Matthews Land for Sale

Matthews Land for Sale

Welcome to Matthews, North Carolina – a hidden gem just outside of Charlotte that combines the charm of small-town living with the conveniences of urban life. Nestled in Mecklenburg County, Matthews boasts a rich history dating back to the 1800s, and today it is celebrated for its friendly community atmosphere, vibrant local culture, and picturesque surroundings. With beautiful parks, excellent schools, and a variety of shopping and dining options, Matthews is an ideal place for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

If you’re considering a move to this delightful town, we have exciting news for you! A variety of land for sale is now available, offering a unique opportunity to build your dream home in this thriving community. Whether you envision a cozy cottage on a quiet street or a sprawling estate surrounded by nature, the available parcels of land cater to diverse preferences and budgets.

Imagine waking up to the sound of birds chirping, with the sun rising over your own piece of paradise. With easy access to major highways, Matthews provides a seamless commute to Charlotte, making it the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience. The area is also known for its outdoor recreational opportunities, with parks like Squirrel Lake Park and the scenic Greenway trails nearby, perfect for hiking, biking, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll.

Don’t miss your chance to invest in land in Matthews, NC – where you can create a home that reflects your personal style in a community that welcomes you with open arms. Explore the possibilities today!

Newest Matthews Land for Sale

$160,000
4403229 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Matthews location offers a great investment opportunity to own this prime .46 ac lot in an upcoming subdivision in Matthews City limits, or Build your dream home in a convenient setting within minutes of downtown Matthews. Convenient to I-485, schools, shopping, and beautiful Four Mile Creek Greenway The lot has tons of potential! Note: the existing mobile home is owned by the tenant. Seller makes no representations on mobile home. This is a changing neighborhood with new site built houses going up all around. There is no Homeowners Association (HOA). Power provided by Duke Energy, Water by Carolina Water Service, and County Sewer. Cash offers only. For more information regarding the property details, please call listing agent, Walt Sikes. No showings allowed. Listing Agent is related to seller. Please do not go on property, do not disturb tenants, do not communicate with the tenants. Sold "as-is, where-is” with all faults.

4720 Friendship Drive, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate SouthPark. walt.sikes@allentate.com
$150,000
4403236 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Matthews location offers a great investment opportunity to own this prime .23 ac lot in an upcoming subdivision in Matthews City limits, or Build your dream home in a convenient setting within minutes of downtown Matthews. Convenient to I-485, schools, shopping, and beautiful Four Mile Creek Greenway The lot has tons of potential! Note: the existing mobile home is owned by the tenant. Seller makes no representations on mobile home. This is a changing neighborhood with new site built houses going up all around. There is no Homeowners Association (HOA). Power provided by Duke Energy, Water by Carolina Water Service, and County Sewer. Cash offers only. For more information regarding the property details, please call listing agent, Walt Sikes. No showings allowed. Listing Agent is related to seller. Please do not go on property, do not disturb tenants, do not communicate with the tenants. Sold "as-is, where-is” with all faults.

13929 Hardwood Place, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate SouthPark. walt.sikes@allentate.com
$700,000
4404331 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Positioned in the thriving Matthews corridor, Lot 7 Potter Road offers a rare 0.84-acre parcel with exceptional development potential. This site is strategically located near major residential communities and retail destinations, making it an ideal choice for investors or owner-users seeking a prime location in one of the fastest-growing areas of Union County. With its favorable zoning and build-to-suit flexibility, the property can accommodate a range of uses, from professional offices to specialty retail or service-oriented businesses.

Lot 7 Potter Road, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Select. jayross@kw.com
$625,000
4404306 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Positioned in the thriving Matthews corridor, Lot 3 Pleasant Plains Road offers a rare 0.70-acre parcel with exceptional development potential. This site is strategically located near major residential communities and retail destinations, making it an ideal choice for investors or owner-users seeking a prime location in one of the fastest-growing areas of Union County. With its favorable zoning and build-to-suit flexibility, the property can accommodate a range of uses, from professional offices to specialty retail or service-oriented businesses.

