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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Lawson Community Spring Vendor Fair: April 7th Don't forget to mark your calendar for the annual Lawson Community Spring Vendor Fair taking place on Sunday, April 7th from noon till 4:00 pm at the Lawson Community Clubhouse. A fun event with over 50 local vendors to SHOP and enjoy. Plus FREE face painting and HENNA for the kids who attend! ITOT Taco Truck and Waxhaw Creamery will be on site!   WHY IS LAWSON IN WAXHAW/CHARLOTTE METRO AREA A PERENNIAL FAVORITE FOR 10+ YEARS?  One of Waxhaw, North Carolina's most desired and perennially favorite communities since 2006, Lawson is an idyllic neighborhood set on 558 picturesque acres with tree-lined streets and miles of scenic nature/walking trails.   More than 1/3 of the community's acreage has been devoted to common land, including the pre...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Waxhaw | Weddington | Marvin Housing Market Update: February 2019Waxhaw Housing Market Update for February 2019. The Waxhaw area of Charlotte, North Carolina's metro area (the 28173 zip code–encompassing the three towns of Waxhaw, Marvin and Weddington) continued to see tight inventory and no increases in new listings which impacted sales negatively. The months supply of homes in February decreased by almost a full month since January 2019. While closed sales were down 20%, overall, closed sales of resale homes were down only 2%. Days on market continue to decrease in the first two months of 2019. New construction homes continue to carry a big premium over resale homes, selling at about $77,000 more per home on average.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION + VIDEO ABOUT THE WAXHAW AREA HOUS...
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By Debe Maxwell, CRS, The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!
(Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310)
SORRY, TOO LATE IN CURETON (WAXHAW) We hate you missed this impressive home in Cureton that truly showed like a model! We knew the top ranked school assignments and the fact that this lovely home is situated on one of the most desirable lots in this quiet section of Cureton, would bring us a quick buyer. Sure enough - it did!  Day-1 on the market, we hosted an Open House and our buyers came through. They were actually under Contract on another home but, had seen this home marketed online. So, they thought they would take a peek and sure enough, they fell in love.  The attention to detail with beautiful finishes throughout, including hardwoods throughout the main level, granite countertops, 42-inch staggered cabinets, double ovens, tile backsplash (throughout kitchen & baths) - all appea...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Waxhaw | Weddington | Marvin Housing Market Update: January 2019 January home sales in the Waxhaw area of the Charlotte, North Carolina metro area (the 28173 zip code --encompassing the three towns of Waxhaw, Marvin and Weddington) -- saw a change in the trends we were seeing in 2018 with both home prices and price per square foot decreasing in January 2019, while new listings increased by 50.8% after decreasing by double digits in December 2018. Nonetheless, housing inventory remains low, especially in affordable homes. With pending sales increasing by 21.6% in January 2019, it remains to be seen if this is the start of a new trend or a “winter respite.”  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION + VIDEO ABOUT THE WAXHAW AREA HOUSING MARKET'S PERFORMANCE IN JANUARY 2019  FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Waxhaw | Weddington | Marvin Housing Market Update/Video: December 2018 December 2018 home sales in the Waxhaw area of the Charlotte, North Carolina metro area (the 28173 zip code--encompassing the three towns of Waxhaw, Marvin and Weddington)--continued the trends we've seen all year. Home prices increased in December. Inventory remained low, especially in affordable homes. New listings were down double digits in December. New construction sales remain a driving force in the Waxhaw area housing market.   Average sale price of Waxhaw area homes increased in December 2018 by 2.7% to just over $433,000 compared with the same period one year ago.  Median sale price for Waxhaw area homes in December 2018 decreased by 3.2% versus one year ago to $370,000. Average days on market for property ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Waxhaw | Weddington | Marvin Housing Market Update/Video: November 2018 November 2018 home sales in the Waxhaw area of the Charlotte, North Carolina metro area (the 28173 zip code--encompassing the three towns of Waxhaw, Marvin and Weddington)--continued the trends we've seen all year. Home prices increased substantially in November. Inventory remained low, especially in affordable homes. New listings were down double digits in November. New construction sales remain a driving force in the Waxhaw area housing market.  The average sale price of Waxhaw area homes increased by an astounding 22.8% to just under $451,000 compared with the same period one year ago.  Median sale price for Waxhaw area homes in November also increased by double digits (12.6%) versus one year ago to $377,500. Ave...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 JUST ANNOUNCED!Millbridge Community/Tree Lighting In WaxhawScheduled For December 8th POSTPONED UNTIL Sunday, December 16th Due to the snow storm anticipated to start in  Charlotte this evening, the "Light Up Millbridge" event in Waxhaw has been postponed till next Sunday, December 16th. You'll have a week now to look foreard to enjoying the more than 4,000 luminaries that will light MillBridge streets, leading visitors through the area’s only functioning covered bridge to a majestic 16-foot evergreen tree aglow with holiday lights. You'll also be able to enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, hot chocolate and s’mores, and a visit from Santa!      