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Page 2 On the Move - Helen Adams Realty Volume 4, Issue 5

Closed Units by Area April 2011 - All MLS Areas

Residential Single Family, Townhomes & Condos

www.helenadamsrealty.com

MLS Area Units Closed

One Year Change

Average Sales Price

All of Mecklenburg County 882 -14.9 $226,134

Charlotte - Gastonia - Rock Hill 1472 -17.2% $209,412

01 - Mecklenburg County (N) 149 -27.3% $ 150,000

02 - Mecklenburg County (E) 106 -2.8% $ 118,359

03 - Mecklenburg County (SE) 64 -19.0% $ 129,108

04 - Mecklenburg County (SSE) 88 0% $ 333,461

05 - Mecklenburg County (S) 162 -14.3% $ 363,878

06 - Mecklenburg County (SSW) 62 -11.4% $ 216,985

07 - Mecklenburg County (SW) 71 0% $ 135,671

08 - Mecklenburg County (W) 38 -44.9% $ 79,840

10 - Union County 174 -24.7% $ 225,211

11 - Cabarrus County 149 -13.9% $ 165,917

12 - Iredell County 135 -13.5% $ 232,491

13 - Lake Norman 98 +12.6% $ 427,334

14 - Lincoln County 47 -17.5% $ 161,987

15 - Lake Wylie 34 0% $ 381,836

16 - Gaston County 119 -36.7% $ 125,991

17 - York County 139 -1.4% $ 209,062

42 - Mtn. Island Lake 14 +22% $237,792

99 - Uptown Charlotte 16 +6.7% $267,566

TOTAL (for All CMLS Area) 1882 -15.8% $203,428

April Home Sales Snapshot

Data Courtesy Carolina MLS & 10K Research and Marketing.

+5.9% -7.5% -12.7%Price Range with Strongest Sales:

Under $100,000

# Bedrooms Strongest Sales: 4+ bedrooms

Property Type Strongest Sales: Single Family

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Pending Contracts

Average Residential Closing Price

New Listings

30 Year Fixed Mortgage Rates

Source: Freddie Mac, NAR, April 2011

Data Courtesy Carolina MLS.

28 Q&A Charlotte Real Estate Market

38 Designing a Laundry Room

LAKE NORMAN ..................71

SOUTH MECKLENBURG.......46

YORK .............................87

Properties for sale listed by geopgraphic area.

Cornelius, Davidson, Denver, Mooresville, Troutman, Statesville

NORTH MECKLENBURG ..........60Huntersville, Mountain Island Lake, University Area

UPTOWN ....................55Wilmore, Wesley Heights, Biddleville, Cotswold, Dilworth, Eastover, Elizabeth, NODA, Plaza/Midwood, Myers Park

CABARRUS ...................84China Grove, Concord, Harrisburg, Kannapolis, Landis, Mt. Pleasant

Ballantyne, Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville, SouthPark, Steele Creek

UNION ........................79Hemby Bridge, Indian Trail, Marvin, Monroe, Stallings, Waxhaw, Weddington, Wesley Chapel

GASTON .....................67Belmont, Dallas, Gastonia, Kings Mountain, Lincolnton, Mount Holly

Clover, Fort Mill, Lake Wylie, Lancaster, Rock Hill, Tega Cay, York

Area PropertiesEXCEPTIONAL PROPERTIES.......38

Features 24

2 Pros & Cons to Open Floor Plans

32 Increase Storage Possibilities

10 Moving Tips

11 Using Bold Paint Colors

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6 Deerstyne Indian Trail, NC

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7 The Enclaves Indian Trail, NC From the $250s

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9 Mia ManorSouth Park AreaFrom $600s704.821.0822

10 Steel Gardens NODA-Charlotte

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11 Skybrook Huntersville, NC

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12 Millbridge Waxhaw, NC

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13 Walnut Creek Indian Land, SC

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14 Barber Rock Ft. Mill/Indian Land, SC

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15 Farrington Ft. Mill/Indian Land, SC

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16 Potters Creek Estates Weddington, NC

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CABARRUS ...................82China Grove, Concord, Harrisburg, Kannapolis, Landis, Mt. Pleasant

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5 Forest Brook Estates Matthews, NC

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7 The Enclaves Indian Trail, NC From the $250s

704.619.60448 Quintessa Wesley Chapel/Weddington, NC

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9 Mia ManorSouth Park AreaFrom $600s704.821.0822

