Welcome to this rare, privately gated retreat on nearly 1 acre with NO HOA, offering exceptional privacy just minutes from SouthPark and Uptown Charlotte. Behind a new electric gate, this beautifully updated home sits on a fully fenced, landscaped lot with room for a future pool. Enjoy outdoor living on the new 60' x 14' patio with a custom fire pit. Inside, hardwood floors, loads of windows, and multiple living areas create a bright, inviting atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and soft-close custom cabinetry. The main level also features living, family and dining rooms that flow seamlessly into each other, a spacious primary suite with dual walk-in closets and backyard access, plus two secondary bedrooms. The finished lower level offers a large bonus living area, private bedroom and bath, flex room, and separate entrance—ideal for guests, in-laws, or multigenerational living. A two-car garage with a heated/cooled workshop adds even more versatility. Additional features include a walk-in attic with expansion potential, upgraded electrical with whole-home GFI protection, and a prime location near top private schools, the McAlpine Creek Greenway, SouthPark shopping, dining, and places of worship. A rare opportunity to own a private estate that perfectly blends space, privacy, and convenience in one of South Charlotte's most desirable locations.
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
0.91 acresLot Size
$279Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Linda Jo Mastrangelo• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Charlotte South
Sardis Forest, located between Providence Road and Sardis Road, is a residential and wooded Charlotte neighborhood with curving streets and mid-century ranch homes. The neighborhood reads as quiet and green, with deep lots, mature tree canopy, and a tucked-away feel behind main-road traffic. The character concentrates around the Providence Road & Sardis Road intersection, where a steady stream of local errands and café stops sets the daily rhythm. Community pillars nearby include the independent screens at Regal Phillips Place, the chef-driven dining rooms at Peppervine, and the small-batch bottles at Foxcroft Wine Co. Sidewalk-light blocks and pocket greens shape a walk-and-stroll lifestyle, while nearby retail corridors keep routines grounded.
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Offer insights
123 Old Bell Rd · $860,000
$859K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $859K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
69 days
The average home goes pending in 55 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open floorplan
Pantry
Built-in features
Wet bar
Attic with fixed stairs
Walk-in attic
Window treatments
Screen doors
Sliding doors
15 total rooms
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms total (3 on main level, 1 in basement)
Walk-in closet(s) in primary bedroom
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms (2 on main level, 1 in basement)
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Electric oven
Electric range
Exhaust hood
Microwave
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry room
ENERGY STAR qualified washer
ENERGY STAR qualified dryer
Electric water heater
Washer/Dryer included
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning (electric)
Exterior features
Private, sloped lot
Balcony
Patio
Fire pit
Barn(s)
Fenced yard (front and back, partial, wood)
Home design
Single-family residence
Site-built construction
One level (finished areas on main and basement)
Separate entrance for second living quarters
Zoning: N1-A
Parking
Attached garage with tandem configuration and garage shop
Garage faces side
Basement garage door and basement shop access
Driveway parking
2 garage spaces
Security
Security system
Smoke detectors
Carbon monoxide detectors
Construction
Hard stucco exterior
Utilities
City water
Public sewer
Electricity connected
HOA & community
No HOA
Other
Publicly maintained paved concrete road access
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to 123 Old Bell Road in Charlotte! This delightful home features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,103 sq ft of living space on a spacious lot just under 1 acre. Enjoy a bright, updated kitchen that truly is the hub of the home. The full basement offers a workshop, office, and lots of flex space. With over 1,700 sq ft of walk-up attic space, there's plenty of room for storage or expansion. The private, fenced backyard provides gracious space for outdoor entertainment, space for pets to run, and all to enjoy the beauty of nature. Plus, you're just across the road from the greenway and in close proximity to several private schools. This home is a must-see!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3896202
Sep 16, 2022
Sold
$550,000
$178/sq ft
Sep 7, 2022
Contingent
—
Aug 19, 2022
Listed
$570,000
$185/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 8, 2022
Sold
$500,000
$162/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3503172
Nov 25, 2019
Sold
$394,000
$128/sq ft
Oct 17, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 14, 2019
Price Changed
$399,000
$129/sq ft
Jun 29, 2019
Price Changed
$409,000
$132/sq ft
Jun 29, 2019
Price Changed
$409,900
$133/sq ft
Jun 29, 2019
Price Changed
$412,500
$134/sq ft
May 6, 2019
Listed
$429,900
$139/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1
May 22, 2015
Price Changed
$344,900
$112/sq ft
May 4, 2015
Price Changed
$369,900
$120/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,146 (+1.7%)
$156,000 + $361,900
$517,900
2024
$4,075 (+3.5%)
$156,000 + $361,900
$517,900
2023
$3,938 (+6.7%)
$156,000 + $361,900
$517,900
2021
$3,690 (+0.2%)
$88,000 + $282,500
$370,500
2020
$3,682 (+0.4%)
$88,000 + $282,500
$370,500
2019
$3,667 (+9.9%)
$88,000 + $282,500
$370,500
2018
$3,336 (+1.6%)
$88,000 + $282,500
$370,500
2017
$3,282 (+0.6%)
$50,000 + $198,700
$248,700
2015
$3,261 (+3.9%)
$50,000 + $198,700
$248,700
2014
$3,140
2013
$3,141 (+4.4%)
2012
$3,008 (−2.0%)
$70,000 + $169,700
$239,700
2011
$3,069
$70,000 + $170,000
$240,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.9 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,032
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,032
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mecklenburg County
APN
21309202
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
N1-A
Neighborhood 1 Zoning District
The N1-A Zoning District allows for the development of residential dwellings on lots of 10,000 sq ft or greater. The N1-A Zoning District is typically applied to established neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Local insights from Redfin agents
Ballantyne is creating a new identity for itself. It is already known as a business hub in South Charlotte, but now with the Bowl development behind the Ballantyne Hotel, it is the scene for walkability to hip restaurants, wine bars and coffee...
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Charlotte, NC • 28270
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
49
30
57
37
71
46
77
55
78
59
88
69
92
74
81
68
81
65
73
53
66
46
54
36
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 12% for direct sun exposure in Charlotte. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 123 Old Bell Rd
$839,643
$20K under list price of $860K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $678K to $956K.