Housing prices have truly skyrocketed over the last few years. Homebuyers are often trying to calculate all the expenses they will need to be able to afford their dream home. Saving money during the home buying process is one of the biggest things buyers look to do. But, what about some areas being naturally more expensive than others?
Charlotte Stories wrote a story on counties in North Carolina with the lowest closing cost rates. The information was done through an annual study with Smart Asset. Smart Asset analyzes where closing costs are lowest as a percentage of each county’s median home value. Out of 100 counties in the state, Mecklenburg County actually ranked among the 10th lowest relative closing costs. Check out the list of how top counties in North Carolina ranked based on their closing cost rates.
Orange, NC
- Average closing costs: $4,278
- Median home value: $308,800
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.39%
Dare, NC
- Average closing costs: $4,106
- Median home value: $289,000
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.42%
Chatham, NC
- Average closing costs: $4,071
- Median home value: $281,700
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.45%
Wake, NC
- Average closing costs: $4,071
- Median home value: $281,700
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.45%
Currituck, NC
- Average closing costs: $3,952
- Median home value: $257,200
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.54%
New Hanover, NC
- Average closing costs: $3,886
- Median home value: $243,600
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.60%
Union, NC
- Average closing costs: $3,876
- Median home value: $241,400
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.61%
Buncombe, NC
- Average closing costs: $3,860
- Median home value: $238,200
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.62%
Watauga, NC
- Average closing costs: $3,859
- Median home value: $238,000
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.62%
Mecklenburg, NC
- Average closing costs: $3,859
- Median home value: $238,000
- Closing Costs as % of home value: 1.62%
These are the Most Expensive Homes in the Charlotte Market in May 2022
$3,599,000
Selling Price: $3,599,000
5 bed
5.5 bath
6,030 square feet
0.8-acre lot
Located at 1931 Ferncliff Rd, Charlotte, NC 282111931 Ferncliff Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing BEAUTIFUL custom home by Westwood on a flat .8 acre lot in Foxroft- truly a rare opportunity! This stunning Frank Smith design feature a spacious Primary suite on Main level, beautiful covered rear loggia, 3-car detached garage with unfinished space above, Chef's kitchen with attached Scullery, beautiful Library with fireplace, 4 beds/baths on upper level, art gallery, and much more.
$3,600,000
Selling Price: $3,600,000
6 bed
4.5 bath
6,210 square feet
0.51-acre lot
Located at 714 Edgehill Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207714 Edgehill Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Stately brick residence in the heart of Myers Park overlooking beautiful Edgehill Park. This spectacular home presents living spaces that seamlessly blend elegance and class with a comfortable and casual everyday living style.
$3,695,000
Selling Price: $3,695,000
5 bed
3.5 bath
6,680 square feet
0.52-acre lot
Located at 4321 Columbine Cir, Charlotte, NC 282114321 Columbine Cir, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing CUSTOM BUILT BY THE HOWEY COMPANY. Great all brick, floor plan with three car or optional 4 car attached garage, open-living kitchen/great room, master bedroom suite on the main floor or 2nd master bedroom upstairs, study, home office, four bedrooms upstairs with second master bedroom, private baths and walk-in closets, bonus room, two laundries, drop zone, plenty of storage, and a rear covered porch with fireplace.
$3,750,000
Selling Price: $3,750,000
5 bed
5.5+ bath
8,076 square feet
0.66-acre lot
Located at 1316 Kingscross Dr, Charlotte, NC 282111316 Kingscross Dr, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Why build a custom home when you can buy a builder's custom home? This stunning old-world estate-sized (as the neighbors refer to it) sits conveniently located just minutes from Uptown in Providence Park with easy access to SouthPark and all the great restaurants in the area.
$3,910,000
Selling Price: $3,910,000
6 bed
5.5+ bath
6,330 square feet
0.53-acre lot
Located at 3525 Foxcroft Rd, Charlotte, NC 282113525 Foxcroft Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Spectacular custom home situated on a private half acre lot in one of Charlotte's premier neighborhoods, Foxcroft! Built by one of Charlotte's leading luxury builders, Chiott Custom Homes, this home has endless desirable features to offer.The open concept floor plan encompasses 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 2 half baths.Primary bedroom on main level with access to the covered patio.
