Charlotte metro, NC relocation guide
Moving to Lake Wylie, NC
$599,000Median listing price
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About Lake Wylie
Lake Wylie is a census-designated place in York County (roughly 13,000 residents) on the shores of Lake Wylie, about 20 miles southwest of Uptown Charlotte. Waterfront community with marinas, lakefront dining, and commuter subdivisions; functions as a distinct lake suburb. (Note: the lake itself straddles the NC/SC line; the CDP is on the SC side.)
Home prices in Lake Wylie
The median listing price in Lake Wylie is $599,000.
Top places in Lake Wylie
- Lake Wylie waterfront
- Waterfront restaurants
- McDowell Nature Preserve
Commuting from Lake Wylie
- About 20 miles southwest of Uptown via SC-49/SC-274 to I-485 or I-77. Typical drive: 30–45 minutes off-peak; 45–65 minutes at peak. No fixed-route transit; car-dependent.
Lake Wylie FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Lake Wylie, NC?
The median listing price in Lake Wylie is $599,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Lake Wylie, NC?
About 20 miles southwest of Uptown via SC-49/SC-274 to I-485 or I-77. Typical drive: 30–45 minutes off-peak; 45–65 minutes at peak. No fixed-route transit; car-dependent.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.