The 6 successfully CLOSED home sales in Matthews NC's Sardis Plantation neighborhood over the past six months... - had an Average Sales Price of $235,500 (range was $161,000 to $296,000) - spent an Average of 155 Days on the Market (range was 63 days to 260 days) - sold for an Average of 89.1% of the Original List Price, average of 96% of the Final List Price - Seller Paid Closing Cost Contributions of $350 to $6,000 were included in 4 of the 6 recent Sardis Plantation neighborhood home sales The Upper $200s have had HALF of all recent home Sales activity Available Sardis Plantation Homes for Sale are priced at $239,900 (as of today there's just 1 available home for sale) The currently available home for sale has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, around 2,200 square feet of living space and is a 2... 03/28/2012

The 1 available home for sale in Matthews NC's Sardis Plantation neighborhood is priced at $239,900. To view the neighborhood real estate listings (link updated daily) - Sardis Plantation Neighborhood Homes for Sale Recently SOLD activity is the majority of neighborhood real estate activity as of March 2012. Pending home sales activity has dropped to 0 for now but the amount of Active listings (choices for Buyers) has also dropped to just 1 available home for sale. The neighborhood real estate inventory level is VERY LOW at a 1 month supply of homes for sale (balanced conditions would be around a 6 month supply) The Available Sardis Plantation Homes for Sale are priced at the Low $200s Recent home Sales have been highest at the Upper $200s For the home sales report - Sardis Plantation N... 03/28/2012

What would Spring in the Carolinas be without the Easter Bunny?  Next weekend, the Easter Bunny visits historic downtown Matthews NC twice.  Lunch with the Easter Bunny On Friday, March 30, the Easter Bunny will have lunch with children ages two to five.  The luncheon will take place at the Matthews Community Center from 11am to 12pm.  The children will also do a fun craft and have a picture taken with the bunny.  Tickets for the lunch are $7 and can be purchased at the community center. Easter Eggstravaganza Stumptown Park in downtown Matthews will host the annual Easter Eggstravaganza for children ages 12 and under.  There will be carnival games, prizes and inflatables for hopping plus the annual Egg Hunts.  Refreshments and music will round out the festival.  The Easter Bunny will be... 03/23/2012

Sardis Plantation Homes Use this handy review of Sardis Plantation homes for sale and Sardis PlantationHome Listings. This is a popular community located in Matthews, NC-on the cusp of South Charlotte.  Sardis Plantation s noted for its rolling terrain, offering quite a few basement homes-primarily brick exteriors, and large lots.  It is an established neighborhood with a good location and great schools. Below, you'll find easy access to other Charlotte neighborhoods  near Sardis Plantation. The following report numbers are market averages for "active, pending and sold” properties as published in the Carolina MLS-just for Sardis Plantation homes. Sardis Plantation Housing Market Update:January 2010 - March 2012     Status  # of Homes List Price Sold  Price Days on Market Active 3 $285,... 03/08/2012

The 4 successfully CLOSED home sales in Matthews NC's Sardis Plantation neighborhood over the past six months... - had an Average Sales Price of $254,250 (range was $190,000 to $296,000) - spent an Average of 169 Days on the Market (range was 63 days to 260 days) - sold for an Average of 90.5% of the Original List Price, average of 96% of the Final List Price - Seller Paid Closing Cost Contributions of $350 to $6,000 were included in 3 of the 4 recent Sardis Plantation neighborhood home sales   The Upper $200s have had the majority (75%) of recent home Sales activity Available Sardis Plantation Homes for Sale are priced from $239,900 to $310,000 The currently available homes for sale have 3 to 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, around 2,200 to over 2,500 square feet of living space and include 2 st... 02/29/2012

The 3 available homes for sale in Matthews NC's Sardis Plantation neighborhood are priced from $239,900 to $310,000. To view the neighborhood real estate listings (link updated daily) -Sardis Plantation Neighborhood Homes for Sale Recently SOLD activity is still the slight majority of neighborhood real estate activity as of February 2012.  Pending home sales activity is EQUAL over the past month with 2 homes Under Contract in Sardis Plantation. Available homes for sale are UP to 3 active real estate listings right now. The neighborhood real estate inventory level is still quite LOW at a 4.5 month supply of homes for sale (balanced conditions would be around a 6 month supply) The Available Sardis Plantation Homes for Sale are priced at the Low $200s and Low $300s Recent home Sales have b... 02/29/2012

