$687,000 $287/sqft
5120 Dunes Court
Charlotte, NC 28226
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,396 sqft · 1978 · 2 mo ago
Carmel South has the feel of a tucked-away South Charlotte enclave where the streets curve around mature landscaping, courtyard entries, and long-established green space.
Listing summary: 1 Active2 Pending48+ Recently Sold
$687,000 $287/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,396 sqft · 1978 · 2 mo ago
$549,900 $283/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,946 sqft · 1978 · 4 mo ago
$849,900 $348/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,445 sqft · 1978 · 11 mo ago
$688,000 $272/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,529 sqft · 1975 · DOM: 85 d
$650,000 $388/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,677 sqft · 1984 · DOM: 54 d
$600,000 $305/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,966 sqft · 1980 · DOM: 39 d
Parking
detached garages · two-car garages
Outdoor Living
courtyards · patios · decks +2
Community Features
meadow walking paths · stream and footbridges · courtyard entries +3
$650,000 $309/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,102 sqft · 1981 · DOM: 47 d
$675,000 $281/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,401 sqft · 1975 · DOM: 76 d
$700,000 $280/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,500 sqft · 1975 · DOM: 28 d
$575,000 $343/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,676 sqft · 1982 · DOM: 95 d
$674,900 $344/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,962 sqft · 1978 · DOM: 67 d
$795,000 $307/sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,592 sqft · 1984 · DOM: 32 d
Charlotte metro, North Carolina
AI-assisted overview based on MLS listing data for Carmel South, Charlotte
Carmel South has the feel of a tucked-away South Charlotte enclave where the streets curve around mature landscaping, courtyard entries, and long-established green space. The neighborhood’s character is shaped by its townhome and villa layout, with a few single-family homes mixed in, creating a setting that feels composed and well cared for rather than sprawling. Many homes open to gated front courtyards, brick patios, and private outdoor rooms that make the transition from indoors to outdoors part of daily life. Nearby, the presence of Carmel Country Club gives the area an unmistakable anchor, and the surrounding streets carry the polished, established look that comes with years of thoughtful upkeep.
Most homes in Carmel South were built between the mid-1970s and mid-1990s, and that era shows in the architecture: vaulted ceilings, built-ins, fireplaces, sunrooms, skylights, and generous windows are all common themes. Townhomes dominate the community, and many are designed for single-level living or a main-level primary suite, which adds to the neighborhood’s easy, low-maintenance feel. Detached garages are especially common, and private courtyards, covered porches, decks, and screened spaces give each home a distinct outdoor identity. Some residences lean traditional with brick walkways and classic details, while others have been updated with granite, newer kitchens, and contemporary finishes. The overall impression is of a neighborhood that values privacy, storage, and usable space without sacrificing charm.
Daily life here revolves around outdoor living and the community’s green setting. Meandering paths, meadow views, wooded backdrops, and a stream with footbridges create a pleasant landscape for a morning stroll or an evening walk. Several homes overlook common-area meadow space or golf course views, and that connection to nature is one of Carmel South’s defining traits. The HOA in some sections covers exterior maintenance and landscaping, which supports the neighborhood’s polished appearance and makes the courtyard-and-garage lifestyle especially appealing. Shopping and errands are close at hand, with Harris Teeter, the new Publix, Starbucks, CVS, and Olde Towne Shopping Center all mentioned in neighborhood remarks. SouthPark’s dining and retail options are also a major draw, giving residents a wide range of everyday conveniences and weekend destinations.
Carmel South sits off Carmel Road in South Charlotte, right past Carmel Country Club and across from one of the area’s most recognizable landmarks. Commutes are straightforward: the neighborhood is described as minutes from SouthPark, Ballantyne, Uptown, and Charlotte Douglas Airport, with I-485 also called out in listing remarks. The setting places residents close to Quail Hollow as well, along with the broader SouthPark shopping and dining district. School assignments commonly associated with the community are Beverly Woods Elementary, Carmel Middle, and South Mecklenburg High, and that school pattern helps define the area’s long-standing residential appeal. For buyers who want established surroundings, strong access to South Charlotte destinations, and a home style centered on courtyard living, Carmel South delivers a very distinct sense of place.
