
$1,750,000 $372/sqft
8619 Cedar Knoll Drive
Waxhaw, NC 28173
5 bd · 4 ba · 4,710 sqft · 5.1 ac · 1991 · 1 mo ago
Providence Road Estates reads like a secluded Waxhaw estate setting with room to breathe.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Providence Road Estates, Waxhaw
Providence Road Estates reads like a secluded Waxhaw estate setting with room to breathe. The community is defined by large homesites, long driveways, and a polished country-estate feel that still sits close to everyday conveniences. Many properties lean into that timeless Southern look, with wraparound porches, hardwood interiors, and expansive outdoor living spaces that make the most of the acreage.
"Estate-scale homes, generous land, and a refined Marvin-area setting shape the character here."
The housing stock is almost entirely single-family, with a clear luxury presence and a wide span of build years from the late 1970s through the early 2020s. Many homes feature brick exteriors, and several are fully updated or custom-built with high-end kitchens, bonus rooms, media spaces, and flexible main-level layouts. Garage space is a strong theme as well, and some properties go far beyond the standard two-car setup with workshop space, detached storage, or room for specialty vehicles.
What stands out most is the land. Lots commonly stretch to roughly five acres, and the setting supports a more open, private lifestyle with flat ground, fenced yards, gardens, and even equestrian-oriented features on select properties. The neighborhood feel is refined but not overbuilt, with homes spaced apart and outdoor areas given as much attention as interiors.
Outdoor living is a major part of the appeal here. Screened porches, decks, fire pits, and pools appear often enough to define the rhythm of the community, and several homes pair those spaces with broad lawns and mature landscaping. One property even highlights barn infrastructure and pasture use, underscoring how well the setting suits a more rural residential lifestyle.
"This is a place where the lot size matters as much as the floor plan."
Daily life also benefits from proximity to shopping and services without giving up the estate setting. Listings point to nearby grocery stores, Lowe’s, Blakeney, and Waverly, along with downtown Waxhaw for a more local main-street feel.
Providence Road Estates sits in the Waxhaw-Marvin area, close to Waxhaw Marvin Road and the Marvin Ridge school cluster. Drive-time remarks emphasize how close-in the community feels, with homes described as just minutes from Marvin schools, downtown Waxhaw, and shopping at Blakeney and Waverly. The school pattern is consistent: Sandy Ridge Elementary, Marvin Ridge Middle, and Marvin Ridge High. That combination, along with the convenient corridor setting and large-lot privacy, gives the neighborhood a distinctive position in southern Union County.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Waxhaw
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10 recently sold in Providence Road Estates, Waxhaw
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jul 31 2025 | $1,255,000 | 34 | 3,626 sq ft | 98.8% | $346 |
| | Feb 28 2025 | $2,400,000 | 94 | 6,762 sq ft | 100.0% | $355 |
| | Aug 30 2024 | $1,095,000 | 25 | 2,659 sq ft | 100.0% | $412 |
| | Mar 18 2024 | $1,480,000 | 38 | 3,817 sq ft | 106.1% | $388 |
| | Mar 1 2023 | $1,050,000 | 53 | 3,898 sq ft | 100.0% | $269 |
| | Apr 18 2022 | $1,640,857 | 68 | 4,121 sq ft | 100.0% | $398 |
| | Apr 20 2020 | $1,414,000 | 243 | 5,225 sq ft | 88.4% | $271 |
| | Apr 1 2020 | $190,000 | 45 | — | 100.5% | — |
| | Mar 30 2020 | $325,000 | 219 | — | 78.3% | — |
| | Oct 2 2017 | $1,230,000 | 154 | 5,021 sq ft | 88.2% | $245 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Providence Road Estates, Waxhaw
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The Providence Road Estates real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 68 days. With 2 active listings and 1 home sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.