Why Do People Like Living In Millbridge? It's All About The Lifestyle!  Named 2016 Community of the Year and one of Waxhaw, North Carolina's mos...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Millbridge in Waxhaw Gearing Up For Holiday FunTwo wonderful events coming up in Waxhaw, North Carolina's Millbridge community that are sure to put you into the holiday mood! Millbridge Craft Fair: December 1stThe Millbridge Craft Fair at the Community House (1401 Millbridge Parkway) is the perfect way to find that special and unique gift for every person on you gift list and support local businesses, as well.    Millbridge Community/Tree Lighting: December 8thAn annual event area residents look forwatd to all year long is the "Light Up Millbridge" evening. More than 4,000 luminaries will light MillBridge streets, leading visitors through the area’s only functioning covered bridge to a majestic 16-foot evergreen tree aglow with holiday lights. You'll also be able to enjoy horse-drawn c...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Waxhaw | Weddington | Marvin Housing Market Update/Video: October 2018October 2018 home sales in the Waxhaw area of the Charlotte, North Carolina  metro area (the 28173 zip code--encompassing the three towns of Waxhaw, Marvin and Weddington)--continued the trends we've seen all year with home prices increasing and inventory decreasing, especially in affordable homes. New construction sales remain a driving force in the Waxhaw area market.   The average sale price of Waxhaw area homes was up 10.1% to just under $449,000 in October 2018 versus the same period one year ago. Median sale price was up 1.5% to $379,000. Average days on market for property listings were 67 days, up 14 days compared with the same time frame one year ago. Median days on market were 41 (up 17 days). Average price ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Lawson Neighborhood in Waxhaw, NC: Real Estate Snapshot For 3rd Quarter 2018   For a more detailed report about Lawson neighborhood home sales in the 3rd quarter of 2018, click here.  To track sales in Lawson "real time," click here for our Neighborhood Analyzer Report and sign up to automatically receive reports on Lawson home sales..  WHAT MAKES LAWSON IN WAXHAW/CHARLOTTE METRO AREA A PERENNIAL FAVORITE FOR 10+ YEARS?  One of Waxhaw, North Carolina's most desired and perennially favorite communities since 2006, Lawson is an idyllic neighborhood set on 558 picturesque acres with tree-lined streets and miles of scenic nature/walking trails.   More than 1/3 of the community's acreage has been devoted to common land, including the preservation of the magnificent 150 year old Heritage oak...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Millbridge Neighborhood in Waxhaw, NC: Real Estate Snapshot For 3rd Quarter 2018   For a more detailed report about Millbridge neighborhood home sales in the 3rd quarter of 2018, click here.   WHAT MAKES WAXHAW'S MILLBRIDGE ONE OF CHARLOTTE METRO AREA'S MOST DESIRED COMMUNITIES?   It's All About The Lifestyle In Millbridge!  Named 2016 Community of the Year and one of Waxhaw, North Carolina's most desired communities with top rated schools, Millbridge is an idyllic neighborhood set on 920 picturesque acres with tree-lined sidewalks, pocket parks, common squares, green way systems and trails, 250 acres of green space.   The Carolina Thread Trail, a regional network of green ways, trails, and blue ways also runs through Millbridge and with a new cross-state suspension bridge connecting t...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Cureton Neighborhood in Waxhaw, NC: Real Estate Snapshot For 3rd Quarter 2018   For a more detailed report about Cureton neighborhood home sales in the 3rd quarter of 2018, click here.  Why Do People Choose To Live In Cureton in Waxhaw?  A Country Club Lifestyle Without The Country Club Lifstyle Cost!  Waxhaw's Cureton neighborhood offers the country club lifestyle without the country club lifestyle cost. Cureton residents enjoy the use of a pool, clubhouse, gym, bocce ball court, walking trails, and playground.  One of the larger subdivisions in Waxhaw with over 500 homes, Cureton homes range in price from the mid-$200,000's to over $800,000. Homes range in size from about 2,000 square feet to 6,000 square feet and feature three bedrooms up to six plus bedrooms. In other words... some...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Waxhaw, NC Fall Clean-Up Day 2018 Waxhaw's semi-annual clean-up day when the town picks up bulk items for FREE for residents who live within the town limits of Waxhaw takes place on Wednesay, October 17th.  Pick-up routes will vary, so all items you wish to dispose of must be curbside no later than 7:00 am on Wednesday.  Items will be picked by various trucks throughout the day depending on what type of items you may have. Please allow the entire day for all of your items to be removed.  ITEMS THAT WILL BE PICKED UP White Goods (Appliances) Furniture Televisions Electronics Mattresses and Box Springs General Household Items ITEMS THAT WILL NOT BE PICKED UP Yard Waste Motors, Batteries, Car Parts Oil Paint Hazardous Chemicals Tires Building Materials The Town of Waxhaw asks that you DO ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 If you're looking for something fun to do this coming weekend, why not head over to Waxhaw, North Carolina's Autumn Treasures Festival. This annual festival, held the second weekend of each October, is Waxhaw's largest festival. Stroll the streets of historic, downtown Waxhaw and enjoy exhibits by local crafters, listen to music by local musicians, taste mouth-watering barbecue during the Grill'n & Chill'n BBQ Cook-Off. A Kids Zone will feature inflatables, carnival rides, pony rides, petting zoo, and kid’s crafts.  