10 Steel Gardens NODA-Charlotte

From the $160s - $290s980.207.4530

11 Skybrook Huntersville, NC

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12 Millbridge Waxhaw, NC

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13 Walnut Creek Indian Land, SC

From $220s-$300s704.243.7573

14 Barber Rock Ft. Mill/Indian Land, SC

From the $260s - $420s803.547.3447

15 Farrington Ft. Mill/Indian Land, SC

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16 Potters Creek Estates Weddington, NC

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HOMEowners

NOTEBOOK

Using Bold Paint Colors Paint is one of the least

expensive and most versatile means to changing the look of a room. According to the experts from This Old House, 60 percent of the colors of a home that visitors perceive come from the paint on the walls. Choosing a color scheme can be challeng-ing, which is why so many people stick with neutrals like beige and white. For those who are ready to add a spark of color, there are a few guidelines to consider.

Color theory is a science and there are rules of using color that are taught as early as a childs first foray into art class. We know there are primary, secondary and complementary colors on the color wheel. Even novice home decorators can do well with color if they use the color wheel as their guideline.

According to HGTV, color should flow throughout a house. Every room need not be painted the same color. However, colors should be complementary enough that they flow into one another. Dont paint one room in childs basic primary colors, while paint-ing other rooms in jewel tones and pastels. Stick with one theme and carry it through the house.

Once you have decided to use a bold color, first find your color inspiration. Color combinations that appear in nature are more readily accepted by people, so look for an item in nature, such as a seashell or a flowering plant that you can base your color choices on. Others pull inspiration from a particular design item. For instance, maybe an area rug strikes your fancy. Use colors that appear in the rug in the room.

Keep in mind that using bold color doesnt mean you have to paint every wall from ceiling to floor in that color. Rather, if youre just starting out with bold colors, select one wall to serve as an accent wall. Use that wall as your bold canvas and paint it with your chosen hue.

Some people like to experiment with a more flashy color in a smaller space. If youre nervous about beginning in the living room or kitchen, how about trying out bold color in a smaller space, such as a powder room? A more intimate space might seem less overwhelming when painted in a bold color. Go for a deep purple or another jeweled tone. However, try to avoid greens in the bathroom, as they may reflect off of the mirror and cast a hue onto your face that makes you look unwell. Pinks and peaches

will shed a rosy glow.If you will be incorporating

complementary colors into the room, use the paint color swatch as your guide. Most paint manufacturers use three or four differ-ent shades on one sample card. When selecting a complementary shade, be sure to pick from the same tone on the card. That means

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...color should flow throughout a house. Every room need not be painted the same color....


if youre choosing the darkest of color #1 from a card, youll want to choose the darkest from color #2.

Another idea is to leave walls neutral and use bold color on design accents. For example, designers at marthastewart.com recommend painting the inside of niches, shelves or cabinets with glass doors in bright tones and the outside white to create an eye-catching space without going overboard. Put a bold color on moulding or use an appliance or a fixture in a bright color as your splash of boldness.

Remember to have balance. If you will be painting an entire

room in a bold color, think about having the other decor items in neutral colors. Sofas and rugs should be neutral colors, or consider toning down a vibrant color with the use of white molding or baseboards.

All it may take is a little inspiration to get started on fun, inviting color schemes in the home. Furniture store Raymour & Flanigan offers a handy design tool for incorporating different colors into a space. Find ideas at www.raymourflanigan.com/De-sign-Center/Color-Story.aspx.

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Open floor plans have evolved to be the floor plan of choice in new homes and current home renovations. Turn on a home renovation show, and youre likely to see eager homeowners knocking down walls to open the kitchen to the family room. Walls have become anathema to homeowners.

There are many supporters of the open floor plan, particularly those who entertain frequently or like to keep an eye on children throughout the house. Although open floor plans are touted, there are plenty of people who have never been enamored with having all of their rooms flowing into one. There also are some people who prefer a different style.

For those who are not fans of the open floor plan, blame the excess of the 1980s for their inception. In homes built in the 1960s and 1970s, rooms were compart-mentalized and isolated for specific activities. During the 1980s, an era of bigger is better, when entertaining was widely popular among homeowners, designers noticed that many homeowners preferred an open floor plan in which rooms merged into one another, creating the illusion of more space. These floor plans also enable people to be in separate rooms and still interact with one another across the space.

