Waxhaw NC Real Estate: Homes for Sale, Luxury Communities & Lifestyle Guide
Waxhaw is a town in western Union County, about 23 miles by road south of Uptown Charlotte. Its population roughly doubled between the 2010 and 2020 Censuses (9,859 to 20,534), and it combines a small historic downtown with large newer neighborhoods. Public schools are run by Union County Public Schools, not CMS.
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Waxhaw key numbers
- Population
- 20,534 (2020 Census) · 23,140 (2025 est.)
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau
- Median owner-occupied home value
- $549,400 (ACS 2020–2024)
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau
- Owner-occupied rate
- 83.0% (ACS 2020–2024)
- Source: U.S. Census Bureau
- Property tax, 2026–27
- $0.7242 per $100 (Union County 0.4342 + Town 0.2900)
- Source: Union County
- Tax on a $500,000 assessed home
- ≈ $3,621 / year (before $250 solid-waste fee)
- Source: Calculated from the rates above
- Drive to Uptown
- ≈ 23 mi · 39 min free-flow
- Source: OSRM routing
Drive times are free-flow estimates; rush-hour trips take longer. Full sources are listed at the bottom of this page.
Lifestyle
Why People Choose Waxhaw
- Small historic downtown with local shops and restaurants
- Larger, newer neighborhoods than most of Mecklenburg County
- Cane Creek Park and the Museum of the Alphabet nearby
- Union County Public Schools
- Lower combined property tax rate than the City of Charlotte for 2026–27
Market
Housing Market Overview
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 survey puts Waxhaw's median owner-occupied home value at $549,400, and 83% of homes are owner-occupied. Newer neighborhoods and older homes near downtown price very differently, so we price each home from recent comparable closed sales nearby.
Property Types
Types of Homes in Waxhaw
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods in Waxhaw
Millbridge
Large master-planned neighborhood with community amenities.
Cureton
Master-planned neighborhood with pools and walking trails.
Firethorne
Golf and country-club community on the Waxhaw–Marvin side.
Downtown Waxhaw streets
Older homes within walking distance of the historic downtown.
Education
Top Schools in Waxhaw
Cuthbertson High School
UCPS public (9–12)
Serves parts of the Waxhaw area
Marvin Ridge High School
UCPS public (9–12)
Serves parts of the Waxhaw area
Parkwood High School
UCPS public (9–12)
Serves parts of the Waxhaw area
Sandy Ridge Elementary School
UCPS public (K–5)
Serves parts of the Waxhaw area
Union County Public Schools assignments depend on the exact address and can change. Confirm the assigned schools with UCPS before you write an offer. We don't publish school ratings.
Commute Times
Getting Around from Waxhaw
Things to Do
Local Highlights
- Downtown Waxhaw — antique shops, art galleries, and craft breweries
- Waxhaw Farmers Market — seasonal local produce and artisan goods
- JAARS Museum of the Alphabet — unique cultural attraction
- Cane Creek Park — 1,050 acres of trails, fishing, and camping
- Annual Waxhaw Christmas Parade — beloved community tradition
- Growing Hwy 16 restaurant corridor — new dining weekly
Buying in Waxhaw
Check whether an address is inside Waxhaw town limits (the town rate applies only there), confirm the UCPS school assignment, and compare HOA dues between master-planned neighborhoods.
Search homesSelling in Waxhaw
We price from recent nearby closed sales, prepare the home for photos, and list it on Canopy MLS so it reaches the major home-search websites.
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For a closer look at daily life in Waxhaw beyond homes for sale, see Waxhaw Living, an area guide associated with members of our team. Real estate services are provided by Peters & Associates, Inc.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Waxhaw
Sources for this page
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts — Waxhaw town, NC
- Union County — 2026–2027 county & municipal tax rates
- Union County Public Schools — school assignment lookup
- OSRM road routing (OpenStreetMap data), free-flow drive, measured Oct 14, 2026
Last checked October 14, 2026. Tax rates change each July; confirm current rates and school assignments for a specific address.
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