Lake Norman to Uptown Charlotte Living: Mike Carpino Realtor from Lake Norman to Uptown Charlotte, NC (Lake And Town Realty)

Lake Norman 1+ Acre Waterfront Lots for Sale - Build Your Dream Lake Home Now!

How to buy land – A checklist for every buyer A land purchase is a long-term investment. And, buying land is different from buying a house, so I have compiled a short checklist for your reference during your land research.

 Before you start your search, do you know what are you looking for? The main considerations for most buyers are:

• Price: What is your budget? Land is sometimes sold with a price tag, but more often you’ll see land prices in terms of price per acre. Bear in mind that you may be able to negotiate with the seller to divide a tract to help meet your budget.
•  Location: Do you need your land to be located in a specific county or state? Or are you open to various locations as long as the land is within a set travel distance from your primary residence? How often will you be traveling to your tract?
• Size: Do you need a specific size or are you flexible on acreage to accommodate your budget? Can you manage 2,000 acres or would 75 acres be a better fit?
• Intended Use: Depending on your intended use, there are a variety of amenities and utilities that can mean the difference between enjoying your land right away, or spending time and money making inprovements.

Mike Carpino
Broker/Owner
2011 Charlotte Five Star Real Estate Agent
Mike@LakeAndTown.com
704 301-9264

Lake Norman Waterfront Homes for Sale 20 minutes from Uptown Charlotte

The Lake Norman region continues to be a great destination for many people relocating to Charlotte, NC. It has some of the most beautiful real estate in all of North Carolina.

The towns of Denver, Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson and Mooresville provide residents the opportunity to enjoy the lake lifestyle without the long commute to Uptown Charlotte.

Real Estate on Lake Norman has become more affordale and people are realizing that it is a great opportunity to buy lake property. Home prices that were once listed between 700k-800k are now selling for $500k.

Mike Carpino
Broker/Owner
2011 Charlotte Five Star Real Estate Agent
Mike@LakeAndTown.com
704 301-9264

Lake Norman Waterfront Real Estate - Hough High School District

For many of the families who are relocating to the Lake Norman region of Charlotte, NC one of their main concerns is what school system their children will be attending and can I get waterfront property.

Hough High School which is located in the Lake Norman region is considered one of the top schools in the county. It is the only school in the county that you can attend and live on Lake Norman. 

William A. Hough High School is one of two schools that opened August 25, 2010 for students. It is built on land on Bailey Road. The school is a prototype for future high schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School system. It consists of 99 classrooms along with football and baseball fields and track and tennis courts.

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Lake Norman Waterfront Homes for Sale Less than 5yrs old -     Lake Norman Waterfront Real EstateLake Norman in North

Carolina is the largest man-made lake in NC, and is located in the northern part of Mecklenburg County, just 18 miles northwest of Charlotte. It is sometimes called an "Inland Sea," with over 520 miles of beautiful shoreline. It also has some of the most expensive real estate in Charlotte, NC.

The Lake Norman area actually consists of lakefront neighborhoods, spectacular golf, elegant shopping and the charming village atmosphere of Cornelius, Davidson, Denver, Mooresville and Huntersville. It is now one of the most rapidly growing and popular areas in North Carolina.

Think of it as “Charlotte casual.” A place where you can enjoy the benefits of doing business in one of America’s most dynamic metropolitan areas, yet still find countless reasons to kick off those wingtips and ease into your flip-flops.

Serious Business. Serious fun. That’s what North Carolina’s Lake Norman Region is all about. However, if you are not ready yet to buy one of those homes there are plenty others Lake Norman waterfront homes priced between 300k to over 1 million.

Mike Carpino
Broker/Owner
2011 Charlotte Five Star Real Estate Agent
Mike@LakeAndTown.com
704 301-9264

Denver, NC Waterfront Homes for Sale - Great Lake Living without all the snow!

The recent growth of Charlotte has fueled tremendous development of the areas surrounding Lake Norman. The lake has become a very popular recreation spot, attracting thousands of visitors every year for fishing, swimming and boating. Interstate route 77 runs along the east side of the lake and, because of the fast and easy access to Charlotte, the lake's east side has developed very quickly. Where small summer cottages and pine forests stood only a few short years ago, million dollar homes now sit and look out over the water.

New homes and businesses are suddenly popping up throughout the area and several large development projects are underway. With a location that offers easy access to Charlotte and Hickory, yet still let's you feel away from it all with beautiful lake views and a small town atmosphere, it's no wonder that the area is predicted to grow quickly in the coming years. People are beginning to discover the charm of the "other side of the lake" and in particular, Denver.

Mike Carpino
Broker/Owner
2011 Charlotte Five Star Real Estate Agent
Mike@LakeAndTown.com
704 301-9264

Lake Norman Real Estate - The 30 Most Expensive Homes on Lake Norman

Lake Norman in North Carolina is the largest man-made lake in NC, and is located in the northern part of Mecklenburg County, just 18 miles northwest of Charlotte. It is sometimes called an "Inland Sea," with over 520 miles of beautiful shoreline. It also has some of the most expensive real estate in Charlotte, NC.

The Lake Norman area actually consists of lakefront neighborhoods, spectacular golf, elegant shopping and the charming village atmosphere of Cornelius, Davidson, Denver, Mooresville and Huntersville. It is now one of the most rapidly growing and popular areas in North Carolina.