A homes floor plan largely depends on the preference of the homeowner. There are many advantages to having an open floor plan versus one that is more compart-mentalized. Here is a look at some of the pros and cons.

Pro: Open floor plans can be safer for parents of young children. If the home opens up with the living spaces branching off from the kitchen, parents can keep an eye on children while the parents prepare dinner. It also eliminates the number of places that kids can hide and get into mischief.

Con: Privacy is reduced in a home with few walls. Much in the way that an open floor plan enables children to be seen from every angle, it also enables you to be seen -- and all of your belongings as well. Theres also no place to retreat to if you need a minute to collect yourself when entertaining. Youre on display unless you retreat to the bathroom.

Pro: Entertaining can be easier in a home with an open floor plan because hosts and hostesses are not separated from their guests or holed up in the kitchen the entire time. An open space enables everyone to mingle and conversations to flow.

Con: Those who like to host events without showing guests all of their dirty dishes or secrets of the kitchen may dislike an open floor plan.

Pro: Light can flow effectively through an open space, minimizing dark rooms and reducing the need to install more windows. Light in and of itself can help a home feel more spacious.

Con: While light can flow easily, so can sound. Noises through the house may be

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amplified. A student doing homework in the dining room may be disturbed by the television blaring in the family room. Talk-ing on the phone or even finding a quiet nook to read a book may be challenging.

Pro: Open floor plans allow for more family time together in one space than a home with a more compartmentalized layout.

Con: People who are collectors or who have a lot of furni-ture or accent items may find that open floor plans do not work well with this type of design mantra.

Pro: Because several rooms run into one another, color choices for walls and furnishings in a home with an open floor plan can be limited and cohesive, making choices easier.

Con: On the flip side, those who want to incorporate differ-ent color schemes and eclectic styles may have difficulty decid-ing on where to end rooms or how to co-mingle furniture.

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Therewere2,339 totalclosings inDecember2012,up23.4%compared to December 2011. 62.1% of all home saleswere in the$200,000 and under category. The average closing price for the

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What hom-eowner has not lamented that they have many more belongings than they have storage space? In some homes, particularly in older homes, closet space and other areas to store items may be lacking. Apartment dwellers often find theyre lacking in storage space as well. But savvy homeowners can find both permanent and temporary solutions to their home storage problems.

One of the easiest ways to create storage space is to simply remove some belongings from the residence. Go through closets around the house and pick through the attic and/or garage to see if there are any items that can be discarded or donated. Items that are broken can be discarded, while those things that still have utility can be donated or sold.

The next step is to maximize the space of your existing closets. Many closets are equipped with just a shelf and a clothing rack, greatly limiting the storage potential. Investing in a closet organization system is

one way to trans-form a poorly utilized space. These systems can be purchased, often inexpensively, from a home improve-ment center. Com-piled of modular racks and shelving, the positioning can be customized depending on the size of the closet. Oftentimes, the addition of shelving or another rack for hanging clothes can solve some storage issues. These closet systems also are ideal for renters because they can be installed with mini-

mal damage and be removed when a lease expires.Homeowners may have to think vertically to

solve storage solutions. Wall space may be abundant in a home where closets are not. Therefore, shelv-ing and cabinets can be places to keep items neatly off the floor. A series of shelves can be installed next to a washing machine to keep laundry supplies organized. In childrens rooms, build bookcases the height of the room so children can store frequently

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Many apartment dwellers recognize the advantage of having items that serve double-duty in their living spaces. For example, a convertible sofa can be used for sitting and then turn into a bed for overnight guests. Ottomans that have a storage compartment

can house anything from throw blankets to magazines. An armoire may house the television but also have a pull-out shelf that can hold a laptop computer.

In the kitchen, move food items out of cabinetry and into a pantry you create elsewhere in the house, such as a laundry room or garage. This frees up more room for pots and pans. Cabinets that have pull-out shelving help maximize tight recesses of cabinets and keep things organized and in sight. For those with limited cabinets, pots and pans can be hung from a pot rack sus-pended in the kitchen.

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Put some consideration into how you design your

laundry room.Designing a laundry room When purchasing a home, buyers often look at the kitchen

space and how many bedrooms there are, while largely ignoring other rooms, including the laundry room. Oftentimes, the washer and dryer are relegated to a dark corner of the basement or garage, and homeowners simply accept their laundry lot.

