The Community
Sidewalks, pool, tennis, and an active homeowner culture.
History
MacAulay is an established Huntersville swim-tennis neighborhood built out across the late 1990s and early 2000s, anchored by a pool, tennis courts, and a deeply rooted homeowner culture.
Lifestyle
Summers revolve around the pool and tennis courts. Kids bike to swim team practice, parents trade hits on the courts, and the neighborhood book club and supper clubs anchor the off-season.
Architecture
Traditional brick and hardie homes, 2,500–4,500 sq ft on quarter- to half-acre lots. Common features: side-load garages, full basements on the rolling lots, and screened porches. Home style notes: Traditional.
Amenities
- ◆Community swimming pool
- ◆Tennis and pickleball courts
- ◆Sidewalks and walking paths
- ◆Active swim team and social calendar
HOA & Membership
HOA dues approximately $900 annually, covering pool, tennis, and common areas.
Average Home Value
Median home value approximately $725K; updated and larger homes trade above $900K.
Commute
22 minutes to Uptown Charlotte via I-77 · 20 minutes to Charlotte-Douglas (CLT) · 8 minutes to Birkdale Village.
Schools
- ◆Huntersville Elementary
- ◆Bailey Middle
- ◆William Amos Hough High
Dining Within Reach
- ◆North Harbor Club
- ◆Galway Hooker (Cornelius)
- ◆Port City Club (Cornelius)
- ◆Eddie's on Lake Norman
- ◆Kindred (Davidson)
Resident Voice
Residents describe MacAulay as 'the classic Huntersville family neighborhood' — pool deck on Memorial Day, swim team in July, supper club in November.
The Case For
- +Strong amenity package — pool, tennis, pickleball
- +Deeply rooted family culture
- +Sidewalks and walkable streets
- +Good school assignment
Worth Noting
- –Not gated — open public streets
- –Limited new-construction inventory
Hidden Gems
- ◆The pool deck on the first warm Saturday
- ◆The unofficial swim team pancake breakfast
- ◆The Halloween parade down the main street
FAQ
Frequently asked.
Is the community gated?+
No. The community is open with HOA-managed amenities.
Is there a swim team?+
Yes — an active summer swim team that's a major part of the culture.
What is the average sale price?+
Homes trade between $525K and $1.1M, with renovated and larger floorplans at 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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