Lake Norman to Uptown Charlotte Living: North Carolina: Huntersville

Stephens Grove Homes for Sale - Huntersville NC Real Estate

I moved into Stephens Grove neighborhood in Huntersville NC over 5 years ago with my wife Suzanne and 3 year old triplet boys ( which are turning 8 next week). After living in Ft Lauderdale, FL for 15 years I was looking to find a home in the country. However, my wife is more of a city girl. So my dilemma was to find that happy median.

After searching for a couple of weeks we stumbled across this neighborhood tucked away off this country road. (Stephens Road in Huntersville, NC) We wanted to be close to Lake Norman, NC, as well as, Uptown Charlotte (to keep the wife happy).

It is a Shea Home community, which makes it even more attractive. Shea homes have always been a respected builder throughout the Carolina's and we loved their floor plans.

 The amenties include a pool, tennis courts, basketball court, playground and clubhouse. The common areas are very well kept and seasonal flowers are planted regularly to make the entrance always look beautiful.

 The Lake Norman area of Charlotte NC and the town of Huntersville NC offers a great balance of sprawling farm area as well as quaint shopping villages nearby.

I have been selling real estate now for over 5 years and believe that the Stephens Grove neighborhood is an excellent place to live. From the local schools to the youth sports it provides you and your family with an outstanding quality of life.

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

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

Residents living in Mecklenburg County, NC have gone years without new assessments and property taxes. This certainly is not a good time to be raising anyone's taxes but they are coming.

I still believe that North Carolina is still a very affordable place to live. I have clients who live in New Jersey and pay close to $8000/year for a 1200 sq ft home. On my home in Huntersville NC which is in Mecklenburg County I pay just over $3000/year. I am very comfortable to be paying that amount for the tremendous schools, parks and other amenities in the north Charlotte area.

Mecklenburg County commissioners will soon debate where to set next year's property tax rate. Some residents say the rate should be lowered by five pennies to the so-called "revenue-neutral" rate to reflect the overall rise in property values, while others have said they'd be willing to keep the current rate of 83.87 cents per $100 of valuation to help raise more money for services like schools. Commissioners may also pick a different number.

This searchable database shows what your potential county tax bill could be in 2011-12 based on the original property values sent out this spring, the current estimate of the revenue-neutral rate and the current levy. It estimates only the county portion of your bill, and doesn't include any taxes owed to a city or town. Go to the link below and fill out the form. It will calculate your new tax rate.

   http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/05/12/2291858/tax-rate-database.html

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

The Lake Norman Regional Economic Development Corp. will host a Monday April 4th groundbreaking for ABB, a Swiss company set to build a $90 million manufacturing plant in Commerce Station Business Park off N.C. 115.

The company plans to hire 100 workers to make high-voltage underground electrical cables to extend the U.S. power grid.

ABB, whose North American headquarters are in Cary, provides transmission and distribution equipment and technology for power grids worldwide. The company operates in about 100 countries and employs about 117,000 people, including 771 full-time workers in North Carolina.

The high-voltage and extra-high-voltage cables that will be made in Huntersville are in growing demand to carry electricity long distances from solar, wind and other renewable-energy sources, ABB officials said.

The Huntersville jobs will pay an average of $64,008 a year, higher than Mecklenburg County's $48,776 average, ABB officials said. The jobs will include a 50-50 mix of manufacturing workers and engineers, officials said.

ABB officials cited Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, engineering talent in the Charlotte area and the region's quality of life as factors in locating the plant here.

The state is providing about $5 million in incentives, and Mecklenburg County and Huntersville about another $6 million combined, spread over eight to 12 years, said Dale Carroll, deputy secretary of the N.C. Department of Commerce.

Groundbreaking festivities will be from 2-3:30 p.m., starting in the Central Piedmont Community College North Campus auditorium at 11930 Verhoeff Drive. A shuttle will then take guests to Commerce Station for the official groundbreaking.

