The bones were good. The owners made them better. A look at the mechanical systems, smart home features, and owner upgrades that make 912 Manorwood Drive a home you can move into without a list.
By Melissa Trinkl, REALTOR® | Broker, Realty ONE Group Revolution
Now on the market at $989,900. Tour the home and schedule a private showing at 912manorwood.com.
October 15 Update: The asking price was reduced from $1,015,000 to $989,900 on October 15, 2026.
October 15 Update: An open house has been scheduled for Saturday, October 17 from 1 to 3 PM at 912 Manorwood Drive, Waxhaw NC 28173. This was not yet announced when this post was written.
There is a version of "move-in ready" that means the sellers cleaned the carpets and touched up the paint. And then there is a home where the owners genuinely invested in the systems and upgrades that matter — the ones that protect the home, reduce your maintenance burden, and make daily life noticeably better. 912 Manorwood Drive is the second kind.
Built in 2018, the home was well-constructed from the start. What the current owners added over the years is a layer of thoughtful improvements that a buyer inherits on day one.
The home is served by a dual-zone HVAC system, which means the main level and the upper level are controlled independently. This is standard in well-built homes of this size, and it matters more than most buyers realize until they have lived without it. The ability to keep the upstairs cooler at night without overcooling the main level — or to run the downstairs zone during the day without conditioning empty bedrooms — translates directly to comfort and efficiency.
Both units have been maintained on a regular service schedule. Buyers should request service records during due diligence, as is standard practice.
The home is wired for modern living. The three-car garage includes a dedicated circuit suitable for EV charging, which is increasingly a baseline expectation for buyers in this price range. The garage floors are finished with epoxy coating, and the space is clean and functional in a way that reflects how the rest of the home has been maintained.
Interior lighting throughout the home has been updated with LED fixtures. The kitchen features under-cabinet lighting that adds both function and atmosphere. The formal dining room chandelier is a statement piece — a gold linear fixture that works with the sage green walls and crown molding in a way that feels intentional rather than decorative.
The saltwater pool and spa are served by a dedicated pool equipment system. Saltwater pools require less chemical management than traditional chlorine pools, and the ongoing maintenance costs tend to be lower once the system is properly balanced. The pool is heated, which extends the usable season well into fall and allows for earlier spring openings than an unheated pool would permit.
The home's main plumbing is in good condition for a 2018 build. The laundry room is conveniently located on the upper level, adjacent to the bedrooms, which is a practical detail that buyers who have lived with a first-floor laundry room tend to appreciate immediately.
912 Manorwood includes a smart thermostat system that integrates with the dual-zone HVAC, allowing remote control and scheduling from a phone. The home is also equipped with a security system with exterior cameras, providing coverage of the driveway, garage, and backyard areas.
The front yard irrigation system is on a programmable timer and covers the full front lawn. This is the kind of feature that disappears into the background when it is working well — which is exactly the point.
Every interior window in the home is dressed with custom plantation shutters. This is not a small investment. Plantation shutters are a permanent upgrade that adds privacy, light control, and a finished look that blinds and curtains cannot replicate. They also hold up over time in a way that fabric window treatments do not, which matters in a home with this much natural light.
The three-car garage deserves its own mention. Epoxy floors, clean walls, and enough space to actually use all three bays. For buyers who have spent time in garages that became storage overflow areas, this one is a reminder of what the space is supposed to be.
A home built in 2018 with a maintained mechanical record and a list of owner upgrades is a different purchase than a home where you are inheriting deferred maintenance and an unknown service history. The systems at 912 Manorwood are in good shape, the upgrades are real, and the home is genuinely ready to move into.
For buyers coming from out of state who cannot be here for every inspection and walkthrough, that matters even more. You want to know that the home you are buying remotely is the home that shows up on closing day.
For full details, photos, and the video tour, visit 912manorwood.com. To schedule a private showing, reach out directly.
Melissa Trinkl, REALTOR® | Broker Realty ONE Group Revolution 8035 Providence Rd, Ste 350, Charlotte, NC 28277 Licensed in NC · SC · AZ | Institute for Luxury Home Marketing Member | LHC · PSA · AHWD · C2EX · e-PRO
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