Charlotte Homes with Recreation Area Community Features

Charlotte Homes with Recreation Area Community Features

Welcome to Charlotte, a vibrant city located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Known for its unique mix of modern amenities and Southern charm, Charlotte offers a diverse range of attractions and activities for residents and visitors alike.

One of the standout features of Charlotte's real estate market is the abundance of homes with recreation area community features. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, fitness buff, or simply enjoy spending time in nature, these communities provide the perfect setting to enjoy an active lifestyle right at your doorstep. From community parks and walking trails to swimming pools and tennis courts, there is no shortage of options to stay active and socialize with your neighbors.

Imagine starting your day with a refreshing swim in the community pool, followed by a leisurely stroll along tree-lined paths, and ending with a friendly game of tennis with friends. In Charlotte's homes with recreation area community features, every day offers new opportunities to stay healthy, connect with nature, and build lasting memories with loved ones.

If you're looking for a home that offers more than just a place to live but a lifestyle to enjoy, consider exploring the diverse range of properties with recreation area community features in Charlotte. Experience the best of both worlds – the tranquility of a recreational retreat within easy reach of the vibrant urban amenities that Charlotte has to offer.

Newest Charlotte Homes with Recreation Area Community Features

$559,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 4406001 MLS COMING SOON Status
Welcome home to this like-new gem in the highly coveted Berewick community! Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated, this stunning home is truly move-in ready with fresh interior paint, brand-new carpet, stylish designer light fixtures, and more. The inviting main level showcases beautiful hardwood floors, elegant crown molding, and a formal dining room accented by a striking coffered ceiling. The spacious kitchen is a dream for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring abundant cabinetry and counter space, granite countertops, a tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, a large pantry, and an expansive breakfast bar. The adjoining breakfast area provides even more room for gathering with family and friends. The warm and welcoming great room is anchored by a cozy gas log fireplace and custom built-in cabinetry with glass fronts and accent lighting, creating the perfect focal point. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a custom accent wall, generous walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bath complete with a dual-sink vanity, relaxing soaking tub, and a large tiled walk-in shower with semi-frameless glass enclosure. Two additional bedrooms each feature custom accent walls and share a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom. A spacious bonus room with two closets provides exceptional flexibility as a fourth bedroom, media room, or recreational space. An upstairs laundry room with extra storage adds everyday convenience. The unfinished walk-out basement is already equipped with plumbing, windows, and a sliding glass door, offering endless possibilities to create additional living space, a guest suite, home gym, or recreation room. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard oasis featuring a screened porch, open deck, and a fully fenced yard backing to peaceful greenspace and mature trees for added privacy and tranquil views. Completing this exceptional home is a spacious two-car garage. Ideally located close to I-485, the airport, shopping and restaurants, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect combination of style, space, functionality, and future potential.

9233 Inverness Bay Road, Charlotte

Listing courtesy of Helen Adams Realty. agamble@helenadamsrealty.com

$1,275,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 4407606 MLS COMING SOON Status
Modern Show-Stopping Home in Award-Winning Ardrey! Welcome to this stunning, completely renovated home in the heart of Ardrey, one of Ballantyne's most sought-after communities, known for its award-winning schools, picturesque streets, pocket parks, and exceptional lifestyle. This home seamlessly blends timeless Southern architecture with sophisticated modern design. From the inviting rocking chair front porch to the thoughtfully designed interior, every detail has been carefully curated to create a home that is both elegant and welcoming. Step inside to discover soaring 10-foot ceilings, brand-new flooring, extensive custom molding and trim, designer lighting, and beautifully updated living spaces throughout. The dedicated office and elegant dining room provide stylish spaces for working from home or entertaining guests, while the light-filled sunroom offers the perfect place to relax year-round. At the heart of the home is a true chef's kitchen, featuring custom 42-inch cabinetry, stunning Carrara quartz countertops, premium GE Monogram appliances, a 36-inch gas range, wall oven with convection microwave, pot filler, oversized island, custom coffee bar, and abundant storage—designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The spacious main-level primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a fully customized walk-in closet and a beautifully updated spa-inspired bath. Upstairs, you'll find generously sized secondary bedrooms with renovated bathrooms, along with a spacious bonus room offering endless flexibility as a media room, playroom, or home gym. One of the home's most exceptional features is its backyard living—a true find in Ardrey. The spacious backyard offers plenty of room to relax, play and entertain. Professionally designed outdoor living takes center stage with a beautiful travertine patio, custom pergola, and outdoor fireplace, creating an inviting extension of the home that's perfect for gathering with family and friends throughout the year. Additional highlights include an extended driveway, detached garage, a thoughtfully redesigned laundry room, and an unbeatable location directly across from Ardrey's popular dog park while overlooking one of the community's charming parks and fountain. Just minutes from Ballantyne's premier shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, and zoned for some of Charlotte's top-rated schools, this home offers the perfect combination of luxury, location, and lifestyle. Completely renovated. Thoughtfully designed. Rarely available. This is Ballantyne living at its finest.