This is great news for the economy and the Lake Norman Region. As a resident and Broker we hope this trend continues thoughtout the 2011 year. Huntersville continues to lead the way in the state of North Carolina for it's growth and desirability.

Bassmaster Southern Open 2011 is coming to Lake Norman, NC March 24th-26th.

First time since 2006 that a national BASS event has been held on Lake Norman.  Event will feature 400 of the top professional anglers from around the world.  Boats will launch from Blythe Landing, weigh-ins held lakeside first two days and final Saturday weigh-in will be held at Bass Pro Shop (Concord).

If this is your fist time visiting the Lake Norman region you are in for a treat. Weather is going to be great with all outdoor patio bars ready for your enjoyment.

There are plenty of hotels within minutes of Blythe Landing just of I-77 exit 25. There is the Courtyard by Marriott, Residence Inn, Holiday Inn Express just to name a few. The great thing about staying off of exit 25 is the proximity to everything.

Birkdale Village which is located a mile off of exit 25 in Huntersville has everything you are looking for when visiting a new area.  It has some great restaurants along with shopping and a Movie theater. The weather should be great so come and enjoy the Bassmaster Tournament and the Lake Norman area.

Property Management Lake Norman Region to Uptown Charlotte, NC.

Times are tough for homeowners. Sky-high gas prices. Weak job growth. Record foreclosures. The evidence is everywhere, and it's making home ownership more difficult than it has been in years. Even with a faltering real estate market, however, rentals are flourishing, according to Condo.com, a National based Web site that is counting more and more rental properties among its condominium listings.

"The credit crisis has made it virtually impossible in some markets to get financed for a mortgage," he says. "Because of that issue in the for-sale market, you're seeing a lot of demand in the rental market." Tenants are looking for more than a roof over their heads.

Lake and Town Realty prides ourselves on giving great customer service, which says has been the key to retaining tenants and growing our business. "We focus on taking care of current tenant and owner needs, and that brings us the business."

Go to our website at : http://www.lakeandtown.com/propertymanagement.html for all the information you need in deciding on whether renting is going to be an option for you. !


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

New Construction Homes under 200's in Monteith Park, Huntersville, NC

Monteith Park is a master-planned community in Huntersville, NC just 16 miles north of uptown Charlotte. Monteith Park blends charm and character with architectural design to create a community known for its graceful front porches and wide-open spaces.

At the heart of this pedestrian-friendly community is a 30-acre network of parks, walking trails, bike paths and picnic areas. Monteith Parkresidents also enjoy a clubhouse, a junior Olympic size pool, waterslide, a children's wading pool and a playground. The Town of Huntersville is convenient to the recreation haven of Lake Norman, the Carolinas' largest man-made lake with over 520 miles of models and 13 floor plans

1- and 2-story homes

• In the heart of Huntsville, convenient to I-77 and Birkdale Village
• Close to schools
• Great on-site amenities
• HardiPlank siding with 15-year warranty, large front porches and more
• Available downstairs master bedroom (per plan) and other Built to Order choices

Huntersville NC Custom Built Home for Sale on 1 Acre - Huntersville NC Real Estate. This is a rare find in the town of Huntersville NC. This beautiful custom built home is located at 7219 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC 28078. It is a 3 bedroom plus a Bonus Room with over 2600+ square feet. There is extensive crown molding, hardwoods throughout the downstairs, upgraded kitchen appliances, custom paint, security system, and screened in porch.

The entire yard is fenced-in with maintenance free composite fencing and an electric entrance gate for additional security. The yard is also equipped with irrigation and landscape lighting to add a beautiful nighttime appearance. This house is located just minutes from the popular Birkdale Village and I-77. It is also within one of Charlotte Mecklenburg's finest school districts.

If someone is looking for privacy and no HOA restrictions look no further. Priced at $329,000 this home is a great buy in Huntersville, NC. Reduced by $30,000.

To view more pictures go to: http://picasaweb.google.com/mike28078/KarinsHouse?fgl=true&pli=1#

Mike@LakeAndTown.com

Cell 704-301-9264