Lake Norman
Largest man-made lake in the state
From 1959 to 1964, Lake Norman was created as part of the Cowan's Ford Dam construction and is the state's largest artificial body of fresh water. It is 34 miles long, covers 32,750 acres with a shoreline of 520 miles, and attracts visitors from all over for its water recreation.
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Estates on the lake
Most of the three-to-five-bedroom estates were built in the 2000s and sit on tracts of land that measure up to approximately 1/2 acre, many with waterfront views. Architecturally, the styles run the gamut from Cape Cod to contemporary. "We're also seeing modern farmhouse styles," Hovey says. Prices range from $338,000 to $4.9 million. The homes have garages, and the heavily wooded streets are narrow. There are no sidewalks. Many of Lake Norman's residents live within homeowner association communities.
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Schools get high marks
Children may start their education at Lake Norman Elementary, known for its dual immersion classes. The school received an A from Niche. Brawley Middle School offers students an International Baccalaureate program and has an A-minus from Niche. Lake Norman High School has an A-minus Niche score.
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Lots of recreation along the lake
Lake Norman State Park, on the northern shore, boasts the Itusi Trail, a nearly 31-mile mountain biking trail. It's also known for its sprawling camping sites. Park Lake, set off from the larger Lake Norman, offers quiet spots for fishing and paddling. Heron rookeries on two islands shelter over 25 great blue heron nests. There's plenty to do in the towns surrounding the lake. It can be a 4-mile drive via back roads to get to Memory Lane Motorsports and Historical Automobile in Mooresville. The museum features over 15 different types of race cars, from Soap derby drag cars to Winston Cup Stock and NASCAR cars. For wine tasting, residents can drive up to 15 miles via Interstate 77 to enter Davesté Vineyards in Troutman, the first winery in Iredell County.
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Abundant shopping and dining options
Locals can get their necessities at ALDI, Costco and Sam's Club, and the Lake Norman area offers a variety of shopping experiences. There are small boutiques in Downtown Davidson, chain retailers at Birkdale Village and antiques at Oak Street Mill in Huntersville. There are also several farmers markets for fresh and organic produce, including the Davidson Farmers Market and Huntersville Grower's Market. There are three waterfront dining options—Hello Sailor, North Harbor Club Restaurant and Port City Club.
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Head to Charlotte on I-77
Travel time to Charlotte can vary from 30 to 45 minutes, depending on where residents live on the lake; however, everyone needs to take Interstate 77 South to get there. Driving to Charlotte Douglas International Airport can take 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the starting location.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jillian Mack
Jillian Mack
Allen Tate Mooresville/Lake Norman
(980) 600-2594
28 Total Sales
13 in Lake Norman
$265K - $6M Price Range
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Steve Mueller
Steve Mueller
EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne
(980) 580-8208
158 Total Sales
2 in Lake Norman
$330K - $648K Price Range
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Kathleen Walton
Kathleen Walton
Century 21 Lawrie Lawrence
(980) 365-5701
81 Total Sales
20 in Lake Norman
$319K - $2.4M Price Range
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Elizabeth Davis
Elizabeth Davis
Keller Williams Unified
(980) 270-1851
140 Total Sales
33 in Lake Norman
$232K - $4.2M Price Range
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Joseph McMurry
Joseph McMurry
Allen Tate Charlotte South
(980) 351-1495
151 Total Sales
1 in Lake Norman
$390,000 Price
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Carlos Garcia
Carlos Garcia
Coldwell Banker Realty
(980) 223-4202
128 Total Sales
2 in Lake Norman
$775K - $875K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Beatty's Ford Park
- Lake
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Mary Beaty Tot Lot
Hope Park
Lochmere Park
Lake Davidson Nature Preserve
Reed Creek Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lake Norman | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lake Norman Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake Norman, Mooresville sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Norman, Mooresville over the last 12 months is $386,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$410,000
Median Sale Price
$386,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$406,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$435,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$440,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
465
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
9,033
Number of Homes for Sale
37
Median Year Built
2000
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,034
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,658
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,323
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,041
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
29,620
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
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Saturday, Aug 911am - 2pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,675 - $2,650 per month
- The Osprey at Lake Norman
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 768+ Sq Ft
- 134 Village Club Dr
- Mooresville, NC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
33,595
Median Age
46
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$129,853
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,890
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
58%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.9%
% Population in Labor Force
69.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
23
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Lake Norman of Catawba
Quiet, arboreal, fast-growing neighborhood next to North Carolina’s biggest lake
Mooresville
A one-stop destination for retail, entertainment and recreation.
Troutman
A one-stop destination for retail, entertainment and recreation
Huntersville
A sprawling and fast-growing suburban town along the Lake Norman shoreline
Davis Lake-Eastfield
Thoughtfully designed communities on the northern outskirts of Charlotte
Highland Creek
An insulated Charlotte community with amenities, golf and top-ranked schools
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