The Community
A small Davidson waterfront cluster with deep-water frontage and quiet streets.
History
Davidson Bay is one of Davidson's few true lakefront pockets — a small cluster of waterfront homesites platted in the early 2000s on a deep-water shoreline at the western edge of town. The community was deliberately small: fewer than fifteen waterfront homes, organized along a single quiet street with no through-traffic.
Lifestyle
Life at Davidson Bay is uniquely Davidson — short ride to Main Street for coffee, an afternoon on the pontoon, dinner at a lake restaurant, and evenings on the back porch with the western sunset over the main channel.
Architecture
Custom traditional and transitional waterfront homes, 4,000–7,500 sq ft on quarter- to half-acre lots. Common features: brick or hardie-plank exteriors, deep covered porches, walk-out basements, screened lakeside living areas, and private docks with lifts.
Amenities
- ◆Private docks with lifts on every waterfront lot
- ◆Deep-water frontage with main-channel views
- ◆Quiet cul-de-sac street with no through-traffic
- ◆Short ride to downtown Davidson and the greenway
- ◆Shared shoreline maintenance and architectural review
HOA & Membership
HOA dues approximately $1,400 annually, covering common shoreline, road maintenance, and architectural review.
Average Home Value
Median home value approximately $2.2M; premium deep-water estates regularly transact between $2.6M and $3M.
Commute
30 minutes to Uptown Charlotte via I-77 South · 38 minutes to Charlotte-Douglas International (CLT) · 5 minutes to downtown Davidson · 14 minutes to Birkdale Village.
Schools
- ◆Davidson Elementary
- ◆Bailey Middle
- ◆William Amos Hough High
- ◆Davidson Day School (private)
- ◆Woodlawn School (private, K–12)
Dining Within Reach
- ◆Kindred (Davidson)
- ◆North Harbor Club
- ◆Famous Toastery
- ◆Restaurant X (Davidson)
- ◆Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse
Resident Voice
Residents describe Davidson Bay as 'the rare Davidson waterfront' — a true lakefront community within the Davidson town limits, with everything Davidson is loved for just five minutes away.
The Case For
- +True deep-water waterfront within Davidson
- +Private docks with lifts on every lot
- +Short ride to downtown Davidson and the greenway
- +Quiet cul-de-sac with no through-traffic
Worth Noting
- –No clubhouse, pool, or tennis amenities
- –Small community with limited inventory
- –Premium pricing for Davidson waterfront
Hidden Gems
- ◆The western shoreline at sunset, with a clear view of the main channel
- ◆The unofficial Davidson Bay Fourth of July dock parade
- ◆The shortcut to the greenway through the neighborhood's back lot
FAQ
Frequently asked.
Is Davidson Bay gated?+
No. Davidson Bay is a small private waterfront enclave with an active HOA but no manned gate.
Are docks included?+
Yes. Every waterfront lot conveys with a private dock with lift.
What is the average home price?+
Waterfront homes typically trade between $1.4M and $3M, with premium deep-water estates on the upper end.
On the Ground
Custom builds and renovations in this community frequently involve Peters Custom Homes, with interior architecture by Emerald & Oak Design.
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