Hot homes: 10 houses for sale in Charlotte with great front porches

This real estate roundup is proudly presented by the Redbud Group, creating better experiences. Here’s their favorite listing this week:

• 9627 Rayneridge Drive: $324,900
• Neighborhood: Huntersville
• Realtor: Russ Bogue at The Redbud Group
• Features: Entertainers kitchen, spacious master suite, fenced-in yard, community pool 
• Specs: 4 bed, 2.5 bath, 2,764 square feet

Sitting outside with friends and family (6 feet apart) is one of the greatest joys of shelter in place, and there’s no better place to do that than on a fabulous front porch.

1828 Umstead St. – $430,000

Why we love it: This charming three-bed was built in 1912 and has the original hardwoods floors and old-school charm, plus more more modern stylish upgrades.

• Neighborhood: Villa Heights
• Realtor: Amber Exton at Austin-Barnett Realty LLC
• Specs: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,385  square feet
• Notable features: Original hardwoods, 10-foot ceilings, back deck and fenced-in yard, curb appeal, charming architectural details

1621 Morningside Drive – $489,000

Why we love it: From the sunshine yellow front door to arched doorways throughout, this three-bed has tons of character. The side porch is the perfect spot to set up a swing, rocking chairs, or outdoor lounge seating.

• Neighborhood: Midwood
• Realtor: Bobby Sisk at Nestlewood Realty, LLC
• Specs: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,594 square feet
• Notable features: Spacious side porch, curb appeal, arched doorways, updated bathrooms, white kitchen

658 Vendue Place – $539,000

Why we love it: This Charleston-style home has all the right space for outdoor living. The double-decker front porch has plenty of room for the whole family and friends to social distance together. The interior is fresh, bright, and gorgeously updated.

• Neighborhood: Olde Providence North
• Realtor: Bertha Walker at Cottingham Chalk
• Specs: 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2,795 square feet
• Notable features: Charleston-style architecture, double-decker porch, bright kitchen, neutral color pallet, large master suite

635 Vendue Place – $580,000

Why we love it: You can never look at too many Charleston-style homes. They’re romantic and quintessentially Southern with plenty of space to host, sip tea/coffee/wine, curl up with a book, work from home, etc. on the double-decker front porch.

• Neighborhood: Olde Providence North
• Realtor: Jenn Mattscheck at Helen Adams Realty
• Specs: 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2,901 square feet
• Notable features: Charleston-style design, tons of outdoor space, brick exterior, access to porch off master suite, lush landscaping

828 Walnut Ave. – $600,000

Why we love it: With a sunny yellow exterior, a flat yard, and plenty of interior upgrades, this house checks a lot of boxes. Plus, I think this sweet bungalow’s porch was made for a swing and rocking chairs.

• Neighborhood: Wesley Heights
• Realtor: Matthew Means at Savvy + Co Real Estate
• Specs: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,096 square feet
• Notable features: Walking distance to Rhino Market (Villa Heights/NoDa location), charm, curb appeal, upgrades throughout, bright interior, flat yard

2808 Shenandoah Ave. – $699,000

Why we love it: If you prefer a more modern vibe, this one’s for you. The new build features an open layout, a chic kitchen with a waterfall edge island, garage doors that open to a an outdoor area, and, of course, a great front porch with a pergola.

• Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood
• Realtor: Angela Ambroise at Urban Roots Real Estate Advisors LLC
• Specs: 3 bed, 3.5 bath, 2,700 square feet
• Notable features: Modern style, new build, garage doors open to outdoor living area, open kitchen, waterfall edge island

5217 Buckingham Drive – $735,000

Why we love it: This custom modern farmhouse has everything you love about the style: a huge front porch, black windows, sliding barn doors, an open layout, white oak floors, and a white kitchen.

• Neighborhood: Selwyn Park
• Realtor: Jobey Thomas at Clockwork Realty Group LLC
• Specs: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,667 square feet
• Notable features: White oak hardwood, big front porch, open layout, white kitchen, beautifully tiled bathrooms, dreamy master closet

1916 Marguerite Ave. – $738,000

Why we love it: This four-bed features tall coffered ceilings and beautiful moldings, an open kitchen, a huge master suite, and fabulous spaces for outdoor living.

• Neighborhood: Midwood
• Realtor: Amy Peterson at Allen Tate SouthPark
• Specs: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,744 square feet
• Notable features: Midwood location, built in 2015, craftsman architectural details, open kitchen, fenced-in flat yard

2232 Laburnum Ave. – $940,000

Why we love it: This oversized bungalow has a first-floor bedroom and office, stone front porch and fireplace, rustic, exposed beams, gorgeous kitchen, and an entertainers backyard.

• Neighborhood: Chantilly
• Realtor: Genevieve Williams at Genevieve Williams Real Estate LLC
• Specs: 5 bed, 4 bath, 3,127 square feet
• Notable features: Portico, stone fireplace, exposed wood beams, KitchenAid appliances, first floor bedroom plus four additional bedrooms upstairs, open layout, great kitchen

725 Ideal Way – $949,000

Why we love it: This English farmhouse designed by Mermans Architecture is stunning. From the intriguing curb appeal to the huge master suite to the outdoor entertaining area with a fireplace, every inch of the house is tastefully and thoughtfully designed.

• Neighborhood: Dilworth
• Realtor: Todd Wise at Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
• Specs: 3 bed, 3 bath, 2,355 square feet
• Notable features: Dilworth location, designed by Mermans Architecture, English farmhouse style, gorgeous kitchen, ultimate outdoor living areas

All photos are  from their respective online listings. Know of an interesting or unusual home listing in the Charlotte region? Tips/Scoops: [email protected]. Related Agenda real estate guides: Best custom home builders in Charlotte, Best architects in Charlotte, and Best interior designers in Charlotte.