Lot 3 Pleasant Planes Road, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Select. jayross@kw.com
$700,000
4404316 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Positioned in the thriving Matthews corridor, Lot 4 Pleasant Plains Road offers a rare 0.93-acre parcel with exceptional development potential. This site is strategically located near major residential communities and retail destinations, making it an ideal choice for investors or owner-users seeking a prime location in one of the fastest-growing areas of Union County. With its favorable zoning and build-to-suit flexibility, the property can accommodate a range of uses, from professional offices to specialty retail or service-oriented businesses.

Lot 4 Pleasant Planes Road, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Select. jayross@kw.com
$198,850
4401981 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Highly desirable location in a very sought after area of Matthews Lovely opportunity to purchase a vacant lot leveled lot just above an acre of land and not under the restrictions of a HOA. This land is conveniently located and within a close proximity of your local shopping, dining, and many other local festivities this neighborhood and bordering neighborhoods provides within the Stallings, Sun Valley Indian Trail, Waverly Charlotte areas. PRICED TO SELL! Please contact listing agent with any questions.

1.08 AC Fincher Road, Matthews

Listing courtesy of WNC Real Estate Partners. 865-308-6190
$240,000
4394358 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Build your dream home on this picturesque 1.79-acre homesite in sought-after Matthews. Offering a blend of open space and mature trees, this property provides the ideal setting for privacy while remaining close to everyday conveniences. Recent AOWE completed in November 2025 with approved septic design for a 4-bedroom home. AOWE site plan, survey, and septic information, is attached. No HOA. Surrounded by established custom homes on large homesites, this property offers a rare opportunity to build in an area known for its spacious lots and upscale residential setting. Conveniently located with easy access to I-485, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Existing well located on the property. Seller makes no representation regarding the condition or functionality of the well. Buyer to verify all information important to their intended use.

1508 Union Road, Matthews

Listing courtesy of NorthGroup Real Estate LLC. davilahomesrealty@gmail.com
$499,000
4385981 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
**Rare opportunity on the Union County side of Matthews — 2.04 acres already subdivided into three residential lots measuring approximately 0.68, 0.68, and 0.67 acres.** This unique property offers the potential to build **three custom estate homes** in one of the area’s most desirable and convenient locations. Tucked away from the main road and surrounded by mature trees, this homesite provides a private, peaceful setting with a true estate feel. Access is provided by a shared concrete and gravel driveway extending over 400 feet, creating a quiet retreat while still being close to everyday conveniences. The property offers access to **city water and city sewer**, with **no HOA**, giving future owners and builders added flexibility. Located near the Woodbridge community, but not part of the HOA, this property is part of a rare assembled lot opportunity in a highly sought-after area. Enjoy close proximity to Union County schools, walkable access to Idlewild Market Plaza with Harris Teeter and other retail conveniences, and just a 2–3 minute drive to I-485. The location is truly top-tier, with Matthews, Charlotte, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes all within easy reach. The property is also minutes from the upcoming Acadia Matthews Plaza, an 82-acre mixed-use retail development expected to include Publix in late 2027. An exceptional opportunity for a builder, investor, or owner looking to create three private custom estates in a prime Matthews-area location. Buyer/builder to verify all subdivision, utility, permitting, and development requirements.

3017 Stevens Schultz Lane Unit #Lot 2-4, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Select. denisd@kw.com
$1,095,000
4380741 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
10.503 Acres of land and home off Chestnut Lane in popular area of Union County. This land is relatively level with a slight slope down to the creek. The property consist of a house built in 1946 and garage studio. The property is being sold AS IS and the house is currently tenant occupied. Check with Union County and the town of Indian Trail for zoning questions.

417 Chestnut Lane, Matthews

Listing courtesy of United Country Real Estate - The McLemore Group. kevin@themclemoregroup.com
$1,300,000
4372807 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Come see this beautiful property with just under 2.5 Acres providing an abundance of opportunity! Property is zoned such that there are numerous options for development and expansion! There is a beautiful home on the land - Almost 3300 square feet with the ADU - full brick, primary on main with a screen porch plus ADU with 1/2 bath and fireplace provide the opportunity to design your dream home along with a home office, gym/fitness, guest/nanny suite - the possibilities are endless! The acreage provides the chance to expand the home or build additional homes on the property. Several updates were made over the last 10-15 years including the kitchen, primary bath, screen porch addition. Situated in one of CMS Top School zones and Convenient to shopping & restaurants at Waverly, Promenade, Blakeney as well as I-485, medical and office facilities and more! Don't miss out on this fabulous property! There is a second prepared access to the property on Pebble Run Drive

