Affordable Modern Homes in Charlotte

Here are some MCM / Mid-Century Modern stunners  here in Charlotte, all priced below $250,000. The contemporary style of these homes make them definite head turners! Just click on each image for details.

Coming Soon: Historic Charlotte's 11th Annual Celebration of May Preservation Month

Historic Charlotte, Inc. is celebrating Mid-Century Modern architecture and design during the entire month of May. There will be events and tours to check out so stay tuned for more details...

Craig St. Moderns Slash Prices

They were the talk of the town when they were built and at this price they still are!  It is hard to believe that a modern home like this could be had for so little.  Currently a bank approved short sale, 4551 Craig Ave. is priced at $279,000.  This home is one of several built in 2009 as an infill development called The Element.  The project was unique for Charlotte and these homes were originally priced at  over $429,000.    It had everything going for it: A close in Cotswold location, bright open floor plans, and modern interior finishes put the builders loss is your gain.

This home has three bedrooms, two and a half baths and approximately 2300 square feet.  The home has a intimate courtyard with a fireplace that is perfect for entertaining.  Anyone that enjoys entertaining will be thrilled with the open floor plan and the dramatic walls of windows.

The finishes are very contemporary including Bosch appliances, concrete floors and custom cabinetry.  If you are looking for a true Modern home with a short commute (15 min. max) to uptown you don't want to miss this opportunity.   Call Savvy + Co.  for Buyer Representation
704-330-8326.
                                                                                        Seller Represented by The McDivitt Agency

HGTV Casting First-Time Home Sellers in Charlotte for ‘My First Sale’!

Are you a first-time home seller in Charlotte? If so get ready for your close up because HGTV is looking for you! The popular primetime show on HGTV, My First Sale  is looking for homeowners (and their real estate agents) that are beginning the process of selling their first place in Charlotte, NC neighborhoods.  This is the perfect opportunity to share the experience of selling your home with the HGTV audience!  According to HGTV’s press release:

Our cameras will be there to capture all the trials and tribulations, stress and success of prepping for sale, pricing, negotiating and ultimately selling a home for the first time.

Taping will begin in Fall 2010 and will continue though Spring 2011.  Ideal candidates will be motivated, financially candid people who want to share the experience and the purchase details with HGTV and their audience. Singles, couples and families are all invited to apply!

Fun, high-energy, first-time sellers in the Charlotte, NC area who are interested in receiving additional information should contact Kathryn Richert at KRichert@HighNoonTV.com or at (303) 712.3153.

An application for My First Sale is available for download here.

MCM Masterpiece hosts OPEN HOUSE !

Swanky Schmooze in Sherwood Forest.  This Thursday, June 10th from 5 - 7 pm you can rewind to the 50's and relax in Rat Pack style.  Shonn Ross with Savvy + Co. will host an Open House cocktail party of one of Charlotte's best modern homes.  1141 Lynbrook Drive in Charlotte's  Sherwood Forest neighborhood is hitting the market and whether you are looking for the renovated Mid-Century home of your dreams or just appreciate MCM architecture make sure you put this event on your calendar. 

"We wanted to celebrate this home hitting the market in style" said Shonn, "It's not often a modern home like this comes available and I wanted all the modern enthusiast to get to tour it in the spirit that it was meant to be enjoyed.  The house is the ultimate entertainers dream and I hope that everyone that loves Mid-Century Modern will come out for a fun event."


You can RSVP for the party on the Facebook Page.

Rat Pack tunes will be provided by Dirty Drummer and hors devours and classic 50's cocktails are being mixed by Ratcliffe on the Green.  

Contemporary Mad Deal of the Week

Charlotte's Medearis neighborhood has a handful of Contemporary's and 7045 Burlwood is a pretty nice one.  It is a steal of a deal and my Modern Mad Deal of the Week!   This home had an offer of $280,000 on it a year ago... and the sellers didn't take it.  Now it's bank owned and priced at $229,900!  This house has great style and huge rooms.  It just needs someone with a modern vision to put their mark on it.  The floor to ceiling brick fireplace would look fantastic with some stacked stone!  The floors are pergo and carpet ... so that needs changing but come on... it's huge space... and check it out:

• The windows have been replaced with real nice expensive ones
• The HVAC was replaced in the last 5 years or so...with a high end  system
• The entire crawlspace is sealed... this is the nicest crawl space I've ever seen
• The roof was also replaced probably in the last 6 years or so

There is a great 2 car garage that shelters a large deck with arbor that is off a family room space.  There is also a nice back deck and a sunroom too.  The bedrooms are all big, two are huge.  There is actually a downstairs and upstairs master.  

What else does it need?  The back yard is "au natural" and could use some landscaping.  The kitchen has corian countertops and the appliances aren't that old, but you might want to open it up to the dining room... you'd have great flow as it overlooks the family room.  At this price you can do everything your heart desires!  