While performing a home inspection near Carowind in South Charlotte Home Inspection Carolina inspector found a chimney that was in need of some TLC. There wasn't enough of a chimney cap to cover the top of the bricks. The other problem is that the flue is exposed to the weather and there is no rain cap or spark arrester to protect it. It is important to protect the chimney as repairs can be quite costly. Home Inspection Carolina has been providing quality home inspectionsin the Charlotte NC for years and now has added thermal infrared scanning to there list of services.They provide home inspections and termite inspections in Charlotte NC, Monroe NC, Gastonia NC, Weddington NC, Lake Norman NC, Concord NC, Fort Mill SC and Rock Hill SC.They also provide a free 90 day warranty and free rec... 02/18/2012

Brightmoor, a small-town Charlotte neighborhood. Bicycle to historic downtown Matthews NC where you can find local produce at the Saturday morning farmers market, take out a book at the library, have coffee or lunch at one of the restaurants or enjoy one of the town's numerous festivals.  Brightmoor is a Charlotte neighborhood in a small town setting. Brightmoor’s homes were built from the mid-1980s through the early 1990s.  They are found on lots with wider frontage than in today’s developments so they are surrounded by mature landscaping and have space for wooded backyards.  Brightmoor’s early homes are traditional with colonial exteriors and front porches.  Later homes in the neighborhood are transitional in nature with open floor plans.  You can find ranches or two-story homes in th... 02/17/2012

The 6 successfully CLOSED home sales in Matthews NC's Sardis Plantation neighborhood over the past six months... - had an Average Sales Price of $269,500 (range was $190,000 to $307,000) - spent an Average of 144 Days on the Market (range was 37 days to 260 days) - sold for an Average of 91.9% of the Original List Price, average of 96% of the Final List Price - Seller Paid Closing Cost Contributions of $350 to $7,000 were included in 4 of the 6 recent Sardis Plantation neighborhood home sales   The Upper $200s have had the majority (67%) of recent home Sales activity Available Sardis Plantation Homes for Sale are priced from $239,900 to $307,000 The currently available homes for sale have 3 to 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, around 2,200 to over 2,500 square feet of living space and include 2 st... 02/01/2012

The 2 available homes for sale in Matthews NC's Sardis Plantation neighborhood are priced from $239,900 to $307,000. To view the neighborhood real estate listings (link updated daily) -Sardis Plantation Neighborhood Homes for Sale Recently SOLD activity is still the majority (60%) of neighborhood real estate activity as of January 2012.  Under Contract activity is UP over the past month to 2 homes Under Contract in Sardis Plantation. Available homes for sale are DOWN to just 2 active real estate listings right now. The neighborhood real estate inventory level is very LOW at just a 2 month supply of homes for sale (balanced conditions would be around a 6 month supply) For the recent home sales report - Sardis Plantation Neighborhood Recent Home Sales Activity January 2012 The Available S... 02/01/2012

3br Matthews Townhome For Sale Summerfield Townhomes OverviewMapsPhotosFeaturesDescriptionMarket Stats $120,000 Condominium Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 1,783 sqft Location 2710 Mill Valley CourtMatthews, NC 28105USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Debe Maxwell, CRS The Maxwell House Group(704) 491.3310Debe@DebeMaxwell.comhttp://www.iCharlotteRealEstate.com         Listed by: Debe Maxwell - The Maxwell House Group Our recent listings Lot Available - Land For Sale Waxhaw NC Skyecroft3br Matthews Townhome For Sale Summerfield TownhomesAVE Condos For Sale in Uptown CharlotteUNDER CONTRACT! Charlotte Ranch Home In Historic Midwood Charlotte NCUNDER CONTRACT! Charlotte Ranch Home For Sale in... 01/22/2012

The 2011 Matthews NC Real Estate Market—Five Facts It's time to look at the real estate market in Matthews NC and to assess how home buyers and home sellers fared in 2011. Here are five facts about the Matthews marketplace in 2011. The single family market in Matthews improved last year over each of the previous two years with 6.9% more homes sold than in 2010. The median sales price was up slightly over 2010 and up 6% over 2009. Matthews’ townhome market has declined every year since 2008.  The median sales price of townhomes has been at the $160,000 level for the past two years, substantial decline from median sales prices over $225,000 in 2008 and 2009. There is still new construction to be found in Matthews at around 11% of the marketplace. Distressed sales accounted for approximate... 01/17/2012

Blackstone is a Shea Homes community of about 130 homes with amenities that include a neighborhood clubhouse, swimming pool and tennis courts. Blackstone is unique because it has a Matthews mailing address where your children will be able to attend excellent Weddington schools, but has a Union County tax location (lower taxes). Click on the house to find your new home. 01/09/2012

