
$725,000 $214/sqft
11125 Windgate Court
Tega Cay, SC 29708
5 bd · 3 ba · 3,390 sqft · 1999 · DOM: 76 d
Watertrace sits on the Tega Cay peninsula with the easygoing feel that comes from being close to Lake Wylie and surrounded by established homes, mature trees, and generous lots.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Watertrace, Tega Cay
Watertrace sits on the Tega Cay peninsula with the easygoing feel that comes from being close to Lake Wylie and surrounded by established homes, mature trees, and generous lots. The neighborhood’s setting leans toward cul-de-sac streets and wooded backdrops, with many properties opening to decks, porches, or water-facing outdoor spaces. It has the look of a community that was built for lingering outside as much as living indoors.
"Lake views, wooded privacy, and a resort-style setting define Watertrace’s appeal."
Most homes here are single-family residences, and the architectural range tends to favor larger floor plans with thoughtful extras: two-story foyers, hardwood floors, offices, sunrooms, bonus rooms, finished basements, and spacious kitchens. Many homes feature brick exteriors, and several of the more notable properties lean into custom details, from built-ins and wet bars to theater rooms and multi-level decking. The lot sizes are notably comfortable, often allowing for backyard living that feels more private than compact.
The neighborhood’s character is shaped by variety at the high end of the market. Some homes are straightforward and updated, while others are full-scale lake homes with boat slips, pools, and expansive entertaining areas. That mix gives Watertrace a polished but relaxed personality, with a clear emphasis on indoor-outdoor living.
Watertrace benefits from the broader Tega Cay lifestyle, where recreation is part of the everyday rhythm. Nearby amenities include golf, tennis, swimming, lake access, beaches, boat ramps, walking trails, parks, playgrounds, and Turner Field. Several listings also point to easy access to the Tega Cay Golf Club and the lakefront park areas, which helps explain why outdoor spaces matter so much in the neighborhood’s home design.
"This is a place where porches, patios, and backyard gathering spaces feel as important as the main living room."
The strongest homes in Watertrace often pair practical features with leisure-ready upgrades: garages, basements, pools, screened porches, and fenced or wooded yards. That combination creates a comfortable daily cadence, whether the goal is a quiet evening on the deck or a full weekend spent around the pool and lake.
Watertrace is located in Tega Cay on the peninsula, with remarks noting quick access to Lake Wylie and convenient routes toward Charlotte, Rock Hill, Ballantyne, and CLT Airport. One listing places Turner Field within walking distance, and another notes the home is less than 1 mile from Tega Cay Elementary School and less than 0.1 miles from a park. The community is served by Tega Cay Elementary, Gold Hill Middle, and Fort Mill High, all in the Fort Mill School District. That combination of peninsula setting, recreation access, and recognizable school assignments gives Watertrace a distinctly local identity with strong everyday convenience.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Tega Cay
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Watertrace median sale price is $692,900; Tega Cay is up 8.2%.
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