More and more manufacturers now produce washers and dry-ers that are both functional and aesthetically appealing. As a result, homeowners and renters need not feel they have to hide laundry rooms like they did in the past. Having the laundry nearby the family action -- and paying attention to laundry room design -- can make the work of keeping clothes tidy that much easier.

Many designers would agree that you need not sacrifice style for function in a laundry room. As with any other area of the house, impart design elements into the room and make it a room in which you want to spend time.

* First and foremost, select appliances that offer the features you need and want. Also, find appliances that fit the space you have. Front-loading appliances have become the latest must-have, but some units may be too big or expensive for your space. Those with a limited area for laundry can invest in a stackable set, in which the washer and dryer are combined into one vertical unit. For those who want to add a pop of color, select among the variety of colored washers and dryers that are turning up in store showrooms. Youre no longer limited to white, black and beige.

* Consider cabinetry in your laundry space. Cabinets and draw-ers are not just for the kitchen. They can hide cleaning products, detergent, dryer sheets and so much more. Fill drawers with stain-removal sticks and items to mend clothes that may be missing a button or have a small hole that needs tending.

* A laundry area also can be much more than just a place to wash and fold clothes. Many people like to turn this spot into a multipurpose zone. By including some shelving and a refrigerator in the laundry room, you can create a food-storage pantry. A large countertop normally used to fold clothes can also double as a gift-wrapping station. Think about merging a laundry room with a craft room where sewing or scrapbooking can take place.

* Remember to leave room for the soiled clothing. Raising hamper bins off of the floor to be suspended from a rod above the washer frees up valuable floor space. Otherwise, keep the hamper behind a curtain or tucked into a cabinet to ensure the laundry room always looks neat, even when you havent yet gotten to the newest pile of dirty clothes.

* Dont be afraid of adding color and artwork to the laundry space. In fact, embrace it. Heres an out-of-the-way area of the home where you can explore your creativity and have a little fun. Try an eye-opening color, such as apple green or bright yellow to add a sunny disposition to the room.

* You dont have to spend a fortune on a

laundry room re-do. Shop in salvage stores or antique shops for custom pieces to add character to the space. You can probably find cabinetry or shelving for a fraction of the cost of new items, and these older items may add more character to the space.

* Save space by installing a counter just above the dryer so you will have a place to fold and stack clothing.

* The bulk of dirty clothes will be generated in the bedrooms and bathroom of the house. But who wants to carry clothes down to a laundry area on a lower level? See if you can tuck a laundry room into an upstairs closet or nook to make doing laundry more practical.

Although a laundry room is often an afterthought, taking time to organize and plan the space can make it both functional and inviting.

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$799,000 Most Luxurious Bldg in the City! Finest Finishes Throughout-Decorated by a Top NY Designer. Viking Appl., Soaking Tub in the Master Bath. Views of Gardens, Tennis Courts & Uptown at Night.

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$725,000 Complete renovation including floor plan enhancement, rounded corners on walls, HVAC automatic Air/Q whole house air freshener, Control 4 whole house system with I device remote control of both HVAC and A/V Systems, Custom Lighting includ-ing Micro-Touch dimmers, New Crown Molding, Custom Fireplace and glass shelving, Wet bar including Wine cooler, wireless window shades, Steam Shower, and more....

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$799,000 Fabulous Renovation Opportunity on the 7th tee of Myers Park Country Club ! Beautiful views of the course on .69 of an acre. Sold in AS IS condition ..


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$810,000 Magnificent WF home in quiet & convenient Waterford Point. Kitchen in this home is one of the best in this price point! High-end, commercial grade appliances, Miele coffee/expresso maker, warming drawer,steamer, it has it all! Great floorplan w/huge MBR on main. Two story GR w/gas fireplace. Sunroom overlooks lake. Priv ensuite on bsmt level. 171 of shoreline w/dock, slip,lift & great views!


$799,900 SHORT SALE PROCESS BEGUN 08/2012. Great property, mega amounts of space and storage. Secondary living quarters in basement if needed. Beautiful pool, boat slip, in a great neighbor-hood..Convenient to everything! This is the home for a large family or someone who justs likes big living. Great home to entertain indoors and out. Full third story, for storage, teen hangout, hobby room.


