When you look at the Charlotte Region (which includes 12 counties in North Carolina and 4 counties in South Carolina) you see that we are now down to just 2,958 homes for sale. This is down 64.2% from the 8,267 homes last February which was considered at the time to be historically low inventory. Median home price rose 11.7% from $262,640 to $293,495. New listings were down year over year by 6.2% representing just 4,481 new listings this month. Homes are going under contract on average in 31 days, even including new construction which typically pushes that number much higher.

When you look just at the numbers for Lake Wylie, you see that there are only 83 homes on the market, down 76.2% from the 349 homes last February. This represents just a 0.5 month supply of homes making it an extreme seller’s market.

Many sellers are commanding high prices for their homes, up to and in some cases over list prices. In fact, the average price a seller is getting on their home right now is 101.1% of the list price. The average home is now selling for 20.9% more than last February, up to $445,902.

There were just 119 new listings in February, down 14.4% from the year before. Pending sales were up 19.5% showing that there is still high demand. These homes are selling on average 34 days after listing.

You have to be ready to go for listing or purchasing a home in the current market. To find out what you need to do to be prepared to buy or sell a home in the Lake Wylie area, call us at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Residents of Tullamore enjoy lower South Carolina taxes, but are zoned to desirable Clover schools. The neighborhood boasts a playground and picnic area. McDowell Nature Preserve is just minutes away, as is Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.

Tullamore is comprised of stately brick homes with open floor plans and great features. Most homes have a range of 4-6 bedrooms and 2.5-4 baths and most have over 3,000 square feet of living space. Homes have great storage, and chef’s kitchens. Many have amazing outdoor living spaces and some have full basements for extra living space for home offices, home gyms, school rooms, play rooms and more.

There is currently one home on the market in Tullamore which represents 0.9 months of inventory. This means that Tullamore like most of the Lake Wylie area is currently a seller’s market especially compared to the clover district and York county as a whole. Both of them are slightly more balanced, but are at 2.6 and 2.4 months of inventory which is well below the 4-6 months of inventory that generally represents a balanced market.

In the last year, homes sold between $287,500 and $490,000 with the average sales price coming in at $377,661.

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

Come to visit Henry’s Orchard and you may not want to leave. The neighborhood is just off Old York Road, so it is easy to get to shopping, dining, and entertainment. You can be in York in just 10 minutes, Lake Wylie in 10-15 minutes, Charlotte Douglas International Airport in 40 minutes and Uptown Charlotte in 45 minutes. This means you can enjoy the country, while being close to all of the conveniences of the city.

Henry’s Orchard was built in the early 2000’s and homes show like new. These homes range in size from 1,500 to 1,900 square feet of living space and most have 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Most of these homes have two car garages, though some have a 1 car garage.

The property is the real star of homes in Henry’s Orchard. Each home has around a half acre of property perfect for outdoor living spaces. Many of the homes already take advantage of the outdoors with decks, patos, playscapes, pools, and fire pits.

In the past year, just four homes sold in Henry’s Orchard. The sale prices for the homes ranged between $230,000 and $267,000 with an average sale price of just under $250,000.

There are currently no homes for sale in Henry’s Orchard, but we can let you know as soon as one comes on the market. Give us a call at 803-831-8588 and we will set up a custom search for you. You can view current listings and create your own custom searches on our website here.

Clover Meadows is located just off Main Street a little bit to the North of the heart of Clover. Residents are close to Lake Wylie, but can also head straight North to Gastonia, or to highway access to connect to Uptown Charlotte, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport. There are many choices for shopping, dining, and entertainment close by.

Homes in Clover Meadows are affordable with the average price hitting just over $200,000 over the last year. There are many homes still in the mid-$100,000’s. Most of the homes are around 1,700 to 2,800 square feet but there are a few homes that are over 4,000 square feet of living space. Homes have a range between 3 and 5 bedrooms and 2 and 2.5 bathrooms. Homes have 1 to 3 car garages, and have low maintenance exteriors, some with stone and brick detailing. Interiors have open floor plans and plenty of storage.

If you are interested in joining the community in Clover Meadows, give us a call at 803-831-8588. We can arrange a private tour of homes, and can advise you further on the local real estate market. You can view all current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Located right off Highway 49, Harpers Mill is just a few minutes away from the Buster Boyd Bridge. This great location is just down the road from public boat ramps for access to the Lake. Residents can walk to shopping and dining options and are also close to River Hills Country Club.