To see this or any other Modern Home in Charlotte  give us a call - we'd love to show you all the great deals.  We are scoping them out - Every Day!

Lexie Longstreet

Savvy + Co. Real Estate   704-560-4604  

"Mayberry Modernism"

Think all the South has to offer is Aunt Bee's fried chicken dinner with Ang and Opey?   Then don't miss George Smart (Triangle Modern Expert Extraordinaire) as he talks about all the cool houses the Triangle has to offer.  This Thursday at 5 pm,  at the Historic Salisbury Station Smart will present "Mayberry Modernism:Why the Triangle is America's Hotspot for Way Cool Houses.  He will point out some of Salisbury's best examples of Modernist architecture including the work of John Erwin Ramsay.   The event is sponsored by The Historic Salisbury Foundation in partnership with Stout Studio Architecture.  It should be a great event so pack up the station wagon (remember the wood paneled siding?) and don't forget to stop and get some Richard's Bar-BQ after the lecture.  Get your Mayberry and Modern Groove ON!

If anyone is shopping for an original MCM John Erwin Ramsay check out this home in Thomasville, NC.

Listed by Jenny Brewer with Keller Williams Realty this house hasn't be mucked about!  Priced at $290,000 this home has 4000 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 3 and a half baths.  This home built in 1957 is a time-capsule of MCM design with terrazzo floors, floor to ceiling glass and original cabinetry.  (MLS 568384 Photo by Jenny Brewer)

A One-of-a-Kind Mid Century Modern Home

Stay tuned to be the first to learn about this Mid Century Modern home coming soon to the market in Charlotte, NC. Architecturally designed by Alan Ingram and built in 1960, this MCM home combines the aesthetics of Modernism with the way we live today! Truly a work of art, this home has been updated to meet today's lifestyle yet retains the charm and beauty of its original Mid Century Modern design.

Mid Century Modern Home Coming Soon to the Market..

Coming Soon.. A stunning Mid Century Modern architectural masterpiece with style and sophistication located just minutes from Uptown Charlotte.  Striking white brick, with Silestone Countertops and Stainless Appliances, this one-of-a-kind Mid Century Modern Showplace is truly unique.  Located near Cotswold, stay tuned to learn more about this incredible MCM home in Southeast Charlotte.

Early Modern - Deal of The Week - Fixer Upper in Mint Hill

Looking for a Modern home to put your mark on?  This just might be it.
And what a deal!  This fun house just hit the market in Mint Hill, just a few miles outside of Charlotte, NC.  Situated on private Walhill Lake with deeded access you may not find a more stunning location especially at this bargain price of $110,000.  This early modern was built in 1952 at 12555 Lawyers Road on a 2 acre lot!    It has two bedrooms and one full bath in 1300 square feet.  Small but with dramatic vaulted and beamed ceilings with a sky light and a fireplace just waiting for your stylish touch.  

Loads of unique architectural features including frameless corner windows, and and counter lever framing.
This home is listed with Coldwell Banker but Savvy + Co.  is happy to represent any interested buyers.  If you are looking to have a hidden modern get-away with water views you might not find a better opportunity than this baby.   Call 704-560-4604 to make an appointment.

Mid-Century Modern Hits Spring Show

All you garden buffs mark block out time this coming week to visit the Southern Spring Show in Charlotte, NC.  This year is the 50th Anniversary of the huge rite of Spring event and Local landscape architect, Ted Cleary of Studio Cleary is building an Eichler-inspired house in honor of the event and the Zimmerman's who have organized the even for as many years.  
Ted Cleary said  "I thought it'd be fun to celebrate that,  and them with a Mid-Century Modern Theme"  The Eichler facade is the center-piece of his exhibit with the front yard being true to it's 1960's roots (pun intented!).  As you move to the back yard you are transported into a contemporary take on the modern gem.

Ted will also be giving a presentation on the Home Ideas Stage titled "Seamless: The Mid-Century 
Modern Home and it's Garden".  Scheduled for Weds. at 4:30 and Friday at 7:30pm.

Another fun blast to the past will be 3 two-room vignettes that an interior design class at the Art Institute of Charlotte has designed.  The three settings follow a fictitious family thru the 60's, 70's and 80's and will make you remember your childhood... or your parents childhood.

The Southern Spring Show starts March 3rd and runs through the 7th at The Park Expo, (previously the Merchandise Mart) at 2500 Independence Blvd.

Mod Mad Deal: Price Slashed on Sardis Contemporary

Here is the Mad Deal of the week!  This is a classic 70's Modern Contemporary set up on a hill.  This acre lot at 301 Sardis Lane could be your own little piece of paradise.    It is a Corporate Relo and the seller has  lowered the price a few times.  Priced at $345,000 it's over $150,000 less than the buyer paid for it in '06.  This is truly a blank slate inside.  Lots of white walls... just waiting for your fun fab furniture and Big Print wall paper!
With 5 bedrooms, a library and a craft room plus 5 1/2 baths there is room for everyone in over 4100 square feet.

