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Marvin, NC 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Marvin
Marvin is a village in Union County, North Carolina, and a part of the Charlotte metropolitan area. Residents love its small-town charm and prime location. There is also plenty…
Marvin is a village in Union County, North Carolina, and a part of the Charlotte metropolitan area. Residents love its small-town charm and prime location. There is also plenty to do outdoors which makes it perfect for an active lifestyle.
Climate & Geography
Like most of the state, Central North Carolina has a humid subtropical climate, which is characterized by hot, humid summers and cool to mild winters. Residents can expect more rainfall than average, almost no snowfall, and approximately 217 sunny days throughout each year.
The village is situated just south of the city of Charlotte, and lies along the border between North Carolina and South Carolina. The surrounding terrain is mostly made up of residential subdivisions to the north and low, flat land to the south and west. A little further beyond, residents will find heavily forested areas, rolling hills, and valleys.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Marvin offers a great balance of being near the excitement of Charlotte while still offering a comfortable, laid-back lifestyle. Not to mention, residents have many fascinating outdoor attractions in their backyard. Some of the most popular locations in the area are Big Rock Nature Preserve, Cane Creek Park, and 12 Mile Greenway. Each of these preserves offer miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as spaces for camping, fishing, and more.
Marvin is also home to many of its own small establishments such as restaurants, antique shops, and breweries giving it a quaint, small-town atmosphere.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living in Marvin is higher than national averages. This is primarily due to the median home cost which is well above the U.S. median.
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 is 6.8 percent and income tax rate is 5.5 percent.
Health Care
Healthcare System Pineville and Novant Health Matthews Medical Center. Residents are also in proximity to Charlotte which is home to four highly rated hospitals, two of which are nationally ranked: Carolinas Medical Center and Levine Children’s Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 3 55+ communities in Marvin, 3 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 3 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Marvin has 25 homes, the largest has 61 homes, and the average communities consists of 43 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Marvin.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Marvin stay on the market for around 234 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $703,550, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Cottages at Marvin Gardens average around $844,900, while homes in The Courtyards of Marvin average around $562,200.
16 communities near Marvin
133 homes near Marvin
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,565 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|2,914 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,535 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,318 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,206 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,816 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,164 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,264 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,849 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,584 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,904 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,948 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,633 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,069 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,057 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,738 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,787 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,427 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,931 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,751 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,903 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,793 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,788 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,182 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,552 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,373 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,393 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,989 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,173 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,864 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,390 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,874 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,731 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,747 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,645 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,121 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,611 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,839 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,982 sq ft
|House
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 3 55+ communities in Marvin, 3 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 3 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Marvin has 25 homes, the largest has 61 homes, and the average communities consists of 43 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Marvin.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Marvin stay on the market for around 234 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $703,550, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Cottages at Marvin Gardens average around $844,900, while homes in The Courtyards of Marvin average around $562,200.
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