9632 Cotton Stand Road, Charlotte

Listing courtesy of Corcoran HM Properties. rachel@rachelcostrealestate.com

$525,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 4406514 MLS COMING SOON Status
Welcome to effortless luxury living in this beautifully appointed ONE OF A KIND ranch home in highly sought after Vineyards on Lake Wylie. Built in 2019 and thoughtfully designed with an open-concept floor plan, three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a guest half bathroom, and a versatile bonus room—all on one level. At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen impresses with a spacious island, farmhouse sink, quartz countertops, classic subway tile backsplash, abundant shaker-style cabinetry, premium Whirlpool stainless steel appliances, wall oven, and five-burner gas cooktop. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area and inviting light-filled living room, where a gas log fireplace with custom built-in bookshelves creates a warm focal point. Upgraded lighting, elegant millwork, and quality finishes elevate every space of this home. The private primary suite is a true sanctuary featuring a tray ceiling and a spa-inspired bathroom complete with dual quartz vanities, an oversized tiled shower, and an expansive closet with plenty of storage. Two generously sized secondary bedrooms share a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom, while the flexible bonus room adapts easily to a home office, media room, or playroom. A stylish drop zone and half bathroom near the two-car garage adds everyday convenience. Designed for exceptional indoor-outdoor living, the peaceful screened porch opens to an expansive covered patio with a fire pit area, enhanced by café lighting, and multiple seating zones, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. The partially fenced backyard offers a play area, mature landscaping, and a wooded backdrop in your own private back yard oasis. Residents enjoy outstanding resort-style amenities in this lake community, including outdoor pools, a fitness center and clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce ball, playground, dog park, picnic area, trails, community boat slips, boat ramp, paddleboard and kayak launch site, and boat/RV storage. Ideally located just minutes from the Whitewater Center, the new River District, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Uptown Charlotte, and major highways including I-485, I-85, and US-74, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience. Current VA loan is assumable, reach out to listing agent for additional questions.

8504 Pennegrove Circle, Charlotte

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne. 980-316-4454

$870,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 4407965 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained full brick two-story nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Park Crossing community. Offering timeless charm, thoughtful updates, and incredible future potential, this home is designed for both everyday living and memorable entertaining. The updated kitchen, refinished heart of pine floors throughout the entire main level (2025), and updated lighting create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Just off the living area, the spacious approximately 12' x 16' screened porch provides gorgeous views of the private backyard and is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. The extended paver patio offers additional space for outdoor dining, grilling, and entertaining family and friends. The approximately 588-square-foot unfinished space over the garage features permanent stairs and is already pre-plumbed for an additional bathroom, making it ideal for a future bonus room, guest suite, home office, or media room. Some improvements include a downstairs HVAC (2021), upstairs HVAC (2026), downstairs ductwork replacement (2025), refinished heart of pine floors (2025), triple-pane double-hung windows (2011), gutter guards on the second-story gutters, CPI Security System. Life in Park Crossing is about so much more than the home itself. This highly desirable neighborhood offers outstanding recreational amenities, including an Olympic-sized swimming pool, kiddie pool, tennis and pickleball courts, playgrounds, and recreation areas. Residents also enjoy convenient access to the nearby Little Sugar Creek Greenway for walking, running, and biking. (Swim & Racquet Club membership is separate.) Beyond the amenities, Park Crossing is known for its vibrant community spirit, with the active Park Crossing Social Club hosting events throughout the year that make it easy to meet neighbors and create lasting friendships. Ideally located just minutes from premier shopping, dining, and I-485, this exceptional home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, community, and opportunity.

9209 Hanover South Trail, Charlotte

Listing courtesy of Helen Adams Realty. mtaylor@helenadamsrealty.com

$360,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 4407197 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the highly desirable Riverbend community. Offering approximately 1,690 square feet of comfortable living space, this move-in-ready home features an inviting open floor plan designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Significant updates including new flooring installed in 2021, a new water heater (2023), and a new HVAC system (2024). The spacious living room is centered around a cozy gas fireplace and flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, creating the perfect space for gathering. Upstairs, the generous primary suite features dual walk-in closets, dual vanities, a relaxing garden tub and shower. Two additional bedrooms, full bathroom and a conveniently located second-floor laundry room complete the upper level. Step outside to a private backyard that backs to mature trees, offering a peaceful setting to unwind, entertain, or enjoy your morning coffee. The attached two-car garage provides ample parking and additional storage. Located in the sought-after Riverbend community, residents enjoy outstanding amenities, including a community pool with a waterslide, playgrounds, walking trails, and recreation areas. Just minutes from Riverbend Village, Mountain Island Lake, shopping, dining, and major highways, you'll have easy access to Uptown Charlotte and Charlotte Douglas International Airport. This home is Move-in ready, thoughtfully updated, and waiting for its next chapter, this home checks all the boxes. .

