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More than just Lake Wylie
Lake Wylie is both the name of the oldest reservoir established on the Catawba River and a census-designated place on the border of the two Carolinas. Life at the neighborhood country club and the recreational opportunities that the namesake lake provides are a huge part of Lake Wylie’s appeal, though this prosperous community has much more to offer. “People love the award-winning schools; the lower South Carolina taxes; the easy commute back into Charlotte, North Carolina; and the laid-back, relaxed lifestyle,” says lifelong resident Andy Reynolds, a Realtor with Keller Williams who has been selling homes in the area for 18 years. “When you cross over the bridge coming back from your busy workday and see the big lake, your blood pressure lowers, and you can relax a little bit. It’s like coming home to a nature preserve.”
Fun on Lake Wylie – and on land, too
Kayaking, paddleboarding and motorboating are common pastimes among Lake Wylie residents. Many launch their vessels from the Buster Boyd Boat Ramp on the neighborhood’s east end, while others dock their boats at River Hills Marina Club. Also in the area is River Hills Country Club, which offers an 18-hole golf course, racquet courts, a competition lap pool and more. Athletes visit Field Day Park for its pickleball courts, baseball diamonds and astroturf soccer fields, while children enjoy the park’s modern playground, a rubber floor allowing for safe play. Swimmers don’t just cool off at the YMCA Aquatics Center during the summer, the heated indoor pools allow them to take a dip year-round.
Many residents of Lake Wylie enjoy fishing all year round.
Kayaking is a popular past time on Lake Wylie.
The Buster Boyd Boat Ramp is free and conveniently located in Lake Wylie.
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Lakefront homes, townhouses and condos
Much of Lake Wylie is still covered by mature trees, with streets and occasional sidewalks rolling through the shade. The houses of River Hills, a gated community, primarily date from the 1970s to the ‘90s. New, 21st century constructions are sprouting up in River Hills and other subdivisions, too. Architectural styles vary widely, from ranch-style and French country homes to Colonial Revival and New Traditional builds. Single-family homes start at $300,000 and usually get up to $2,000,000, or higher. “It’s difficult to find anything lakefront under $1 million,” says Mary Webster, Realtor with Keller Williams who has sold homes in the Charlotte metro area for 10 years. Subdivisions such as Harpers Mill have townhouses, with prices ranging from $250,000 to $400,000. Condos run from $150,000 to $350,000.
Condominiums are also an option in the Lake Wylie neighborhood.
Many of the older homes in Lake Wylie are large elongated brick ranches.
Locals can also find large millennium mansions in Lake Wylie.
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Fourth of July fireworks on the lake
Residents are in a prime position to enjoy the many Fourth of July fireworks shows that take place in Lake Wylie. Many spectators watch the rockets' red glare from Buster Boyd Bridge Boat Landing, Papa Doc’s patio and other lakefront spots.
Lakeside dining and nearby stores
Mounted on stilts in Lake Wylie’s reservoir, Papa Doc’s takes being a waterfront restaurant to a whole new level. “It’s a local legend place where you can drive your boat up and dock it,” says Webster. “There’s a large indoor and outdoor dining area, they have food trucks and music — it’s very much a lake party atmosphere.” For a more high-end waterfront dining experience, Reynolds recommends Drift on Lake Wylie, which serves up lobster bisque, shrimp cocktails and other seafood staples. Though Lake Wylie is predominantly residential, the neighborhood does have a shopping area with a Lowe’s, Walmart Supercenter, Publix and other stores.
Locals can grab a beverage with friends at Papa Doc's Shore Club on Lake Wylie.
For all home improvement supplies, head to Lowe's in Lake Wylie.
There is a Walmart for all shopping needs in Lake Wylie.
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The highly rated Clover School District
Students can attend schools within the Clover School District. “The district is well-run and well-funded,” Reynolds says. “Lake Wylie kids don’t have to ‘pay-to-play’ like others in the area.” Pre-kindergarten through fifth grade students in River Hills can attend Crowders Creek Elementary, while children north of the highway can attend Oakridge Elementary. Students can move up to Oakridge Middle and Clover High. The high school allows students to engage in work-based learning and dually enroll in courses at York Technical College. The school’s Clover Choraliers vocal group regularly wins state championships. All these schools receive A ratings from Niche. By 2026, the Clover School District plans on building an additional high school closer to Lake Wylie.
The Oakridge Elementary School in Clover, SC serves just over 800 students.
The Oakridge Middle School in Clover, SC has a 16 to 1 student teacher ratio.
The Clover High School is ranked 29th in high schools in South Carolina.
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Charlotte’s just across Buster Boyd Bridge
South Carolina Highway 49, also known as Charlotte Highway, is Lake Wylie’s primary thoroughfare. The road’s Buster Boyd Bridge crosses into North Carolina. “Buster Boyd Bridge offers easy access to the Steele Creek shopping area in Charlotte, where you have a Target, medical facilities and things like that,” Webster says. Commuters can expect a 20-mile drive to Uptown Charlotte, and traffic can delay the ride significantly.
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