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Huntersville, NC 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Huntersville
Huntersville is a large suburban town in North Carolina, near the South Carolina border, and a part of the Charlotte metropolitan area. Its prime location and pleasant weather…
Huntersville is a large suburban town in North Carolina, near the South Carolina border, and a part of the Charlotte metropolitan area. Its prime location and pleasant weather have made it a desirable option for retirees. Aside from that, the city is home to a historic district, and many annual festivals and parades.
Climate & Geography
Located in Central North Carolina, Huntersville has a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are short and mild, with minimal snow. Residents can expect more rain than the national average and about 200 sunny days a year.
The town is built along the Catawba River, and is home to many nature reserves and small bodies of water. For the most part, Huntersville is built on low, flat land.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Huntersville has many greenspaces for those looking to interact with nature and stay active. Some of these include, Carolina Raptor Center, Historic Rural Hill Farm, Buzzard Rock Trail, Cowan’s Ford Wildlife Refuge, and more. These locations are ideal for hiking, biking, camping, and fishing.
There are also many historic museums in the area where residents can learn about the area's storied past. Not to mention, there are also a number of local breweries, restaurants, and antique shops, that contribute to the town's tight-knit, friendly atmosphere.
The city of Charlotte is less than a half-hour drive away from Huntersville, allowing residents convenient access to all the amenities of a major city.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Huntersville is higher than state and national averages. Also, the housing cost is well above the U.S median. Other categories such as groceries and utilities are lower than the national average.
North Carolina does not tax Social Security benefits, and homeowners who are 65+ may qualify for an Elderly Exclusion on property taxes. The sales tax rate for North Carolina is 4.75 percent and Huntersville does add a 3 percent tax on that rate.
Healthcare
There are 11 hospitals and medical centers within a 15-mile radius of Huntersville.
Out of these, four are highly rated by U.S News. They are Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Carolinas Healthcare Northeast, Carolinas Medical Center, and Levine’s Children’s Hospital. Carolinas Medical Center is nationally ranked and rated high performing in multiple procedures and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Huntersville, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 8 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Huntersville has 51 homes, the largest has 303 homes, and the average communities consists of 142 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Huntersville. The most recent communities started in Huntersville include The Courtyards at Walters Farm, Solis North Creek, Arden at Huntersville. There are also 5 communities in Huntersville that offer new construction homes, including Arden at Huntersville, Solis North Creek, The Courtyards at Walters Farm.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Huntersville. Approximately 12.5% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Courtyards at Kinnamon Park is a gated communities with 94 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Huntersville stay on the market for around 119 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $651,283, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Courtyards at Walters Farm average around $684,900, while homes in The Courtyards of Huntersville average around $653,948.
9 communities near Huntersville
38 homes near Huntersville
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,607 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,251 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,560 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|2 baths
|1,230 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,344 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,144 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,828 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,493 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,207 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,459 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,712 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,831 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,059 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,876 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,209 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,651 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,764 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|4,515 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,483 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,323 sq ft
|House
Frequently Asked Questions
In Huntersville, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 8 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Huntersville has 51 homes, the largest has 303 homes, and the average communities consists of 142 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Huntersville. The most recent communities started in Huntersville include The Courtyards at Walters Farm, Solis North Creek, Arden at Huntersville. There are also 5 communities in Huntersville that offer new construction homes, including Arden at Huntersville, Solis North Creek, The Courtyards at Walters Farm.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Huntersville. Approximately 12.5% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Courtyards at Kinnamon Park is a gated communities with 94 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Huntersville stay on the market for around 119 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $651,283, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Courtyards at Walters Farm average around $684,900, while homes in The Courtyards of Huntersville average around $653,948.
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