New Price and GREAT VALUE! A Rare Half-Acre Escape in Mallard Trace – Move-In Ready with Chef’s Kitchen and Soaring 2-Story Great Room. From the moment you turn onto the tree-lined drive of this pristine neighborhood, you’ll know you’ve arrived at a true sanctuary. This well maintained home blends grand proportions with peace of mind. Interior Highlights: Grand Entrance: A soaring 2-story foyer welcomes you into an open, light-filled floor plan designed for effortless flow. The Heart of the Home: A majestic 2-story great room, anchored by a cozy gas fireplace, serves as the perfect centerpiece for daily living. Chef’s Kitchen: Featuring elegant granite countertops, sleek stainless appliances, and premium 42″ cabinetry providing storage galore. Flexible Living: The second floor features a spacious loft—perfect for a home office, media room, or play area—plus additional attic storage for all your seasonal needs. Situated on a rare, oversized 0.5-acre private lot, the backyard is a true escape. Whether you’re hosting a summer cookout on the expansive back deck or enjoying the security of the fenced yard, the mature trees provide a level of privacy that’s hard to find in the city. Complete with a 2-car rear-load garage for a clean, high-end curb appeal. This home is move-in ready and designed for its next owner to enjoy a retreat-like lifestyle without leaving Charlotte! Don’t miss the coffee bar, designer tile or Samsung Bespoke fridge. UNCC adjacent. Greenway accessible. Smart appliances included. University Faculty? Outdoorsy? THIS is the home for you! Convenience and lifestyle just got married with your new home here.