Lee Ann Miller (704) 896-5141Allen Tate Company

$799,000 Stunning Custom Built Waterfront Home in desired area of Lake Wylie, Close to schools and shopping, Huge kitchen with Granite Is-land, Heavy Moldings, Hardwoods, 2nd Living Quarters, Large Garage with workshop area, Finished Basement includes Media Room and Rec/Den area. Great Subdivision with Community Pool, Walking Trails, Play Area. Easy Commute to Airport and Uptown Charlotte


Andy Reynolds (704) 763-7196Keller Williams at Baxter

$839,000 It seems that no details were left undone when this fine home was blt and buyers will be impressed w /the quality of finishes & abundance of upgrades found thruout this thoughtfully constructed home. Beyond the interior, the rear yard features lush privacy landscap-ing, stone fireplace, water feature, patio & lovely covered terrace. This home is a rare find in todays market.


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$869,000 Impeccable attention to details plus a unique 1.06 acre lot make this Ballantyne CC home most special. Park-like grounds feature a covered patio, loggia, fountain, waterfall & Koi pond in addition to a lrg level grassed area for play. Interior features include coffered ceiling, private study, 2 frpls, 4 BRs w/ensuite BTs, excellent storage, Bonus & Media Rms. Bonus Rm also is potential 5th BR.


$875,000 Water Front Living at its best! Deep Water, Covered Sitting Area on dock, Boat Lift, Jet ski docks and AMAZING Views! Move in ready. Great Open Floor Plan on one level. Kitchen w/ granite, SS Appl., Custom Cabinets, Breakfast Bar, Tile Backsplash. Master w/ sitting area, Views of Lake, Walk In Closet. Master Bath w/ Jac. tub, Custom Cabinets, Huge Tile Shower, Double Sinks. Oversized garage!


$895,000 Country Living only a couple miles from Lake Wylie. Gorgeous 29 Acre Estate w/ Great Floor Plan, Prof. Decorated, Upgrades Galore!! In ground Pool w/ Waterfalls & Pool House. 4 Stall Barn w/ Loft, Tack Room. 2 Electric Fenced Pastures. 6000 SF Metal Building w/Storage, Garage Bays, 2 extra Bedrooms & Living Space. Master Suite on Main w/ His & Hers Walk-In Closet. Huge Bonus on 2nd Level.


$850,000 Executive home with exceptional features! Architectural detailing, trey ceiling, accent lighting & f/p. Separate informal areas include sunken great room, wet bar & morning room. State-of-the-art gourmet kitchen!! Master suite has trappings of a 5 Star Hotel.

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$910,000 Beautiful, Newer, Waterfront Home in Desirable Westport w/Big Views! Superb Home, Fabulous Location & Energy Efficient ICF Construction! High Ceilings, Lakeside MBR, Plus Additional Suite on Main Level. Spacious GR w/Lake Views. Downstairs is Second Living Quarters w/Kit, 2 Huge BRs & Rec Rm. Exercise Rm Over Garage. Private Dock w/Slip. Wonderful, Must See Home!


$950,000 Exquisite Custom Built Simonini Piper Glen Home. Every detail was thoughtfully considered. From every bedroom equipped with its own bath all the way down to the heated floors in the kitchen and mstr bath. You will be impressed with the 10 foot ceilings through out, secondary living quarters in the walkout basement, beautiful outdoor terraces, stunning library with built-ns. Short Sale SOLD AS IS!


$950,000 STUNNING! Wide open views! This FULL BRICK, Water-front home w/spectacular views, Dock w/Lift, Beach, .66 Acre Cul-de-sac Lot, Private, Outdoor Kitchen, over sized Garage, Media Room w/Wet Bar, Loft, Game Room, beautiful sun room w/expansive views, Open Kitchen w/SS Appliances, Granite and More. Located off the new Langetree Exit 31, No traffic congestion here! IMPRESSIVE! WELL MAINTAINED!


$995,000 Exceptional waterfront property on Lake Wylie! Physically located within The Sanctuary but not legally part of -- 3.56 acres with over 1000 SF of private cove & water views. Excellent potential for an estate home or evaluate for development. There is 1300 SF home on the prop-erty, being sold in existing condition. Value is in the land. Click on MEDIA to access recent survey.


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$997,500 Absolutely Stunning Custom Home on acre lot. Outdoor Oa-sis w/ In-Ground Salt Water Pool & Hot Tub, Outdoor Kitchen, Fenced Yard, Screened Porch & Covered Veranda. Home has too many upgrades to list. A few are Marble floors, Extensive Moldings, Chef s Dream Kitch-en w/ Viking Appliances, Master on Main, Beautiful Faux paint in different areas of home and Exercise Rm w/ Sauna. Great Clover Schools!