10216 Old Carolina Drive, Charlotte

Listing courtesy of Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Paracle. tfandel@paraclerealty.com

$549,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 4379963 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this beautiful, move-in ready home in The Palisades, one of Charlotte’s most popular golf course communities on Lake Wylie. Tucked away in the back of the neighborhood, this home offers a quieter setting away from through traffic, while still being close to the communities resort-style amenities, including a pool, club house, playground, walking trails, and tennis courts. Backing up to reserve with no homes directly behind, you’ll love the outdoor space, with a recently added screened-in porch, extended patio, and a large fenced backyard that’s perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or letting pets and kids play. Inside, the main floor has an open layout with LPV flooring and a comfortable flow for everyday living. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a gas cooktop, and stainless steel appliances, opening into the living room with a cozy gas fireplace. There’s also a bedroom and full bath on the main level, perfect for guests, a home office, or flexible living needs. Upstairs, you’ll find a loft area, laundry room, two secondary bedrooms with large walk-in closets and a shared full bath, along with the spacious primary suite. The primary bathroom includes double vanities, a stand-up tile shower, and an oversized walk-in closet. This home has so much to offer with a price below the competition, schedule your showing today!

17712 Terryglass Lane, Charlotte

Listing courtesy of Carolina Homes Connection, LLC. CBHoard@gmail.com

$994,888
6 Beds 5 Baths 4406238 MLS ACTIVE Status
You don’t want to miss this incredible opportunity with the lowest price per SQ FT in the entire neighborhood and could come optionally furnished at the right price! Welcome to one of Griffith Lakes’ most extensively customized luxury residences—a remarkable Toll Brothers home offering 6 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and more than 5,100 square feet of impeccably finished living space, including a rare finished basement, all privately situated on a premium wooded homesite. Featuring more than $255,000 in Toll Brothers builder design selections and over $235,000 in post-purchase design and build enhancements, this home delivers an exceptional level of craftsmanship, luxury, and completeness that would be difficult and costly to recreate today. Unlike new construction, every design decision has already been thoughtfully curated and completed. Skip the lengthy build timeline, costly upgrades, and uncertainty—this is a truly turnkey luxury home where virtually every detail has been elevated beyond the builder’s original vision. Even better, the transferable Toll Brothers 1-year fit-and-finish, 2-year systems, and 10-year structural warranties provide valuable peace of mind for the next owner. The chef-inspired kitchen showcases premium JennAir appliances, a dramatic quartz waterfall island, custom cabinetry, designer lighting, and seamless flow into expansive living and dining spaces. Walls of windows fill the home with natural light while framing peaceful wooded views that provide exceptional privacy. The luxurious primary suite offers a spa-inspired retreat, while generously sized secondary bedrooms and flexible living spaces easily accommodate home offices, fitness rooms, guests, or multigenerational living. The finished basement dramatically expands the home’s versatility with a theater, custom wet bar, spacious recreation areas, private guest suite, full bath, and abundant storage—an exceptionally rare offering within Griffith Lakes. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities including scenic lakes, miles of walking and nature trails, a resort-style lap pool, six pickleball courts, a tennis court, two fitness centers, inviting fire pits, beautifully designed gathering spaces, and lawn maintenance, all just minutes from Uptown Charlotte, Lake Norman, UNC Charlotte, premier healthcare, shopping, dining, and I-77/I-485. For buyers seeking an even more seamless transition, select designer furnishings may be available for purchase under a separate agreement, offering the opportunity to enjoy this exceptional home with much of its thoughtfully curated aesthetic already in place. Now offered at $994,888, this exceptional 6-bedroom, 5-bath residence combines extraordinary scale, timeless luxury, extensive customization, and the rare advantage of a truly turnkey ownership experience. Every major design decision, upgrade, and enhancement has already been thoughtfully completed, allowing the next owner to move in and immediately enjoy one of Griffith Lakes’ most distinctive and impeccably finished homes. Supporting documentation detailing more than $255,000 in Toll Brothers builder design selections and over $235,000 in post-purchase design and build enhancements is available upon request.

5225 Glenwalk Drive, Charlotte

Listing courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC. jonlewandowski1@gmail.com

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