Waxhaw 2018 Autumn Treasures Festival ScheduleConcert: Friday, October 13th | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMPancake Breakfast:   Saturday, October 13th | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AMBBQ Public Tasting:  Saturday, October 13th | 1:30 PM - 4:00 PMFESTIVAL HOURS: Saturday, October 13th: 10:00 AM til...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Waxhaw | Weddington | Marvin Housing Market Update/Video: September 2018 September 2018 home sales in the Waxhaw area of the Charlotte, North Carolina  metro area (the 28173 zip code--encompassing the three towns of Waxhaw, Marvin and Weddington)--continued the trends we've seen all year with inventory and new listings tightening and negatively impacting sales growth and new construction remaining a big factor in Waxhaw area sales.     The average sale price of Waxhaw area homes was up down to just under $426,000 in September 2018 versus the same period one year ago. Median price of homes was up 4.6% to $383,000. Average days on market for property listings increased to 60 days over the same period last year. Median days on market were 26. Average price per square foot was $133/square ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Millbridge Fall Festival: Saturday, October 6thDon't forget about the 8th annual Millbridge Fall Festival in Waxhaw, North Carolina this Saturday, October 6th from 11:00 am till 2:00 pm. Over the past years this has become one of Waxhaw's favorite fall festivals, featuring: Food Trucks +  Craft Beer   Horseshoes  Chili - Cook-Off  Corn Hole Tournament  Kids Costume Contest DJ  Bouncy House... ... and more!     Location: 1401 Millbridge Parkway in Waxhaw, NC  Why Do People Like Living In Millbridge? It's All About The Lifestyle!  Named 2016 Community of the Year and one of Waxhaw, North Carolina's most desired communities with top rated schools, Millbridge is an idyllic neighborhood set on 920 picturesque acres with tree-lined sidewalks, pocket parks, common squares, green way systems a...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
  WHY IS LAWSON IN WAXHAW/CHARLOTTE METRO AREA A PERENNIAL FAVORITE FOR 10+ YEARS?  One of Waxhaw, North Carolina's most desired and perennially favorite communities since 2006, Lawson is an idyllic neighborhood set on 558 picturesque acres with tree-lined streets and miles of scenic nature/walking trails.   More than 1/3 of the community's acreage has been devoted to common land, including the preservation of the magnificent 150 year old Heritage oak tree. The community was named after the 18th century, naturalist, John Lawson and was built as a tree-save community.     Community amenities include the Millhouse/Clubhouse, swim complex, tennis courts, kids' playground, fitness center. All the fun of a country club lifestyle without the country club lifestyle cost.     Cane Creek Park is...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 Waxhaw | Weddington | Marvin Housing Market Update/Video: August 2018 August 2018 home sales in the Waxhaw area of the Charlotte, North Carolina  metro area (the 28173 zip code--encompassing the three towns of Waxhaw, Marvin and Weddington)--continued the trends we've seen all year with homes selling more quickly, home prices increasing, and inventory decreasing. New construction sales remain a driving force in the Waxhaw area market.    The average sale price of Waxhaw area homes was up 0.3% to just under $476,000 in August 2018 versus the same period one year ago. Average days on market for property listings dropped to 51 days, an 8.9% improvement over the same period last year. Median days on market were 25 (down 19.4%). Average price per square foot was $132/square foot in August 2...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
  Why Do People Choose To Live In Cureton in Waxhaw?  A Country Club Lifestyle Without The Country Club Lifstyle Cost!  Waxhaw's Cureton neighborhood offers the country club lifestyle without the country club lifestyle cost. Cureton residents enjoy the use of a pool, clubhouse, gym, bocce ball court, walking trails, and playground.  One of the larger subdivisions in Waxhaw with over 500 homes, Cureton homes range in price from the mid-$200,000's to over $800,000. Homes range in size from about 2,000 square feet to 6,000 square feet and feature three bedrooms up to six plus bedrooms. In other words... something for everyone... from first time buyers to empty nesters to young families.                                        Cureton Pool & Clubhouse                                         ...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 8508 Chatsworth Lane In Waxhaw's Somerset Neighborhood Sold By Nina Hollander, Charlotte Realtor® 8508 Chatsworth Lane in Waxhaw, North Carolina's Somerset community is now a closed sale courtesy of Nina Hollander and the Carolinas Realty Partners,  Final sale price was $457,900. We were delighted to represent our clients who recently relocated from the NYC area. 8508 Chatsworth Lane is a 5 bedroom/3.5 bath, brick and hardiplank home with just over 3,500 square feet, situated on a .34 acre, fenced, wooded lot. The home features an elegant foyer, formal living and dining rooms, a family room with open sight lines to the breakfast area and renovated kitchen featuring, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets, granite and large island. There's also a double sided gas fireplace in the f...
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