
$649,900 $232/sqft
1216 Fox Chase Drive
Newton, NC 28658
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,807 sqft · 1.1 ac · 2007 · 6 d ago
Fox Chase in Newton has the feel of a well-established custom-home enclave, with wide streets, level cul-de-sac settings, and homes that sit on generous lots.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Fox Chase, Newton
Fox Chase in Newton has the feel of a well-established custom-home enclave, with wide streets, level cul-de-sac settings, and homes that sit on generous lots. The neighborhood’s curb appeal comes through immediately: brick and stone exteriors, mature landscaping, and front entries that feel intentionally designed rather than repetitive. Many homes lean into a polished, traditional look, while larger parcels add a sense of breathing room that is increasingly hard to find.
"Fox Chase pairs custom-home character with a spacious, polished setting."
Most homes here are single-family residences built between 2000 and 2008, and the architecture favors substance over flash. You’ll see hardwood floors, tall ceilings, open foyers, formal dining rooms, bonus rooms, and main-level primary suites in many floor plans. Brick is a recurring theme, often paired with stone, and several homes include features like screened porches, covered patios, fireplaces, walk-in pantries, and substantial garage space. Basements appear often enough to be a meaningful part of the neighborhood’s appeal, especially for buyers who want workshop, storage, or flex-space potential.
The overall feel is refined but comfortable. Homes are well maintained, lots are substantial, and outdoor living gets real attention with irrigation systems, fenced yards, decks, sunrooms, and landscaped backyards. It is the kind of place where the homes themselves do much of the talking.
Fox Chase is less about shared amenities and more about the private comforts built into each property. That means spacious kitchens, multiple living areas, and outdoor spaces that extend daily life beyond the walls of the home. The neighborhood’s setting near Catawba Country Club adds a polished recreational backdrop, and several remarks point to nearby shopping, dining, and golf as part of the everyday routine.
"The appeal here is in the homes, the lots, and the easy access to nearby conveniences."
Fox Chase sits in Newton, with a location noted as convenient between Hickory and Newton and close to both I-40 and Highway 321. Listings also reference quick access to Highway 70 and a commute to Charlotte in under an hour, which gives the community strong regional reach. Nearby destinations mentioned in remarks include Catawba Country Club, shopping, and dining, all reinforcing the neighborhood’s practical setting.
School assignments commonly point to Startown Elementary, Maiden Middle, and Maiden High. That school pattern, along with the Newton address and the community’s established residential setting, helps define Fox Chase as a distinctive pocket of custom homes with a suburban feel and easy access to the broader Catawba County area.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Newton
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| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jul 27 2026 | $750,000 | 25 | 3,909 sq ft | 102.2% | $192 |
