$310,000 $203/sqft
1009 Preston Drive
Lowell, NC 28098
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,530 sqft · 2004 · 3 mo ago
Preston Place in Lowell has the feel of a compact, well-kept residential pocket where corner lots, cul-de-sacs, and front porches give the streets an easy, settled rhythm.
Listing summary: 1 Active17 Recently Sold
$310,000 $203/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,530 sqft · 2004 · 3 mo ago
$230,000 $132/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,740 sqft · 2006 · DOM: 42 d
$234,900 $113/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,075 sqft · 2006 · DOM: 29 d
$229,900 $111/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,080 sqft · 2005 · DOM: 45 d
$239,900 $112/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,136 sqft · 2005 · DOM: 34 d
$189,900 $124/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,536 sqft · 2004 · DOM: 33 d
Parks
George Poston Park
$189,900 $124/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,529 sqft · 2004 · DOM: 43 d
$148,000 $113/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,305 sqft · 2004 · DOM: 70 d
$165,500 $103/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,600 sqft · 2004 · DOM: 68 d
$146,900 $96/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,536 sqft · 2004 · DOM: 121 d
$172,000 $99/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,743 sqft · 2004 · DOM: 162 d
$180,000 $100/sqft
Lowell, NC 28098
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,796 sqft · 2005 · DOM: 120 d
Gaston County, Charlotte metro, North Carolina
AI-assisted overview based on MLS listing data for Preston Place, Lowell
Preston Place in Lowell has the feel of a compact, well-kept residential pocket where corner lots, cul-de-sacs, and front porches give the streets an easy, settled rhythm. Built in the mid-2000s, the neighborhood leans toward straightforward single-family living with practical layouts and a consistently cared-for appearance. The setting is especially appealing for anyone who values quick access to the road network without giving up a neighborhood feel.
"A tidy Lowell enclave where everyday convenience meets easygoing suburban comfort."
Most homes here follow a familiar and highly livable formula: ranch or 1.5-story plans, split-bedroom layouts, open main living areas, and attached garages. Many homes feature brick accents, and several remarks highlight details like vaulted ceilings, gas fireplaces, bonus rooms over the garage, and generous storage. Outdoor space is part of the appeal too, with fenced yards, decks, screened porches, and a few properties backing to woods or creekside views. Lot sizes are comfortable for the area, and the overall impression is of a neighborhood that values function, privacy, and low-fuss upkeep.
With a median price around the low $300s on the current listing and a broader sales history centered much lower, Preston Place shows a range that reflects both earlier closings and the neighborhood’s more recent positioning. The homes themselves tend to be modestly sized but thoughtfully arranged, with enough flexibility for extra living space, office use, or storage above the garage.
George Poston Park is one of the clearest lifestyle anchors for Preston Place. Several homes note immediate or very close access to the park, and that proximity brings trails, a lake, sports fields, playgrounds, a dog park, picnicking areas, and mountain biking into the neighborhood’s daily orbit. That kind of setting gives the community a more open, outdoorsy edge than many suburban subdivisions. Low-maintenance yards, front porches, and rear decks help extend the living space outside, while the attached garages add everyday convenience.
"Parkside living, practical home design, and quick access to errands shape the neighborhood’s daily pace."
Preston Place sits in Lowell along the local corridor tied to Preston Drive and nearby Alton Court and Tolbert Court, with easy access to I-85 called out repeatedly in listing remarks. Downtown Lowell is close, and listings also point to convenient reach into Gaston County shopping and dining, plus straightforward trips toward Charlotte, Gastonia, Belmont, and Charlotte Douglas Airport, which one remark places about 12 miles away. The school pattern is consistent as well: Lowell Elementary, Holbrook Middle, and Ashbrook High serve the community. For buyers who want a residential setting with park access, regional commuting options, and a familiar school lineup, Preston Place is an easy neighborhood to understand and navigate.
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17 recently sold in Preston Place, Lowell
| Property | Sold | List Price | DOM | Size | List $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Nov 6 2018 | $230,000 | 42 | 1,740 sq ft | $132 |
| | Jul 31 2018 | $234,900 | 29 | 2,075 sq ft | $113 |
| | Jul 30 2018 | $229,900 | 45 | 2,080 sq ft | $111 |
| | Jun 14 2018 | $239,900 | 34 | 2,136 sq ft | $112 |
| | Jun 13 2018 | $189,900 | 33 | 1,536 sq ft | $124 |
| | Apr 26 2018 | $189,900 | 43 | 1,529 sq ft | $124 |
| | Oct 7 2016 | $148,000 | 70 | 1,305 sq ft | $113 |
| | Apr 4 2016 | $165,500 | 68 | 1,600 sq ft | $103 |
| | Oct 1 2015 | $146,900 | 121 | 1,536 sq ft | $96 |
| | Sep 22 2015 | $172,000 | 162 | 1,743 sq ft | $99 |
| | Sep 10 2015 | $180,000 | 120 | 1,796 sq ft | $100 |
| | Nov 24 2014 | $189,000 | 172 | 2,234 sq ft | $85 |
| | Jul 11 2014 | $175,000 | 62 | 1,729 sq ft | $101 |
| | Feb 14 2014 | $145,000 | 39 | 1,467 sq ft | $99 |
| | Oct 18 2013 | $169,900 | 88 | 1,800 sq ft | $94 |
| | Jan 30 2013 | $145,000 | 132 | 1,465 sq ft | $99 |
| | May 15 2012 | $165,000 | 265 | 2,035 sq ft | $81 |
Aggregated from MLS listing history for Preston Place, Lowell
The Preston Place real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 68 days. With 1 active listing and 0 homes sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.
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