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.
Locust, NC
Southeast builder specializing in 55+ active adult communities with resort-style amenities, homes from the $400s in the Charlotte metro.
Locust is a small town in Stanly County about 30 miles east of Uptown Charlotte, accessible via US-601 and NC-24/27.
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.