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New Construction Homes in Locust, NC

Locust is located in Stanly County about 30 miles east of Uptown Charlotte via US-601 and NC-24/27. The town offers a small-town atmosphere with proximity to Charlotte metro amenities. New construction activity is anchored by Kolter Homes' massive Cresswind at Rocky River active adult community opening in 2026.

Median Price$375,000
YoY Growth+%
Communities3

Communities in Locust

Cresswind at Rocky River
Coming Soon

Cresswind at Rocky River

Locust, NC

Price Range$350K - $700K
Home SizesN/A
TypesSingle Family
Total Lots1200
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Amber Glen
Active

Amber Glen

Locust, NC

Price Range$470K - $605K
Home Sizes2,574-3,591 sqft
TypesSingle Family
Total Lots184
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Austin Village
Coming Soon

Austin Village

Locust, NC

Price Range$350K - $450K
Home SizesN/A
TypesTownhome
Total Lots
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Builders in Locust

Kolter Homes

$400K - $970K

Southeast builder specializing in 55+ active adult communities with resort-style amenities, homes from the $400s in the Charlotte metro.

55+ Active AdultSingle-familyResort-Style Amenities
3 communitiesView builder

M/I Homes

$336K - $600K

National builder offering townhomes and single-family homes across the Charlotte metro from the mid-$330s to $600K+.

Single-familyTownhomes
10 communitiesView builder

Taylor Morrison

$400K - $835K

National builder with 19 Charlotte-area communities offering single-family homes and townhomes from the $400s to $835K.

Single-familyTownhomesLakefront Living
8 communitiesView builder

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Locust NC?

Locust is a small town in Stanly County about 30 miles east of Uptown Charlotte, accessible via US-601 and NC-24/27.

What new construction is available in Locust?

The major new construction project in Locust is Cresswind at Rocky River, a 1,200-home 55+ community by Kolter Homes opening in Spring 2026.