$3,950,000
Selling Price: $3,950,000
6 bed
5.5+ bath
6,909 square feet
0.5-acre lot
Located at 1837 Shoreham Dr, Charlotte, NC 282111837 Shoreham Dr, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Located in Myers Park on one of the most prestigious streets, this stately home designed by Frank Smith offers all the Amenities and Open Floor Plan. The Beautiful Stone Entry has Carriage Gas Lights on either side overlooking the front yard that is perfectly situated slightly above other homes.
$3,975,000
Selling Price: $3,975,000
5 bed
5.5+ bath
6,806 square feet
0.5-acre lot
Located at 2418 Ferncliff Rd, Charlotte, NC 282112418 Ferncliff Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Spectacular new construction in the heart of Myers Park, perfect location and close to everything!This home has the exceptional quality, features and finishes you've come to expect from one of Clt's premier luxury builders.
$4,150,000
Selling Price: $4,150,000
5 bed
4.5+ bath
6,951 square feet
0.53-acre lot
Located at 1810 Shoreham Dr, Charlotte, NC 282111810 Shoreham Dr, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
See photos and price history of this 5 bed, 6 bath, 6,951 Sq. Ft. recently sold home located at 1810 Shoreham Dr, Charlotte, NC 28211 that was sold on 05/12/2022 for $4150000.
$4,600,000
Selling Price: $4,600,000
5 bed
5.5+ bath
7,026 square feet
1.14-acre lot
Located at 4824 Carmel Park Dr, Charlotte, NC 282264824 Carmel Park Dr, Charlotte, NC 28226 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Here's your opportunity to own a stunning timeless estate nestled on over 1 acre in Charlotte's prestigious Carmel Park. If you're looking for a WOW house, this is it!
$5,800,000
Selling Price: $5,800,000
5 bed
7.5+ bath
11,590 square feet
5-acre lot
Located at 16460 Marvin Rd, Charlotte, NC 2827716460 Marvin Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing The architectural details in this custom-built home are simply breathtaking. Exquisite ironwork railings, marble flooring, arched ceilings, doorways and a grand two-story open foyer greet you as you enter this impressive Mediterranean estate.
$5,995,000
Selling Price: $5,995,000
6 bed
8.5 bath
17,135 square feet
11-acre lot
Located at 9235 Sweetleaf Pl, Charlotte, NC 282789235 Sweetleaf Pl, Charlotte, NC 28278 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Waterfront Gated Estate on 11.0 Acres in Charlotte is a rare find. Architect designed & crafted by Charlotte's award winning Arcadia Custom Homes. Main house is over 15, 000 sq/ft, 8 car garages, spans two and half stories w/a full finished basement.
$6,000,000
Selling Price: $6,000,000
4 bed
5.5 bath
7,780 square feet
1.4-acre lot
Located at 301 Colville Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207301 Colville Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing A masterpiece by renowned architect Sherman Pardue, this home exudes timeless appeal through symmetry and classic design elements drawing you into this elegant lifestyle. This 1.4-acre estate in Eastover was built for the iconic Charlotte developer John Crosland, Jr..
$6,500,000
Selling Price: $6,500,000
6 bed
6.5+ bath
10,554 square feet
1.39-acre lot
Located at 2104 Woodhaven Rd, Charlotte, NC 282112104 Woodhaven Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Newly Renovated. Enter into a timeless piece of European architecture located on the Myers Park Country Club's golf course. Styled in a combination of Italian Tuscan joined with the beauty of the Biltmore Estate, this smart home has all the features of luxurious living designed for entertaining at its finest.
$6,750,000
Selling Price: $6,750,000
6 bed
8.5+ bath
9,822 square feet
2-acre lot
Located at 907 Huntington Park Dr, Charlotte, NC 28211907 Huntington Park Dr, Charlotte, NC 28211 | realtor.com®
Contact agent for a private showing. Request a private showing Situated on a private two acre estate just minutes from Uptown or Southpark, this extraordinary residence is truly unlike any home you have seen in Charlotte. Boasting almost 8000 sf in the main house plus an additional 1500+ sf in the guest house this home offers every living space one could imagine.