From Harpers Mill, a trip to Uptown Charlotte is just over 20 miles. A trip to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is just over 17 miles. Fort Mill, SC is just over 12 miles, and McDowell Nature Preserve is just across the bridge.

Homes in Harpers Mill come in groupings of four and six homes. End units typically command a premium as they only have one shared wall. Homes have 2-3 bedrooms and 2-2.5 bathrooms and around 1100 to 2000 square feet of living space.

In the past year, 17 homes sold in Harpers Mill with prices ranging from $135,000 to $215,000. This affordable price point is perfect for a starter home or for downsizing from a larger home. There are currently 6 homes for sale in Harpers Mill ranging in price from $147,000 to $219,900.

If you are interested in touring homes in Harpers Mill, call us at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings and create custom searches on our website here.

Builder Mattamy Homes is still offering new construction homes in Kings Grove Manor featuring one and two-story designs. These homes start in the mid-$200’s and have 1,700 to 2,700 square feet with 3-5 bedrooms and 2-3.5 bathrooms. Seven floor plans are available with the ability to customize and personalize these homes to fit your family.

Existing homes in the neighborhood were built in the past few years so they show like new. They have similar features to the new construction homes, but may be just right for you since they are ready to move in. All homes have easy to maintain small lots with two car garages.

There are currently 7 homes for sale in Kings Grove Manor, with three resales and four new construction. This represents just 3 months of inventory, compared to the 6.7 months supply for the whole of Lake Wylie.

If you are interested in touring homes in Kings Grove Manor, give us a call at 803-831-8588. You can view current listings on our website here and also create custom searches to help find your perfect next home.

Harbor Club is located off Pine Harbor Road close to the intersection with Shopton Road. This location means that Steele Creek is close by for shopping and entertainment. Rivergate is also close by for shopping and dining. Easy access to I-77 and I-485 connect residents with Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, and all points around the city.

Homes in Harbor Club were built in the mid-1990’s to 2000 and typically have 3-5 bedrooms and 2-3.5 bathrooms. They range in size from 1,700 to just over 4,000 square feet of living space. Many of the homes have been fully updated in recent years. Many homes have outdoor living spaces with decks, hot tubs, water features, fire-pits, patios and more.

Many of the homes are two story and some have fully finished basements as well. Rooms are large and floor plans are open making entertaining a breeze. Many of the homes come with deeded boat slips, but the Marina & Yacht Club is close by and offers day slips for residents.

Children in Harbor Club currently attend Winget Park Elementary School, Southwest Middle School, and Olympic High School. Please be sure to verify school assignments with the school district as boundary lines can change from one school year to the next and boundaries sometimes run through neighborhoods.

In the past year, homes in Harbor Club sold for between $242,000 and $293,000 with an average sold price of $268,967. There is currently one home on the market in Harbor Club representing a 2 month supply of homes. These homes don’t come up very often as 6 homes sold in 2017 and so far this year only two homes have sold with one currently on the market.

The home was originally built in 1977, but just underwent a major renovation. This includes a new three car garage, large enough to store cars, boats, and more. As you enter the property, the house is partially hidden behind a rise. As you approach you will see the new garage and paver patio and retaining wall.

As you enter the home, you will be amazed by the open floor plan and view all the way through and out the huge sunroom. This spacious feeling continues as you walk through the well appointed chef’s kitchen. There is a full dining room, or you can eat al fresco on the deck overlooking the water. The main floor also contains the master bedroom and bathroom as well as a half-bath.

Walk downstairs and you will find an additional living room, two bedrooms and another full bathroom. All of the bathrooms have been fully remodeled. With 3,220 square feet of living space and 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this homes is a great value at the current list price of $899,000.

You can access the lake from the walk-out basement or from the upstairs deck. You can walk all the way down to the covered dock with boat lift. With just under an acre, you will have plenty of room to enjoy everything the lake has to offer and have room for all of your guests.

Children in the neighborhood currently attend Oakridge Elementary School, Oakridge Middle School, and Clover High School. Please verify school assignments as they can change from one school year to the next and boundaries can sometimes cut through neighborhoods.