Matthews NC Elementary Schools Moving to Matthews NC?  If you are the parent of young children, you are probably very interested in the elementary schools that serve Matthews students. Newcomers to Matthews should first do some research on the school system.  The Town of Matthews doesn't own the schools within its borders.  The Matthews schools are part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS), a county-wide school district.  This means that the pupil assignment zones don't correspond to town boundaries.  Click here to learn some basics about the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Where will Matthews students attend elementary school? There are three elementary schools located within the Town of Matthews. They are Matthews Elementary, Elizabeth Lane Elementary, and Crown Point Elementary.  Th... 12/31/2011

The 9 successfully closed home sales in Matthews NC's Sardis Plantation neighborhood over the past six months... - had an Average Sales Price of $278,877 (range was $225,000 to $307,000) - spent an Average of 116 Days on the Market (range was 37 days to 223 days) - sold for an Average of 92.8% of the Original List Price, average of 97% of the Final List Price - Seller Paid Closing Cost Contributions of $350 to $7,000 were included in 6 of the 9 recent Sardis Plantation neighborhood home sales   The Upper $200s have had the majority of recent home sales activity Available Sardis Plantation Homes for Sale are priced from $164,900 to $307,000 The currently available homes for sale have 3 to 4 bedrooms, 2.0 to 2.5 baths, around 1,900 to over 2,500 square feet of living space and home styles... 12/29/2011

The 5 available homes for sale in Matthews NC's Sardis Plantation neighborhood are priced from $164,900 to $307,000. To view the neighborhood real estate listings (link updated daily) -Sardis Plantation Neighborhood Homes for Sale Recently SOLD activity is the majority (over 60%) of neighborhood real estate activity as of December 2011.  Under Contract activity is at a standstill right now with 0 homes Under Contract in Sardis Plantation - that indicates a slowdown in home sales activity in the near future. The neighborhood real estate inventory level is LOW at just a 3.3 month supply of homes for sale - BUT even though the inventory is low the lack of any Under Contract activity shifts conditions slightly back in favor of home Buyers For the home sales report - Sardis Plantation Neighb... 12/29/2011

How is the real estate market in South Charlotte’s Matthews Plantation?One of South Charlotte’s favored communities, Matthews Plantation is located in the heart of  Matthews.  180 beautiful full-brick homes make up this Trotter community with lovely tree-lined streets and an active community with great amenities.Search homes for sale in the Matthew Plantation neighborhood in South Charlotte (Mecklenburg County).  Then give us a call (704-491-3310) and we’ll be happy to give you the Matthews Plantation tour!Below is the current Matthews Plantation real estate market report for December, 2011.  With an average homes sale every two months in Matthews Plantation, our current inventory reflects a 4-month supply (a seller’s market) with only two homes currently for sale.  6 homes sold in the ... 12/29/2011

The 3 available homes for sale in Matthews NC's Winterbrooke neighborhood are priced from $299,900 to $314,900. To view the neighborhood real estate listings (link updated daily) -Winterbrooke Neighborhood Homes for Sale Available Homes for Sale are 75% of all neighborhood real estate activity as of December 2011. Under Contract activity (indication of upcoming home sales) is at 0 and the recent sales pace is VERY likely to also drop in the near future. The neighborhood real estate inventory is quite High at a 17.6 month supply of homes for sale. There are just 3 neighborhood homes available right now but that's still a high supply of homes for sale compared to the very slow Sales and Under Contract activity recently. Most of the Available Winterbrooke Homes for Sale are priced at the L... 12/28/2011

Crestdale Middle School Matthews NC – Great Middle School in South Charlotte Area! I’ve heard many parents jokingly refer to middle school, in general, as the “black hole” of education, but that is certainly not true of Crestdale Middle School, which is located in the Matthews area of South Charlotte NC!  Despite the pre-teen angst, the challenge of “fitting in” in middle school, and students looking to find or create their own identities, Crestdale Middle School does a good job of nurturing its students and preparing them for the rigors of high school. Crestdale is a School of Distinction in NC! For the academic year 2010-2011, Crestdale Middle School was named a School of Distinction  in the North Carolina ABC testing program, with 89% of students scoring at or above grade level.  Cre... 12/28/2011

South Charlotte Full Brick Custom Home For Sale In Matthews Plantation OverviewMapsPhotosFeaturesDescriptionMarket Stats $275,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 2,663 sqftLot: 0.37 acre(s) Location 1134 Holly Ridge DriveMatthews, NC 28105USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Debe Maxwell, CRS The Maxwell House Group(704) 491.3310Debe@DebeMaxwell.comhttp://www.iCharlotteRealEstate.com         Listed by: Debe Maxwell - The Maxwell House Group Our recent listings Myers Park In Town Custom Home For Sale In Myers ParkSouth Charlotte Full Brick Custom Home For Sale In Matthews PlantationContemporary Home for Sale in Providence High School ZoneBeautiful Ranch Home For Sale in Mi... 12/17/2011