3325 Tilley Morris Road, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Corcoran HM Properties. TommyWilliams@hmproperties.com
$495,000
4365779 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful Opportunity in Matthews! This established micro-estate pairs a thoughtfully designed home with nearly five acres of private land, offering the freedom and flexibility you’ve been seeking. The Charming, two bedroom bungalow embodies modern-rustic charm and deliberate design. So many details reflect quality: tile work throughout the bath, thoughtful upgrades, and single-level living that feels effortless and welcoming. The home's intimate footprint makes great use of space with a flow that just feels right. Step outside to discover the true lifestyle magic. A covered front porch offers Southern hospitality and curb appeal, while your generous screened porch becomes an all-season sanctuary—perfect for morning coffee, afternoon refuge, or evening conversation. An expansive back deck further extends your living space into the landscape, ideal for large gatherings or quiet sunsets framed by mature trees. Beyond the main residence, a wired studio with its own sitting porch awaits—ready to serve as a creative sanctuary, dedicated home office, peaceful guest retreat, or artist's studio. A rustic and colorful outbuilding currently functions as storage and offers practical utility and authentic country character. Mature trees and open clearings combine to create an ideal setting for organic gardening, small-scale homesteading, fruit orchards, or outdoor recreation. Whether you dream of a creative compound or simply preserving pristine natural buffer, this acreage is ready for your creativity. What truly distinguishes this property are three separately deeded parcels unified under single ownership. This land assemblage offers genuine options that ordinary properties cannot: Maximize your sanctuary on five private acres preserving a natural buffer of land as permanent protection against future development; Build a second residence or family compound on the expanded acreage; Develop individual parcels while keeping your home's serene setting intact; OR Create a multi-generational family estate with defined living spaces. As undeveloped land near Charlotte becomes increasingly fragmented and scarce, this contiguous assembly represents both immediate lifestyle value and enduring investment potential. The flexibility built into this property's structure grows more valuable every year. This property is for those who value quiet mornings, genuine privacy, and the freedom to shape life on their own terms. Whether you seek a creative retreat, homesteading haven, multi-generational home, or simply a peaceful place to breathe, 1105 Union Road offers something rare near a thriving city: real land, real privacy, and real possibility. Conveniently located with nearby restaurants and services, it’s just 14 miles to UNCC, 18 miles to Uptown Charlotte, and 28 miles to CLT airport. This home and location have so much to offer; see it for yourself today!

1105 Union Road, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Fisher Herman Realty LLC. Daniel@FisherHerman.com
$725,000
4361408 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! 2228 Sam Newell Rd is an exceptional parcel of land at 4.6 acres and zoned R-15. This is a rare opportunity to own land in a prime location where larger lots are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Situated in a highly sought-after area of Matthews, this property is strategically located between Independence Boulevard and Margaret Wallace Rd which are two major thoroughfares from Matthews to Charlotte. This lot truly stands out as a win-win for buyers looking to build now or invest for the future. One of the many highlights is the two means of egress — the property offers access from both Sam Newell Road and Williams Road, providing flexibility and convenience. The location is ideal, being just approximately two miles from Novant Health Matthews Medical Center. If you’re looking for a wide variety of amenities—including restaurants, shopping centers, and major big-box stores—you’ve found the perfect location. Conveniently situated near Lowe’s, Home Depot, and large retailers such as Sam’s Club and Costco, this area truly has it all, with even more nearby. If you need to grab a bus into Charlotte, CAT’s Park and Ride and downtown Matthews are all less than 1/2 mile away. This property presents excellent potential in a desirable area where opportunities like this are becoming increasingly rare. LOOKING FOR SEWER and WATER, look no further! In 2025, sewer and water were installed along Sam Newell Road and are now readily available. No expense to the buyer for that, the tap fee has already been paid in full — a significant advantage for future development. Water, natural gas, electric, and cable are all accessible from Sam Newell Road, making this property even more attractive for builders and buyers alike. Whether you are looking to build your dream home or secure land in a premium location, this property checks all the boxes. This property is part of a 1031 Exchange. Please note, there are trail cameras on the property (video only).

2228 Sam Newell Road, Matthews

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty. jenn.connolly@bhhscarolinas.com
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