$1,100,000 Stunning waterfront home that shows like a model features gleaming hardwood floors, open floor plan, large rooms w/ vaulted ceiling in Greatroom & soaring stone FP, trey ceilings in MBR & DR, huge BRs all with access to a full bath, huge bonus room w/ gas log FP &tons of storage & beautiful screened porch w/built-in speakers & stone FP that overlooks private setting on the lake!


$1,000,000 Architectural masterpiece built by Artisan Custom Homes in exclusive gated community. Desirable finishes incl. wide plank distressed cherry floors, slate, cedar beams, trusses & bead board ceilings, (3) stone FPs/incredible scr. porch & (5) covered terraces. Wonderful flow w/all rooms but the 4th Bedroom/Bonus & full Bath on main level. 2.57 acres w/ beautiful fenced pool, spa & stone waterfall.


Catherine Taylor (704) 453-1596Allen Tate Company

$999,000 Seeing is believing! This executive house backs to the 1st fairway and offers grand features while in a setting of casual elegance. Abundant windows, high ceilings and open spaces grab your attention as you enter this home. Impressive details are found on both levels including the extensive outdoor living areas. Elevator, wine cellar, theater, pool and extensive storage...nothing was left out!

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$1,200,000 VACATION EVERYDAY! Tons of upgrades throughout this gorgeous waterfront home. Panoramic Waterfront views of Lake Norman on a huge, private, and beautifully manicured lot with deep water, trex deck and dock - double slips with lift, and breath taking sunset views. All brick home (weeping brick mortar) with basement, rocking chair style front porch - GORGEOUS!


$1,249,000 Excellent condition, terrific floor plan & a level private acre plus lot make this brick/stone basement property a wonderful place to call home. A few features: gourmet KT w/keeping room & stone fire-place, custom cabinetry thuout, large BRs and 6th BR/office plus a marvel-ous walkout basement w/wine cellar, media, rec room, abundant storage & so much more. This lovely home is move-in ready.


$1,149,000 Stunning custom designed Mediterranean residence in Prestigious Ballanytne Country Club situated on the 6th green. Incredible features throughout including tile work, custom fixtures, barrel tile roof, coffered ceiling & more. 2 story Great rm w/soaring wall of windows. Gourmet Kitchen, Nanny Suite over garage. Spectacular Lower level w/bar, wine rm, guest suite, billiard, screen porch & exercise.


Lisa Whetstone (704) 607-9619Dickens Mitchener & Assoc. Inc

$1,199,000 Spectacular Waterfront Custom Home! Mahogany Front Door w/ Cut Glass, Wood Paneled Elevator to all 3 floors. 10 ft. ceilings on each floor. Master Bath has 18 Ft. Domed Ceiling, Walk In Shower & Heated Tile Floor, Huge Master Closet. Chef s Kitchen w/ Walk In Pantry, Custom Cabinets. Walnut Hardwood Floors, custom mantel w/ travertine surround, beautiful winding man-made stream set on timer.




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$1,400,000 Panoramic views, finely crafted finishes, versatile flrplan, custom int finishes & great attention to architectural detail just begin to describe this Arcadia-blt home in BCC. With a quality of construction seldom available, this home is perfect for entertaining lrg groups & a comfortable family lifestyle. Expansive rear views from 2 levels overlook the golf course & ponds.


$1,395,000 Elegant traditional 2-story with basement features 10 ft ceilings on the main & 9 ft ceilings on the upper level, original hardwood floors, huge formal rooms, crown moldings, 2 sunrooms (one currently being used as a study), bright & light greatroom/family room w/ built-ins & french door to brick terrace & fenced backyard! Additional heated room behind garage could be perfect office or studio!


$1,850,000 Welcome to Charlottes most luxurious condominium penthouse! Located in the heart of Charlottes business and cultural center, 230 South Tryon is reminiscent of the timeless elegance of the grand apartment buildings found along New Yorks Park Avenue. Elegant finishes, warm living spaces, multiple terraces and expansive views will surround you in this sophisticated home.


