
$1,275,000 $365/sqft
5508 Mcwhorter Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,490 sqft · 5 ac · 2000 · 4 mo ago
Walnut Crest feels like a stretch of country road living with room to breathe, set in the Waxhaw area and shaped by larger homesites, mature trees, and a distinctly private backdrop.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Walnut Crest, Waxhaw
Walnut Crest feels like a stretch of country road living with room to breathe, set in the Waxhaw area and shaped by larger homesites, mature trees, and a distinctly private backdrop. The neighborhood’s character is rooted in space: many properties sit on acre-plus lots, and several back up to wooded views or Waxhaw Creek, giving the community a tucked-away feel without losing its connection to town.
"A wooded, acreage-oriented enclave where custom homes and outdoor living take center stage."
The housing mix leans strongly toward single-family homes, with construction ranging from the late 1990s through 2022. Walnut Crest is especially known for custom builds, and many homes feature brick exteriors, hardwood floors, granite countertops, covered porches, large decks, and generous garages. Some residences add bonus rooms, Carolina rooms, basements, or flexible main-level suites, while the newer homes bring open layouts, high ceilings, and upgraded kitchens. The overall impression is polished but relaxed, with homes designed to make the most of the land around them. Garage parking is nearly universal, and the larger lots give the streets an open, estate-like rhythm.
Outdoor living is a major part of life here. Several listings highlight screened porches, pergolas, firepits, fenced yards, and wooded settings, while one notable property showcases equestrian facilities with barns, stalls, dry lots, fencing, and riding space. A community pond and horse trails have also been mentioned, reinforcing Walnut Crest’s rural, recreation-friendly atmosphere. The daily pace feels practical and grounded, with homes that support hobby farming, entertaining, and simply enjoying the land.
"This is a place where porches, decks, and acreage matter as much as the floor plan."
Walnut Crest sits in the Waxhaw countryside, with references pointing to easy access from town and a location roughly 5.5 to 6 miles from downtown Waxhaw. Other remarks place the community about 10 minutes from Waxhaw, Monroe, and Wesley Chapel, and one listing notes it is central between Monroe, Lancaster, and Waxhaw. Nearby destinations called out in the remarks include Cane Creek Park, local shopping, dining, and Waxhaw’s festivals. School assignments are Western Union Elementary, Parkwood Middle, and Parkwood High, placing the neighborhood within a familiar Union County school pattern while keeping the setting distinctly suburban-rural.
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| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jul 12 2024 | $740,000 | 65 | 3,131 sq ft | 98.7% | $236 |
| | Apr 5 2024 | $600,000 | 51 | 2,926 sq ft | 88.9% | $205 |
| | Oct 20 2023 | $710,000 | 91 | 3,649 sq ft | 98.6% | $195 |
| | May 1 2023 | $433,000 | 31 | 2,069 sq ft | 101.9% | $209 |
| | Feb 24 2023 | $695,000 | 63 | 3,168 sq ft | 97.9% | $219 |
| | Feb 9 2023 | $749,000 | 121 | 3,448 sq ft | 100.0% | $217 |
| | Jun 3 2022 | $63,000 | 93 | — | 84.0% | — |
| | Apr 14 2022 | $755,000 | 41 | 3,448 sq ft | 100.7% | $219 |
| | Feb 22 2021 | $355,000 | 140 | 2,057 sq ft | 100.0% | $173 |
| | Jan 19 2021 | $443,000 | 42 | 3,371 sq ft | 103.0% | $131 |
| | Jun 9 2020 | $465,000 | 77 | 3,759 sq ft | 100.0% | $124 |
| | May 10 2019 | $353,000 | 48 | 2,475 sq ft | 100.9% | $143 |
| | Sep 16 2016 | $290,000 | 101 | 2,362 sq ft | 96.7% | $123 |
| | May 24 2016 | $395,000 | 272 | 2,877 sq ft | 90.0% | $137 |
| | Apr 15 2016 | $207,500 | 69 | 2,050 sq ft | 104.8% | $101 |
| | Jul 9 2014 | $337,500 | 40 | 3,301 sq ft | 94.3% | $102 |
| | May 22 2014 | $320,000 | 72 | 2,414 sq ft | 97.0% | $133 |
| | Mar 4 2013 | $225,000 | 73 | 2,036 sq ft | 100.0% | $111 |
| | Dec 19 2012 | $269,000 | 48 | 2,522 sq ft | 92.8% | $107 |
| | Oct 22 2012 | $300,000 | 131 | 2,411 sq ft | 90.9% | $124 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Walnut Crest, Waxhaw
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