There is even a mother-in law suite with a second kitchen and bath.
This is priced at less than $85 a square foot and that's almost 1/3 less than nearby homes.

Splish Splash this Pad is a Smash for parties.  Besides the in ground pool there is a patio and lots of yard to run around in.

If you are looking for 70's mod don't miss this great deal.  Offered by CC/BH,  Savvy + Co. would be happy to be your buyer's agent on this Mod Mad Deal.  704-330-8326

Lansdowne: Charlotte's Mid-Century Style

Lansdowne is one of Charlotte's few neighborhoods with a great selection of Mid-Century Modern architecture.  Ideally located between Providence and Sardis Roads this neighborhood's large lots and wide roads has made it one of Charlotte's favorites.  Take a drive thru the neighborhood and you'll see any number of great examples of MCM homes.  There are also a number of sleek Atomic Ranches and Charlotte's favorite the Atomic Split Level.  Many of the houses are still in their original condition just waiting for the next wave of modern enthusiast to do the updates.  Some have already found lucky home owners who are keeping the MCM style but making them family friendly.

Lansdowne's proximity to center city Charlotte (about a 20 minute drive door to door), Southpark, Cotswold and the Arboretum, really add to it's appeal.  Within minutes you can be at some of Charlotte's best shopping and entertainment venues. It is also home to Charlotte's Jewish Community Center.  This activity hub offers a fitness center, arts and music classes and adult and youth sports leagues.  The other real selling point to the neighborhood is convience and excellent repuation of the IB magnet Lansdowne Elementary School.   Many of the residents walk their kids to school... just like in the good old days. 

If you are looking looking for room to spread out check out our Lansdowne active home searches:
Mid-Century Modern and Traditional homes. 


Another Charlotte neighborhood with mid-century homes is The Cloisters.

MCM Mad Deal: Atomic Ranch in Charlotte

This weeks MCM Mad Deal is a short sale in up and coming Windsor Park.   This neighborhood has a number of Mid-century modern atomic ranches.  And here is the perfect opportunity for a buyer who is looking for a little project to remodel and turn into their modern dream home.  Priced at only $59,000 this house value is really about $95,000 with repairs done.  There is an estimate of $5000 - $8000 in repairs known.  Of course we know what you can do with a few trips to IKEA !  The home last sold for $95,000.

• Hardwood floors
• Central heat and air
• Vaulted Ceilings                                                       
• Private Back yard with Deck.

This is an approved Short Sale... but is being negotiated by a Short Sale Investor so you have to close with cash.  It is not listed on the MLS.  If you are interested give Savvy + Co. a call.  We can hook you up.  704-330-8326.

Modern Home hits Market in Concord, NC

This terrific true MCM just hit the market. It's located in of all places, Concord NC, just about a 20 minute drive from center city Charlotte, NC. Located at 501 Journey St. this fantastic house sits on over 8 private acres and within walking distance of Concord's Historic District.  This true mid-century modern home features wonderful original features, walls of glass, vaulted and beamed ceilings, stacked slate fireplace and divider walls.  This is perhaps the nicest example of a restored modern home to come on the market in the Charlotte Metro area in several years.

Built in 1952, the current  owners of this fine home have spared no expense in the restoration of this classic example of modern architecture.  The true   labor of love, incorporated the finest materials including windows, doors, Italian cabinetry, fixtures and designer lighting.  There are also many green, energy saving  They have brought this property back to a true Modern statement home.  It is very rare to find a modern home with such thoughtful renovation.

Enormous rooms are flooded with sunlight and every
surface is stunning.  The kitchen features Wolfe range, Sub-zero refrigerator, four dishwashers, and a built in coffee maker.  Step out of the gracious master suite to your private zen like gardens.

The grounds are lovely with wonderful landscaping and hardscape.  The infinity pool creates a relaxing oasis with it's cabana and pool storage area.  Adjacent there is an outdoor kitchen, bar and covered eating area.   There is also a four car garage with glass doors, perfect for an art studio, or you could put the vintage roadster in there.  The property is also fully fenced with aluminum fencing and a gate at the entrance.

There are three bedrooms and three and a half baths in 4200 square feet.  This home is currently listed for sale by Debbie Fink with Wiechert  Realtors Craven & Co.

Style and Function what more do you want. (Hey, Concord isn't that far!)

If you think this is your dream house, I'd love to show it to you and work as your buyers agent! Look for other modern homes in Charlotte at our Modern Home Search at our www.ModernHomesCharlotte.com blog.