
$524,900 $171/sqft
10615 Elm Bend Drive
Charlotte, NC 28273
5 bd · 2 ba · 3,072 sqft · 2007 · 2 mo ago
Steel Creek has a practical, lived-in Southwest Charlotte feel: a place where newer early-2000s homes, modest lot sizes, and easy access to major roads shape the daily rhythm.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Steel Creek, Charlotte
Steel Creek has a practical, lived-in Southwest Charlotte feel: a place where newer early-2000s homes, modest lot sizes, and easy access to major roads shape the daily rhythm. The neighborhood’s housing mix leans toward single-family homes with attached garages, and many properties are set up for flexible living with open layouts, bonus rooms, and updated systems. Recent listings also show a clear pattern of homes that have been maintained, renovated, or left ready for a buyer’s personal touch.
"Steel Creek blends everyday convenience with homes that still offer room to make them your own."
Most homes here were built between the late 1980s and the mid-2000s, with the strongest concentration in the 2000s. Traditional two-story plans are common, along with ranch-style homes and larger layouts that include main-level bedrooms, lofts, and bonus rooms. Garage parking is a frequent feature, and many homes also offer fireplaces, open kitchens, and fenced or level backyards. Brick shows up on some homes, but the community reads more as a varied suburban pocket than a uniform architectural district.
What stands out is the range of presentation. Some properties arrive fully updated, while others keep original finishes and invite cosmetic renovation. That mix gives Steel Creek a straightforward, approachable character: comfortable homes, functional footprints, and enough variety to suit different needs without losing the neighborhood’s cohesive suburban feel.
Daily life in Steel Creek is shaped by convenience. Shopping and dining are close at hand, including the Premium Outlet Mall and the Outlets on Steele Creek Road, and several remarks point to nearby parks and open spaces. One home notes quick access to the YMCA and Revolution Park, while another places the community just minutes from the airport and Uptown Charlotte. The result is a location that feels connected without being locked into a dense urban setting.
"This is a neighborhood where errands, commuting, and weekend plans all stay within easy reach."
Steel Creek sits in southwest Charlotte along the Steele Creek corridor, with direct access to I-485 and I-77 and easy reach to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, about 15 minutes away in one listing. Uptown Charlotte is also noted at roughly 15 minutes from the area, making the commute unusually straightforward for this part of town. Nearby destinations include the Premium Outlet Mall, the Outlets on Steele Creek Road, YMCA, and Revolution Park.
School information is more limited in the MLS remarks, but Olympic is listed as the common high school. That, combined with the neighborhood’s southwest Charlotte setting, places Steel Creek firmly in a well-traveled part of the city where road access and everyday convenience do much of the heavy lifting.
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7 recently sold in Steel Creek, Charlotte
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Oct 20 2025 | $290,000 | 32 | 1,288 sq ft | 96.7% | $225 |
| | Jan 31 2023 | $382,500 | 46 | 2,591 sq ft | 95.6% | $148 |
| | May 21 2019 | $185,000 | 40 | 1,332 sq ft | 100.0% | $139 |
| | Oct 23 2017 | $191,700 | 35 | 2,160 sq ft | 103.6% | $89 |
| | Nov 8 2013 | $172,000 | 74 | 3,200 sq ft | 96.1% | $54 |
| | Feb 8 2013 | $149,900 | 28 | 2,600 sq ft | 100.0% | $58 |
| | May 18 2012 | $164,000 | 56 | 2,991 sq ft | 100.6% | $55 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Steel Creek, Charlotte
Not enough recent sales in Steel Creek to chart a trend.
The Steel Creek real estate market shows balanced market conditions. Homes typically sell within 40 days. With 1 active listing and 1 home sold in the past year, a healthy balance exists between buyers and sellers.
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