Joe Sibielski (704) 617-7500Allen Tate Company

$1,999,900 BANK SAYS BRING AN OFFER-QUICK CLOSING POSSIBLE!! HOME IS MOVE-IN READY, WARRANTY! Breathtaking main channel views invite you into this magnificent WF home. Elegant entertain-ing on the main level with casual entertaining on the lake level with billiard room, media room, bar, wine cellar, pool, hot tub, covered boat slip, sandy beach. Chef s Kit., luxury master on main, Library, elevator. HURRY!


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South Mecklenburgschools Public Schools:

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools 980.343.3000 www.cms.k12.nc.us

Private Schools:

Charlotte Country Day jk-12 704-943-4500 www.charlottecountyday.org

Charlotte Latin School prek-12 704-846-1100 www.charlottelatin.org

Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School 6-8 704-527-7822 www.htcms.com

Providence Day School tk-12 704-887-7041 www.providenceday.org

attractions SouthPark Mall, Ballantyne Resort, The Village @ SouthPark, Charlottes

Symphonys Summer Pops Series, Phillips Place, Freedom Park, Carolina Place Mall,

McMullen & McAlpine Creek Greenways, Shalom Park For more info:

Charlotte Chamber of Commerce: www.charlottechamber.com

City of Charlotte: www.charmeck.com

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area boasts the states 2nd largest business district. Beautiful neighborhoods, exquisite

dining and shopping all of the cities finest offerings can be found on the elm lined

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$40,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba, HUD Home. Special Fi-nancing Available. Hundres more Available! Sold As-Is, Where-Is without repairs or warranties.

www.morepics.info/2116393

Angie Huminik(704) 544-8925

$47,000 4 Bd, 2 Ba, This home is in need of TLC...Great value for the family with a vision or an investors dream..Walls are adorned with beautiful wood paneling. Nice large lot. Bring an offer!


Valerie Lewis(704) 375-3082

$62,500 1 Bd, 1 Ba, Charming 1BR, 1BA ground unit condo w/ spacious rooms, eat-in kitchen, tall ceil-ings, & wood floors under carpet needs updating but in good condition!Convenient to all the Dilworth amenities & uptown Charlotte! Low property taxes! Homeowners dues covers water bill & exterior maintenance!


Kathy Carver(704) 714-6695Dilworth

$69,700 2 Bd, 3 Ba, This 2 bedroom/2 bed-room condo is a great value! Hardwood floors in the living area. Nice front porch. Great for an owner occupant or investor.


Valerie Lewis(704) 375-3082

$70,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba, SOLD! Charming condo! Move in condition.... Stainless appli-ances, updates in kitchen, great room and ba. Ready for a new owner. Show and you will not have to go anywhere else. : )


Jean Bridges(704) 367-7285

$79,900 3 Bd, 2 Ba, Freshly painted & up-dated split bedroom ranch w/ large greatroom featuring raised hearth fireplace & vaulted ceiling & large Master suite w/ walk-in closet ! Huge deck & storage room ovelooks wooded partially fenced backyard! Motivated seller!


Kathy Carver(704) 714-6695Fairfield

$85,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba, Completely updated and ready to move in! Great house JUST outside of Uptown and Southend with a fantastic huge, flat back yard.


Robyn Riordan(704) 905-4991Westover Hills

$87,888 2 Bd, 3 Ba, $3000 toward Buyer paid closing. 7.5 Miles from Center City/Up-town - this cozy townhome feels like home with a large eat in Kitchen, Crown Molding, Corner FP with Raised Hearth and sliding doors that lead to private patio. Two Master Suites!


Katherine Hansen(704) 877-2921

$89,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba, Live in a 2 bedroom/1.5 ba in Dilworth for under $100k! This 1st floor unit is ready to move in with new double paned windows, new laminate and ceramic tile floor-ing, kitchen updates, and fresh paint. Walk to the community pool!


T.J. Larsen704-927-4447

$99,000 1 Bd, 1 Ba, This one bedroom loft style South Park condo has been completely rennovated. Owner installed new floors, added W/D in closet, new closet doors, updated the baroom, updated kitchen with new appliances and cabinets. Fresh, clean feel throughout the entire unit.


T.J. Larsen704-927-4447

$99,900 2 Bd, 2 Ba, The Kimberlee!! 2 bedroom condo in Southpark Hi Rise!! Only $99,900. Do not Wait!!! Very desirable building, location and price!! Call 1.800.613.6370 ext 411 or text 44455 to 35244 for all the info!