Think of it as “Charlotte casual.” A place where you can enjoy the benefits of doing business in one of America’s most dynamic metropolitan areas, yet still find countless reasons to kick off those wingtips and ease into your flip-flops.

Serious Business. Serious fun. That’s what North Carolina’s Lake Norman Region is all about. However, if you are not ready yet to buy one of those homes there are plenty others Lake Norman waterfront homes priced between 300k to over 1 million.

Mike Carpino
Mike@LakeAndTown.com
704-301-9264

Lake Norman Waterfront Homes For Sale - Waterfront Communities - Real Estate

Sailview - Nestled on Lake Norman's west side, Sailview is perfect for those with active lifestyles. Yet, it's also a great place to find peace and tranquility. Residents enjoy a host of amenities, including a swim and tennis club overlooking the lake. An 8-acre park with a playground and an exercise station lies at the heart of the community, while walking paths provide quick and easy access to the community's boat slips. There is also a public boat launch nearby.

Norman Estates - Norman Estates is located on the west side of Lake Norman and has some of the most magnificent open water views around. These gated estate offer privacy and sophistication that you can expect from a multi-milliion dollar community.

The Peninsula - Luxury living at its Best! This is one of the subdivisions that Crescent Communities developed on Lake Norman. The Peninsula boasts beautiful waterfront Real Estate priced up to $4.5M

The Point - The Point Communityis situated on the shores of Lake Norman, the largestinland lake in the Carolinas. The waterfront setting sets a soothing backdrop to the days here, while nearby are the quaint towns of Mooresville, Davidson, and Cornelius. And, the city of Charlotte is a short drive down I-77.

Bahia Bay - This community is located in desirable Cornelius, NC. Minutes from shopping, restaurants, Birkdale Village, I-77 and in a great school district!
 

Patrick's Purchase - Beautiful custom built homes located in Cornelius, NC on Lake Norman. Large wooded lots with privacy and serenity.

Mike Carpino
Broker/Owner
2011 Charlotte Five Star Real Estate Agent
Mike@LakeAndTown.com
704 301-9264

The next wave of foreclosures in the Charlotte and Lake Norman Region is coming.

OK, so let's put 2011 behind us and start off the 2012 in a good mood. Well, I was ready to but I had to stop drinking my coffee and read the headline story today in the Charlotte Observer. "Housing Glut looms behind the region's "shadow inventory".

Now I know after some of yoy have read the story feel like that is bad news for the Real Estate market I look at it as a great opportunity for many looking to move to get a terrific buy. Many of my clients are looking to buy on Lake Norman and are noticing the tremendous value on waterfront homes.

Lake Norman is a great destination for many who want Lake Living with access to city ammenities. There is over 500 miles of shoreline with homes and lots priced from $150k to over $8 million.

So, let's ring in the New Year with optimism and opportunity. I hope everyone has a healthy, safe and prosperous 2012!

Mike Carpino
2011 Charlotte Five Star Real Estate Agent
Mike@LakeAndTown.com
704-301-9264

Lake Norman Waterfront Real Estate - Iredell County 28117

Iredell County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of 2010, the population was 159,437. Its county seat is Statesville and its largest town is Mooresville. It is a major hub of NASCAR racing, with many race shops located in the county (mostly around Mooresville). Universal Technical Institute operates NASCAR Technical Institute under licensing agreements. The school offers racing-related instruction to prepare the student for their job search in the racing industry. Many NASCAR drivers live around Mooresville and Lake Norman. Although northern Iredell County has retained much of its rural character, the southern half of the county is experiencing rapid suburbanization and population growth, largely due to the immense popularity of the Lake Norman area for residents of nearby Charlotte, North Carolina's largest city.

Iredell County is an important transportation center for the state, as both Interstate 77 and Interstate 40 cross just north of Statesville. This has given birth to the county's slogan "Crossroads for the Future." Residents have easy access going south on I-77 to Charlotte; north on I-77 to Elkin, North Carolina and Roanoke, Virginia; east on I-40 to Winston-Salem, Greensboro and Raleigh; and west along I-40 to Hickory, North Carolina and Asheville.

The county's largest river, the Catawba, forms much of its western border. Lake Norman, North Carolina's largest manmade lake, is the most prominent geographic feature of southern Iredell County; it is often called North Carolina's "inland sea".

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Mike Carpino
Mike@LakeAndTown.com
704-301-9264

Lake Norman Waterfront Real Estate - Homes for Sale

The Lake Norman and Charlotte NC areas have a strong economic climate, natural beauty and some of the best communities in the country.

 Lake Norman is unique in that it is located just minutes from a leading metro area and is accessible from I-77 running North and South, I-40 running east and west at the top of the lake, and I-85 running south of the lake area.

Our NC mountains with winter sports are just a 1.5 hour drive and both NC and SC beaches are only a 3.5 hour trip. The area enjoys lower energy cost and lower taxes than most other states. Medical facilities are readily available.

Lake Norman is distinctive community bordering on four counties with their own public school systems, charter schools, private schools, recreational activities - boating, skiing, fishing, and golfing and a wide variety of shopping and dining. Lake Norman has over 530 miles of shoreline just minutes from Uptown Charlotte, NC.