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Showing 1-48+ recently sold in Carmel South, Charlotte
| Property | Sold | List Price | DOM | Size | List $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jun 1 2026 | $688,000 | 85 | 2,529 sq ft | $272 |
| | May 22 2026 | $650,000 | 54 | 1,677 sq ft | $388 |
| | Apr 6 2026 | $600,000 | 39 | 1,966 sq ft | $305 |
| | Mar 31 2026 | $650,000 | 47 | 2,102 sq ft | $309 |
| | Feb 18 2026 | $675,000 | 76 | 2,401 sq ft | $281 |
| | Dec 19 2025 | $700,000 | 28 | 2,500 sq ft | $280 |
| | Aug 11 2025 | $575,000 | 95 | 1,676 sq ft | $343 |
| | Jul 8 2025 | $674,900 | 67 | 1,962 sq ft | $344 |
| | May 6 2025 | $795,000 | 32 | 2,592 sq ft | $307 |
| | Apr 4 2025 | $699,000 | 30 | 2,458 sq ft | $284 |
| | Apr 1 2025 | $700,000 | 39 | 1,946 sq ft | $360 |
| | Feb 27 2025 | $769,900 | 99 | 2,798 sq ft | $275 |
| | Jan 10 2025 | $575,000 | 91 | 2,185 sq ft | $263 |
| | Oct 2 2024 | $650,000 | 29 | 2,026 sq ft | $321 |
| | Sep 5 2024 | $590,000 | 34 | 2,656 sq ft | $222 |
| | May 7 2024 | $440,000 | 36 | 1,680 sq ft | $262 |
| | Apr 15 2024 | $448,000 | 25 | 1,778 sq ft | $252 |
| | Jan 2 2024 | $545,000 | 32 | 2,195 sq ft | $248 |
| | Dec 1 2023 | $540,000 | 72 | 2,557 sq ft | $211 |
| | Oct 16 2023 | $474,900 | 59 | 3,134 sq ft | $152 |
| | Sep 29 2023 | $589,000 | 77 | 2,146 sq ft | $274 |
| | May 23 2023 | $550,000 | 362 | 2,755 sq ft | $200 |
| | Mar 30 2023 | $429,000 | 55 | 1,720 sq ft | $249 |
| | Mar 14 2023 | $430,000 | 0 | 1,720 sq ft | $250 |
| | Mar 13 2023 | $530,000 | 213 | 2,432 sq ft | $218 |
| | Jan 13 2023 | $520,000 | 42 | 2,428 sq ft | $214 |
| | Sep 21 2022 | $519,000 | 132 | 2,043 sq ft | $254 |
| | Aug 31 2022 | $489,000 | 36 | 1,693 sq ft | $289 |
| | Aug 17 2022 | $525,000 | 28 | 2,406 sq ft | $218 |
| | Jun 30 2022 | $429,900 | 15 | 2,254 sq ft | $191 |
| | May 19 2022 | $675,000 | 51 | 2,607 sq ft | $259 |
| | Mar 30 2022 | $419,000 | 43 | 1,716 sq ft | $244 |
| | May 21 2021 | $429,900 | 28 | 2,062 sq ft | $208 |
| | Mar 8 2021 | $324,900 | 30 | 1,774 sq ft | $183 |
| | Dec 4 2020 | $418,000 | 80 | 3,537 sq ft | $118 |
| | Oct 13 2020 | $450,000 | 162 | 2,934 sq ft | $153 |
| | Aug 10 2020 | $310,000 | 87 | 1,720 sq ft | $180 |
| | Apr 23 2020 | $340,000 | 49 | 1,756 sq ft | $194 |
| | Apr 7 2020 | $305,000 | 80 | 2,327 sq ft | $131 |
| | Mar 19 2020 | $510,000 | 129 | 2,711 sq ft | $188 |
| | Dec 9 2019 | $429,999 | 90 | 2,280 sq ft | $189 |
| | Oct 31 2019 | $350,000 | 56 | 1,987 sq ft | $176 |
| | Jul 24 2019 | $319,900 | 127 | 2,176 sq ft | $147 |
| | Apr 15 2019 | $350,000 | 81 | 2,711 sq ft | $129 |
| | Sep 5 2018 | $345,000 | 55 | 2,193 sq ft | $157 |
| | Jun 1 2018 | $320,000 | 48 | 1,946 sq ft | $164 |
| | May 22 2018 | $384,500 | 68 | 2,226 sq ft | $173 |
| | Apr 30 2018 | $269,000 | 38 | 1,720 sq ft | $156 |
Aggregated from MLS listing history for Carmel South, Charlotte
The Carmel South real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 64 days. With 3 active listings and 8 homes sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.
Listings taken off the market in the past year in Carmel South, Charlotte
Charlotte, NC 28226
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,529 sqft
Charlotte, NC 28226
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,952 sqft
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