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    16716 Watermelon Ln, Charlotte, NC 28278

    2beds
    926sqft
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    $4,701/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1945
    3.14 Acres Lot
    $763,000 Zestimate®
    $863/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    A rare development opportunity in one of Charlotte’s fastest-growing corridors. 16716 Watermelon Lane offers 3.14 acres of land in the desirable Steele Creek/Lake Wylie area, surrounded by new construction, infrastructure expansion, and long-term growth planning. The property is being marketed strictly for its land value and development potential. Positioned within the N1-A zoning district, this tract allows for residential dwellings on lots of 10,000 sq ft or greater, creating a clear path for a small subdivision, estate-lot community, or a strategic hold for future appreciation. With three potential road access points, the site provides flexibility for layout, traffic flow, and builder-friendly design. Utility access is already nearby—Charlotte Water’s 8-inch PVC line borders the property, significantly reducing development hurdles and improving feasibility for multiple homesites. Located just minutes from Lake Wylie, The Palisades, and the rapidly developing River District, this property sits in a high-demand pocket known for its blend of natural beauty and modern growth. Shopping, schools, recreation, and major transportation routes are all within easy reach. Whether you’re a builder, investor, or long-term planner, this acreage offers the rare combination of zoning, access, and location that makes projects pencil. Land only. Home conveys at no value.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Grayson Haff Graysonhaff@gmail.com,

    Lantern Realty & Development LLC

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4346936MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: None
      • Laundry: Other
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 926
      • Total interior livable area: 926 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 926
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 3.14 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 21705102
      • Zoning: N1-A
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1945

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Installed
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Mcalway Manor
      Location
      • Region: Charlotte

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $863/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $309,100
      • Date on market: 2/16/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 89 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Construction Perm Loan,Conventional
      • Road surface type: Gravel

        Estimated market value

        $763,000

        $725,000 - $801,000

        $1,639/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        2/17/2026Listed for sale$799,000+862.7%$863/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4346936 Report a problem
        12/11/2000Sold$83,000$90/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $309,100
        2024-- $309,100
        2023-- $309,100 +70.9%
        2022-- $180,900
        2021-- $180,900
        2020$1,613 +1.3%$180,900
        2019$1,592 -1.5%$180,900 +27.2%
        2018$1,617 +2.3%$142,200
        2017$1,581 $142,200
        2016$1,581 $142,200
        2015$1,581 +2.9%$142,200
        2014$1,536 --
        2013-- $142,200 -0.4%
        2012-- $142,700 -28.7%
        2011-- $200,200 +58.3%
        2010-- $126,500
        2009-- $126,500
        2008-- $126,500
        2007-- $126,500
        2006-- $126,500
        2005-- $126,500
        2004-- $126,500
        2003-- $126,500 +66.5%
        2002-- $75,960
        2001-- $75,960
        2000-- $75,960
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28278

        Getting around

        1 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        5 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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