Mountain Island Lake

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Welcome to Mountain Island Lake

Mountain Island Lake is a lake northwest of Charlotte, North Carolina created in 1924 to coincide with the building of Mountain Island Hydroelectric Station. It is named after the mountain which appears as an island in the lake, and the surrounding area is identified by the lake’s name. The shape of the lake follows the meander of the Catawba River’s course, dammed near the Mount Holly Wastewater Plant. Full pond elevation is approximately 647.5 feet (197 m). The lake has around 3,281 acres (13 km2) of surface area and 61 miles (98 km) of shoreline.

Mountain Island Lake is fed by the Catawba River, and is the smallest of the three man-made lakes that border Mecklenburg County, North Carolina (Lake Norman, and Lake Wylie). Mountain Island Lake is managed by Charlotte-based company Duke Energy. The primary function of Mountain Island Lake is to provide drinking water for over 1 million residents of Charlotte and surrounding Mecklenburg County, as well as Mount Holly and Gastonia in Gaston County. The lake is also accessible to the public for boating and fishing use. There are three boating access areas on the lake and a tailrace fishing platform for bank fishing in cooperation with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

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12430 Overlook Mountain Drive

$785,000 Coming Soon

Subdivision: Overlook

Experience exceptional lake living in this gorgeous, all-brick home complete with a DEEDED BOAT SLIP and nestled in the highly sought-after, amenity-rich Overlook neighborhood on Mountain Island Lake. This beautifully maintained home features a fully fenced backyard with mature landscaping, perfect for outdoor enjoyment and privacy. Inside, youâ€™ll find refinished hardwoods, fresh paint, and neutral dÃ©cor throughout, complemented by new carpet in key areas. The upgraded kitchen impresses with new countertops, stylish backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. With both a bonus room and a media room, this home offers incredible flexibilityâ€”easily functioning as a 5-bedroom property. The oversized primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a frameless shower and generous closet space. A double staircase adds architectural elegance, while recent major updatesâ€”including a new roof in 2021 and new water heater in 2024â€”provide peace of mind. Ideally located just 12 miles from Uptown, 10 minutes to the airport, and offering convenient access to I-485 and Highway 16, this home delivers the perfect balance of luxury, comfort, and convenience.

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Basic Information

MLS#:	4319975
Price:	$785,000
Square Footage:	3530
Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.1
Acreage:	0.6
Year Built:	1998
Type:	Single Family Residence
Listing courtesy of:	Helen Adams Realty - Heather@helenadamsrealty.com

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