted offer, you need to schedule to have the home inspected to make sure there are no outstanding maintenance issues. If there are, this is time for another round of negotiations where the seller will either fix issues or give you money to compensate you for repairs you will have to do once you own the home.

The next steps are all about getting your loan in order. You will need to provide further documentation to your loan originator, then once all of the paperwork is done, you head to the closing table. You will sign paperwork and the home is yours. Get ready to jump into Lake Wylie as you become the newest resident.

If you are ready to get the process started, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Featured Listing: 144 Autumn Falls #17

January 9, 2020 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

A rare opportunity to own an immaculate townhome in Autumn Cove is available now. This wonderful home has everything you need and is close to shopping, dining, highway access, commuting distance to Uptown Charlotte, and is close to Lake Wylie. The home is zoned for award winning Clover schools, yet has lower South Carolina taxes. This impressive home is a must see and won’t last long.

This home has a great open floor plan with the kitchen open to the breakfast room, and large great room. This is the perfect place to entertain as there is also a dining room and a half bath downstairs. Upstairs you will find the large master with spacious walk-in-closet and en suite bath complete with a garden tub and separate shower. There are two additional bedrooms and one more full bathroom upstairs.

Outside this home you will find a private fenced back yard with patio perfect for outdoor dining and relaxing by the fire pit. There is also a one car garage perfect for car storage or to set up as a workshop.

Autumn Cove is located right across the street from Crowders Creek Elementary School on the Lake Wylie Road peninsula. This means that you are close to the Buster Boyd Bridge right in the heart of Lake Wylie. Residents can enjoy the outdoor community pool, playground, and walking trails.

If you would like to schedule a private tour of this home or any other home in the Lake Wylie area, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view additional details on this home here and view all current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Explore Golden Pond

December 23, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

Picture yourself living in a great neighborhood close to Lake Wylie with a private pond, and oversized lots with tons of privacy. Sound good, then you need to check out Golden Pond. This pocket neighborhood is located off of Hands Mill Highway on the South Carolina side of the lake.

From Golden Pond, you can get to Charlotte Highway 49 in just a few minutes so you can have a quick commute in to Uptown Charlotte and Rock Hill. This also connects you to the lake to enjoy watersports, as well as into the town of Lake Wylie for shopping, dining, and community gatherings.

The homes in Golden Pond are varied and range from ranch style to double wide homes. Homes were built in the late 1990’s and typically have 3-4 bedrooms, 2-4 bathrooms, and around 1,200 to 2,000 square feet. Many of the homes have multiple outbuildings for storage, parking, workshops, second living quarters and more. Some of the homes have great features to enjoy the wildlife such as decks, patios, and sunrooms. There are even a few with pools, either in-ground or above-ground. There is no homeowner’s association so you can be as active or inactive in the community as suits your needs.

Homes in Golden Pond sell quickly, in the last year only four homes sold in a range of 0 to 12 days on the market before they went under contract. These homes sold for between $123,000 and $164,000 so they are a great value due to the location and size of lots.

If you are interested in a home in Golden Pond, call us at 803-831-8588. We will let you know as soon as one comes on the market. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Investment Opportunity in Hamiltons Bay

October 3, 2019 by lkw_df Leave a Comment

Are you interested in second, mostly passive income stream? Rental property could be the right choice for you. There are not many opportunities in the Lake Wylie area to get in on a starter income property, but Hamilton’s Bay Condominiums are a great place to start. There are also opportunities to own and live in one of these units. They are a great price, a great location, and are zoned for award winning schools and have lower South Carolina taxes.

Hamiltons Bay was built in 1990 and has 216 units in 3-story buildings with condos and townhome options. There are one, two, and three bedroom units with one to two bathrooms. Many of the units have been completely remodeled, and some have opportunities to update them. Some of the units are fully furnished corporate units available for short term leases.

Amenities for Hamiltons Bay include fitness center, playground, laundry center, outdoor swimming pool with kiddie pool, patio area with grills, picnic area, tennis court, and complimentary boat and RV parking. There is also on-site management with 24-hour emergency maintenance.

To find Hamiltons Bay, go across the Buster Boyd Bridge to the South Carolina side of Lake Wylie. In the heart of Lake Wylie, Hamiltons Bay is on the right hand side just off Highway 49. There are many options for shopping, dining, and entertainment within just a few minutes. Going a little bit further away, you’ll find additional choices as well as outlet malls. A trip to Uptown Charlotte for work or pleasure is only 20 miles. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is just under 20 miles, perfect for a weekend retreat or a business trip.

There are currently no homes on the market in Hamiltons Bay and they do sell quickly when they do hit the market. In the past year 10 homes sold for between $87,500 and $127,000. Most of them sold the first week they were on the market and sold for between 94% and 103% of list price.

If you are interested in a home in Hamiltons Bay, call us at 803-831-8588 and we will contact you as soon as one hits the market. You can view all current listings and create custom searches on our website here.