Stunning lakefront home in the exclusive gated community of Challis Farm. Situated on a waterfront lot, the property features lake views from nearly every room and over 7,200 square feet designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The brand-new chef’s kitchen boasts high end Thermador appliances including double ovens, a 6 burner gas cooktop, oversized refrigerator, two large islands with great storage, dual dishwashers, and a walk-in pantry. The main level features a spacious primary suite with dual walk-in closets and a spa bath, along with formal living and dining rooms, all enhanced by beautiful water views. The sunny family room adjoins the kitchen, breakfast area and living room and features a wet bar with beverage refrigerator and ice maker. Remarkable outdoor living includes porches on two levels overlooking the resort-style pool, spa, gazebo, and private lake. Upstairs offers four generously sized bedrooms, each with en-suite baths, a large bonus room, and a dedicated gym. Features include a large main-floor laundry room, drop zone, abundant storage, separate pool bath adjacent to pool/gazebo area and two 2-car garages with workshop area. Enjoy easy access to the private neighborhood lake with dock and paddleboard launch, as well as golf-cart access to Carmel Country Club. Ideally located near SouthPark, top-rated schools, and premier dining and shopping, this residence offers a rare blend of privacy and refinement within one of South Charlotte’s most desirable gated neighborhoods.
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$3,250,000
8721 Lake Challis Ln, Charlotte, NC 28226
5beds
7,227sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
0.67 Acres Lot
$3,259,900 Zestimate®
$450/sqft
$6,693 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,259,900
$3.03M - $3.49M
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Waterfront lotPorches on two levelsDedicated gymLarge bonus roomHigh end thermador appliancesBeautiful water viewsSunny family room
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Listed by:
Susan May susanmay@hmproperties.com,
Corcoran HM Properties
Bought with:
Charlie Emmanuel
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Southpark
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4339803
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Breakfast
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Exercise room
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Features
- Built-in Features, Drop Zone, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Walk-In
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,227
- Total interior livable area: 7,227 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,227
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Details: 2 attached 2 car garages
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: In-Ground Irrigation
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Year Round
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Boat Slip – Community, Waterfront
- Body of water: Challis Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.67 Acres
- Features: Views
Details
- Parcel number: 21162102
- Zoning: R-15 PUD
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Lake Access, Recreation Area
- Subdivision: Challis Farm
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $550 quarterly
- HOA name: Hawthorne
- HOA phone: 704-377-0114
Location
- Region: Charlotte
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $450/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,112,900
- Annual tax amount: $16,377
- Date on market: 2/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 36 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/28/2026 | Sold | $3,250,000-7%$450/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4339803 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000-11.5%$484/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4339803 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2025 | Listing removed | $3,950,000$547/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264096 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2025 | Price change | $3,950,000-7.1%$547/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264096 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,250,000+186.2%$588/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264096 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2013 | Sold | $1,485,000-16.3%$205/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2006 | Sold | $1,775,000+361%$246/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/1999 | Sold | $385,000$53/sqft |
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| 11/9/1998 | Sold | $385,000$53/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,377 +1.4% | $2,112,900 |
| 2024 | $16,152 +3.3% | $2,112,900 |
| 2023 | $15,637 +8.1% | $2,112,900 +42.2% |
| 2022 | $14,468 +0.1% | $1,486,300 |
| 2021 | $14,457 +0.1% | $1,486,300 +0.1% |
| 2020 | $14,450 | $1,485,300 |
| 2019 | -- | $1,485,300 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $19,285 +1.5% | $1,464,400 |
| 2017 | $19,009 | $1,464,400 |
| 2016 | $19,009 | $1,464,400 |
| 2015 | $19,009 +0.7% | $1,464,400 |
| 2014 | $18,871 | -- |
| 2013 | -- | $1,475,600 0% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,476,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,476,300 -2.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,512,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,512,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,512,300 |
| 2007 | -- | $1,512,300 |
| 2006 | -- | $1,512,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,512,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $1,512,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $1,512,300 +18.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,279,640 |
| 2001 | -- | $1,279,640 +19.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,072,740 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Olde Providence South
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10McAlpine Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10South Charlotte MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Ballantyne Ridge High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: McAlpine
- Middle: South Charlotte
- High: Ballantyne Ridge
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Mecklenburg County
- Charlotte
- 28226
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