The location of this home really has few rivals. Lake Wylie YMCA and T-Bones on the Lake are within walking distance as are many other local businesses. York Road (highway 49) is just down the road making it easy to connect with I-77 and I-485. Rivergate is just down the road for additional shopping needs. Carowinds Amusement Park, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, and Uptown Charlotte are just short trips away. Closer to home you’ll find McDowell Nature Preserve and Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens. Don’t miss your chance to own this stunning home.

Great Clover schools, lower taxes and nearby Lake Wylie are just a few of the reason to take a look at the Essex Homes community of Tullamore in Clover!

Tullamore is just south of Autumn Cove and Crowders Creek Elementary School off SC 49/274.

Just 5 miles from the state border, Tullamore is convenient to all the lake-area amenities as well as 25 minutes from I-485/I-77 interchange near Westinghouse Boulevard. Nearby recreational destinations include Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, McDowell Nature Preserve and Crowders and Kings mountain state parks.

Shopping and dining is very close just north of Tullamore at the intersection of Highway 557. There is a Lowe’s, WalMart as well as restaurants, banks and a grocery store. Further east on 49 there are even more dining options before crossing the Buster Boyd Bridge toward McDowell Nature Preserve.

For boaters, there is access near the Buster Boyd Bridge and Lake Wylie Marina.

Neighborhood amenities include a picnic area and playgrounds.

Essex Homes is in the process of building out the 101 home sites in Tullamore, and only new construction is available.

The homes in Tullamore range from 2,100 square feet to 4,096 square feet and are priced starting in the $300,000s. Both ranch and 2-story homes are available in Tullamore on generously-sized lots. Essex is offering 10 home plans with a range of customizable options.

There are currently 11 homes listed for sale in Tullamore. Only 2 homes are under contract as of March 3.

A total of 7 homes have sold in the last 12 months in Tullamore. The average sales price for the homes that have sold in Tullamore is $308,409 and less than $96 per square foot.

The neighborhood is zoned for Crowders Creek Elementary School, Oak Ridge Middle School and Clover High School.

Essex Homes is also building homes in The Bluffs and Handsmill on Lake Wylie.

Water and nature are the driving forces behind Handsmill on Lake Wylie.

No matter how hectic your day or the amount of traffic in your commute, coming home should be the most calming part of your day. Add to it living lakeside in beautiful Handsmill, and your day just got a lot better!

Handsmill is located on Hands Mill Highway and Highway 49. The community is 15 miles from I-485 and easily accessible to medical facilities, great shopping, dining and Charlotte Douglas airport, which is about 30 minutes away. Nearby recreation destinations include the U.S. National Whitewater Center, Daniel Stow Botanical Garden, McDowell Nature Preserve and historic downtown Belmont.

The nearly 400-acre master-planned community is located in York County on Lake Wylie’s western shore. When completed, it will have approximately 500 homes, as well as plenty of green space and walking trails.

Amenities, some of which are not yet completed, will include two marinas with 60 boat slips, boat launch ramp and boat storage area; common areas and parks; junior Olympic pool; fitness center; gathering rooms with fireplaces; catering kitchen; outdoor fireplace; and children’s playground.

The community is being built in 7 phases and has separate sub-neighborhoods – The Manors, The Abbey and The Pinnacle – that include single-family homes and duplex homees built by Handsmill’s approved team of builders.

Nearest the gated entrance, the Pinnacle at Handsmill is being built by Lennar Homes. It offers single-family homes on smaller, interior lots.

The Abbey is all about lakeside living! The custom homes and wooded home sites are nearest the water. Many of the home sites have dockable waterfront lots. There is a list of lots currently available in The Abbey. They range in size from just under 0.4 of an acre to almost 1 acre. Some are interior, but there are some dockable waterfront lots available.

Homes in Handsmill are priced from the $440,000s and waterfront lots start in the $300,000s. Homes currently listed for sale range from $478,350 for a nearly 4,200-square-foot, 5-bedroom home to $564,900 for a 5,800-square-foot, 6-bedroom home. None listed is waterfront.

There are 7 new construction homes listed in MLS for sale. Only 1 is under contract as of March 23. There are also homes listed on the Handsmill site that are available and not listed in MLS.

A list of neighborhood architectural guidelines are available on the neighborhood’s web site. According to the information provided on the Handsmill site, homes range in size from mid-2,000s to nearly 6,000 square feet. No information was provided regarding future phases in the neighborhood.

Handsmill is zoned for the Clover, S.C., school system, including Bethel Elementary, Oakridge Middle School and Clover High School.