Randy Lindsay(803) 370-9324Southpark

$102,900 2 Bd, 3 Ba, Stunning TH located in developing Steel Creek. Townhome is located within minutes to shopping and restaurants. Pri-vate back yard, all appliances, and seller offering $3000 towards closing costs. Take advantage of short sale pricing without the headaches!


T.J. Larsen704-927-4447

$106,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba, Great home located just minutes from South Park and Pineville. New hot water heater in 2010, new refrigerator and dishwasher in 2011, new paint in bedrooms, kitchen, bathrooms and stairwell in 2012, new chimney flue in 2012.


T.J. Larsen704-927-4447

$109,990 2 Bd, 3 Ba, Former model unit - tons of upgrades!


Vanessa Hunter704-604-9395Laurel Valley

$110,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba, Lovingly Maintained Brick Ranch Style Home on .58 Acre Private, Wooded and Fenced Lot; Freshly Painted Interior, Hardwood Floors, 2 Full bas with Tile Flooring, Roof Approximately 9 Years Old, Windows Have Been Replaced; Home is Being Sold As Is. Inspection Report Available.


Marlyn Jamison(704) 367-7289

$112,500 2 Bd, 2 Ba, Close to South Park, the light rail, I-77.485 and uptown. This condo has a split floorplan with sunroom and gas fire-place. Two very spacious bedrooms, each with two private barooms. Bennington Place offers amenities-pool, tennis courts, club house.


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$115,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba, Fantastic opportunity to live in Dilworth. This 3 bedroom home has renovated kitchen and bas. The owners have left the flooring out for the client to choose the flooring of there taste. Ask your realtor about the flooring credit. Dont forget to visit the Pool when you tour the property.


T.J. Larsen704-927-4447

$115,000 3 Bd, 2 Ba, 3 BR, 2 BA brick home in Echo Hills close to uptown. Beautiful hardwoods throughout original part of home, including kitchen. Nice master BR suite at the back of the home. w/ sep entrance. 1 car detached garage. All appliances convey.


Ann Rudd(704) 617-0847Echo Hills

$138,500 4 Bd, 3 Ba, Spacious home situated in desirable Matthews area close to shopping and easy access to Uptown. Home features open great room, formal dining AND eat-in kitchen. Dont miss the community pool, playground and tennis courts!


T.J. Larsen704-927-4447Callaway Forest

$139,900 3 Bd, 4 Ba, Beautiful, fully renovated TH in sought after So Char. Upgrades galore! New 42 cabinets, granite, hardwoods, new windows, All barooms fully renovated. 2 Br Suites w/walk-in closets & private bas. base-ment can be used as 3rd Br w/ private ba or BR.


Lisa Ratledge704-651-3131Raintree

$150,000 2 Bd, 3 Ba, Great SouthPark loca-tion, short walk to finest restaurants and shop-ping. Updated kitchen with granite countertops and new appliances. Nice floor plan with two bedroom suites. HOA dues include basic cable, gas for cooking, heating & water heater, electric


Jean Bridges(704) 367-7285Trianon

$153,500 3 Bd, 3 Ba, Just What You Were Waiting For-Meticulously Maintained and Up-dated End Unit Located on Prime Interior Lot w/ Patio Overlooking Wooded Setting. Attached One Car Garage; Fresh Neutral Colors; Grand Open Foyer, Living/DR; Open Kitchen/Den with


Marlyn Jamison(704) 367-7289

$154,990 3 Bd, 3 Ba, Garden tub in master ba, 12x12 patio, designer interior paint and upgraded flooring! Premier Kitchen includes maple cabinets, granite countertops and stain-less appliances! Come view this one today!


Vanessa Hunter704-604-9395St Clair

$160,000 2 Bd, 2 Ba, Great opportunity in a premier location within desirable Queens Sta-tion. Jump on the Gold Rush or bus and avoid costly Uptown parking. Over-sized enclosed pa-tio provides a great space to entertain. Move-in ready. Refrigerator and w/d remain.


Robyn Riordan(704) 905-4991Myers Park

$165,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba, 3 bedroom/2.5 ba with lots of charm! This gorgeous townhome is in a prime location with the new construction of the Tanger Outlet mall! This is the best end-unit floorplan in the development with $25,000 in upgrades!


T.J. Larsen704-927-4447

$165,000 3 Bd, 3 Ba, UNDER CONTR

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