| | Feb 24 2026 | $580,000 | 115 | 3,042 sq ft | 100.0% | $191 |
| | Sep 23 2025 | $580,000 | 89 | 2,810 sq ft | 96.7% | $206 |
| | May 15 2025 | $705,000 | 141 | 3,486 sq ft | 99.4% | $202 |
| | May 12 2025 | $575,000 | 58 | 2,443 sq ft | 97.6% | $235 |
| | Mar 13 2025 | $630,000 | 40 | 3,051 sq ft | 97.1% | $206 |
| | Nov 26 2024 | $607,500 | 29 | 2,829 sq ft | 98.0% | $215 |
| | Jul 26 2024 | $570,000 | 37 | 2,627 sq ft | 98.4% | $217 |
| | Jul 26 2023 | $700,000 | 75 | 3,918 sq ft | 103.0% | $179 |
| | Oct 3 2022 | $600,000 | 34 | 2,917 sq ft | 100.0% | $206 |
| | Sep 6 2022 | $555,000 | 68 | 2,747 sq ft | 99.3% | $202 |
| | Feb 22 2022 | $560,000 | 159 | 3,705 sq ft | 101.8% | $151 |
| | Jan 28 2022 | $445,000 | 46 | 3,421 sq ft | 102.3% | $130 |
| | Nov 12 2021 | $630,000 | 77 | 3,712 sq ft | 98.5% | $170 |
| | Oct 5 2021 | $499,000 | 34 | 3,173 sq ft | 100.0% | $157 |
| | May 17 2021 | $489,000 | 24 | 3,193 sq ft | 105.2% | $153 |
| | May 7 2021 | $485,000 | 84 | 4,155 sq ft | 97.0% | $117 |
| | Nov 23 2020 | $509,000 | 370 | 5,349 sq ft | 96.2% | $95 |
| | Sep 1 2020 | $365,000 | 175 | 2,507 sq ft | 91.3% | $146 |
| | Apr 16 2020 | $348,000 | 273 | 2,742 sq ft | 97.3% | $127 |
| | Feb 28 2020 | $655,000 | 84 | 4,903 sq ft | 99.3% | $134 |
| | Jun 24 2019 | $399,900 | 91 | 3,084 sq ft | 100.0% | $130 |
| | May 22 2019 | $421,000 | 47 | 3,718 sq ft | 100.3% | $113 |
| | Oct 5 2018 | $337,000 | 63 | 2,570 sq ft | 99.4% | $131 |
| | Jun 18 2018 | $327,500 | 94 | 2,315 sq ft | 95.5% | $141 |
| | Jan 17 2018 | $378,000 | 114 | 3,054 sq ft | 98.0% | $124 |
| | Jan 17 2018 | $378,000 | 152 | 3,060 sq ft | 98.2% | $124 |
| | Dec 14 2017 | $33,900 | 279 | — | 97.1% | — |
| | Dec 21 2016 | $380,000 | 138 | 3,155 sq ft | 95.1% | $120 |
| | Dec 21 2016 | $380,000 | 138 | 3,155 sq ft | 95.1% | $120 |
| | Dec 15 2016 | $319,000 | 138 | 2,684 sq ft | 98.2% | $119 |
| | Oct 6 2016 | $355,000 | 218 | 3,069 sq ft | 94.7% | $116 |
| | Oct 6 2016 | $355,000 | 220 | 3,069 sq ft | 94.7% | $116 |
| | Aug 5 2016 | $305,000 | 168 | 2,540 sq ft | 96.8% | $120 |
| | Aug 5 2016 | $305,000 | 168 | 2,540 sq ft | 96.8% | $120 |
| | Jun 30 2016 | $310,000 | 220 | 2,886 sq ft | 95.4% | $107 |
| | Jun 30 2016 | $310,000 | 220 | 2,886 sq ft | 95.4% | $107 |
| | Feb 29 2016 | $310,000 | 154 | 3,166 sq ft | 95.4% | $98 |
| | Feb 29 2016 | $310,000 | 157 | 3,166 sq ft | 95.4% | $98 |
| | Aug 7 2015 | $365,000 | 319 | 3,129 sq ft | 96.2% | $117 |
| | Aug 7 2015 | $365,000 | 319 | 3,129 sq ft | 96.2% | $117 |
| | Sep 3 2014 | $365,000 | 323 | 3,598 sq ft | 98.9% | $101 |
| | Sep 3 2014 | $365,000 | 328 | 3,598 sq ft | 98.9% | $101 |
| | Jul 1 2014 | $379,000 | 54 | 2,955 sq ft | 97.4% | $128 |
| | Jul 1 2014 | $379,000 | 56 | 2,956 sq ft | 97.4% | $128 |
| | Jun 10 2014 | $312,000 | 58 | 2,896 sq ft | 97.5% | $108 |
| | Jun 10 2014 | $312,000 | 62 | 2,897 sq ft | 97.5% | $108 |
| | Jun 3 2014 | $292,000 | 60 | 2,590 sq ft | 94.2% | $113 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Fox Chase, Newton
Fox Chase median sale price is $580,000; Newton is up 9.1%.
The Fox Chase real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 115 days. With 2 active listings and 2 homes sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.