
$1,645,000 $337/sqft
7109 Essington Drive
Charlotte, NC 28270
5 bd · 4 ba · 4,886 sqft · 2026 · 4 mo ago
Crown Colony feels like one of South Charlotte’s established pockets where mature lots, varied architecture, and a polished residential setting come together naturally.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Crown Colony, Charlotte
Crown Colony feels like one of South Charlotte’s established pockets where mature lots, varied architecture, and a polished residential setting come together naturally. The streets carry a settled, low-key elegance, and the homes range from classic brick ranches to larger two-story and tri-level residences, with newer construction now adding a fresh layer to the neighborhood’s profile. It is the kind of place where curb appeal matters: deep setbacks, generous trees, and broad driveways shape the first impression.
"Classic South Charlotte character meets generous lots and updated living spaces."
The housing mix is one of Crown Colony’s most appealing traits. Many homes feature brick exteriors, and the neighborhood has a strong tradition of full-brick construction, especially among the older homes that have been thoughtfully renovated over time. Across the streets, you’ll also find ranch plans, split-levels, and two-story layouts, often with flexible rooms, screened porches, decks, and finished lower levels. Lot sizes tend to be substantial for this part of Charlotte, which gives many properties a more open, residential feel than you might expect so close to city conveniences.
Newer homes bring a more contemporary luxury note, with features like butler’s pantries, private offices, flex spaces, vaulted ceilings, and covered patios with fireplaces. Even so, the community still feels grounded in classic neighborhood character rather than a uniform new-build look.
Outdoor living is a recurring theme here. Covered porches, screened porches, patios, fire pits, fenced yards, and mature landscaping shape daily life as much as the interiors do. Several homes also emphasize bonus rooms, basement levels, and extra storage, which adds real versatility to the floor plans. Garage parking is common, and the neighborhood’s lot sizes support a more spacious, less compressed streetscape.
"A neighborhood of porches, flexible floor plans, and room to spread out."
The overall rhythm is residential and unhurried, with a strong emphasis on private yards and usable outdoor space. That sense of breathing room is part of what has kept Crown Colony desirable through multiple decades of construction and renovation.
Crown Colony sits in South Charlotte near the Arboretum area, with quick access to shopping, dining, and major roads. Several listings note easy reach to Uptown Charlotte, and one remarks specifically place the community about 10 miles from Uptown. Nearby destinations include the Arboretum, SouthPark, and Matthews, with the broader South Charlotte corridor shaping the daily routine. The area also connects well to major roads serving the southern side of the city.
School assignments commonly point to Lansdowne Elementary, McClintock Middle, and East Mecklenburg High. That combination, along with the neighborhood’s established South Charlotte setting, helps define Crown Colony as a practical and well-situated residential enclave with enduring appeal.
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38 recently sold in Crown Colony, Charlotte
| Property | Sold | List Price | DOM | Size | List $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jan 2 2026 | $700,000 | 78 | 3,127 sq ft | $224 |
| | Dec 15 2025 | $780,000 | 52 | 2,614 sq ft | $298 |
| | Aug 29 2024 | $625,000 | 40 | 2,154 sq ft | $290 |
| | Jul 23 2024 | $599,900 | 13 | 2,215 sq ft | $271 |
| | Aug 8 2023 | $628,900 | 61 | 2,454 sq ft | $256 |
| | Aug 2 2023 | $629,900 | 54 | 3,040 sq ft | $207 |
| | Feb 23 2023 | $675,000 | 104 | 3,697 sq ft | $183 |
| | Dec 30 2022 | $625,000 | 132 | 3,106 sq ft | $201 |
| | Jul 29 2022 | $539,000 | 67 | 2,013 sq ft | $268 |
| | May 10 2022 | $495,000 | 18 | 2,361 sq ft | $210 |
| | Apr 19 2022 | $675,000 | 60 | 3,113 sq ft | $217 |
| | Jul 21 2021 | $399,900 | 67 | 3,633 sq ft | $110 |
| | Jul 8 2021 | $385,000 | 36 | 1,840 sq ft | $209 |
| | Jul 1 2021 | $395,000 | 20 | 2,217 sq ft | $178 |
| | Apr 29 2021 | $392,900 | 52 | 2,289 sq ft | $172 |
| | Jun 5 2020 | $357,900 | 42 | 3,529 sq ft | $101 |
| | Apr 3 2020 | $389,000 | 35 | 2,719 sq ft | $143 |
| | Sep 13 2019 | $374,900 | 87 | 2,614 sq ft | $143 |
| | Jun 20 2019 | $405,000 | 83 | 3,283 sq ft | $123 |
| | Apr 9 2019 | $385,000 | 27 | 2,652 sq ft | $145 |
| | Dec 31 2018 | $450,000 | 220 | 3,201 sq ft | $141 |
| | Jul 24 2018 | $300,000 | 101 | 2,053 sq ft | $146 |
| | Jun 28 2018 | $290,000 | 35 | 2,266 sq ft | $128 |
| | Apr 9 2018 | $280,000 | 39 | 2,182 sq ft | $128 |
| | Nov 13 2017 | $325,000 | 172 | 3,283 sq ft | $99 |
| | Aug 14 2017 | $279,900 | 165 | 2,212 sq ft | $127 |
| | Aug 14 2017 | $224,900 | 63 | 3,155 sq ft | $71 |
| | Mar 30 2017 | $329,900 | 62 | 3,096 sq ft | $107 |
| | May 29 2015 | $269,000 | 84 | 1,915 sq ft | $140 |
| | Apr 4 2014 | $359,900 | 43 | 2,456 sq ft | $147 |
| | Feb 10 2014 | $389,900 | 173 | 3,002 sq ft | $130 |
| | Jan 10 2014 | $275,000 | 157 | 3,550 sq ft | $77 |
| | Aug 27 2013 | $300,000 | 99 | 2,847 sq ft | $105 |
| | Jul 31 2013 | $255,000 | 60 | 2,320 sq ft | $110 |
| | Apr 12 2012 | $300,000 | 76 | 3,104 sq ft | $97 |
| | Feb 28 2012 | $225,000 | 35 | 2,154 sq ft | $104 |
| | Jan 13 2012 | $324,900 | 145 | 3,040 sq ft | $107 |
| | Jan 12 2012 | $239,900 | 137 | 2,025 sq ft | $118 |
Aggregated from MLS listing history for Crown Colony, Charlotte
The Crown Colony real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 62 days. With 2 active listings and 2 homes sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.
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