Golf course living meets the Lake Norman lifestyle at 8281 Fairfield Forest Road. Tucked among mature trees, this inviting one-level home offers a wonderfully private feel with the golf course providing a beautiful, open backdrop just beyond the backyard. With Lake Norman nearby, the setting brings together privacy, recreation and an easygoing lake-area lifestyle. Inside, the comfortable floor plan features a spacious family room with fireplace and an easy flow for both everyday living and entertaining. At the heart of the home, the generously sized kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and counter space with plenty of room to gather, cook and entertain. Its open connection to the adjoining living and dining areas keeps everything feeling comfortable and connected, while the generous primary suite provides a welcoming retreat. The septic system is currently permitted for 2 bedrooms, and the home offers an additional flex space with a closet, ideal for an office, hobby room or other flexible use. The septic system includes a 1,000-gallon tank, and the seller is currently seeking County approval for 3-bedroom septic capacity. An enclosed 192-square-foot sunroom provides additional space to relax, unwind and enjoy the peaceful, tree-filled surroundings. With its own wall unit, it's a wonderful extension of the home's living spaces and an ideal spot for morning coffee or an afternoon with a good book. With the golf course just beyond the backyard and Lake Norman nearby, this is a home where privacy, comfort and an easygoing lake lifestyle come together beautifully.
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Price cut: $11K (10/9)
$524,000
8281 Fairfield Forest Rd, Denver, NC 28037
2beds
2,163sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
0.51 Acres Lot
$506,800 Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting one-level homeComfortable floor planGolf course livingLake norman nearbyGenerously sized kitchenTucked among mature trees
- 11 days
- 226
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shannon McCullough shannon@dickensmitchener.com,
Dickens Mitchener & Associates Inc
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4428018
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Flex space
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,163
- Total interior livable area: 2,163 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,163
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 33233
- Zoning: R-20
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: County Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Westport
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
Location
- Region: Denver
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $242/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $468,471
- Annual tax amount: $2,974
- Date on market: 9/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$506,800
$481,000 - $532,000
$2,589/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Price change | $524,000-2.1%$242/sqft |
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| 9/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $535,000+46.6%$247/sqft |
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| 12/3/2021 | Sold | $365,000-6.4%$169/sqft |
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| 10/28/2021 | Pending sale | $389,900$180/sqft |
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| 10/15/2021 | Price change | $389,900-2.1%$180/sqft |
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| 10/1/2021 | Price change | $398,100-0.5%$184/sqft |
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| 9/1/2021 | Price change | $399,900-3.6%$185/sqft |
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| 8/13/2021 | Price change | $414,900-1.2%$192/sqft |
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| 7/30/2021 | Price change | $419,900-2.3%$194/sqft |
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| 7/23/2021 | Price change | $429,900-1.8%$199/sqft |
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| 7/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $437,900+10.9%$202/sqft |
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| 6/28/2021 | Sold | $394,700+75.4%$182/sqft |
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| 12/29/2006 | Sold | $225,000$104/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,974 +1% | $468,471 |
| 2024 | $2,945 | $468,471 |
| 2023 | $2,945 +37.1% | $468,471 +70.7% |
| 2022 | $2,149 +0.9% | $274,444 |
| 2021 | $2,129 +3.4% | $274,444 |
| 2020 | $2,059 +1.9% | $274,444 |
| 2019 | $2,019 +16.4% | $274,444 +19.3% |
| 2018 | $1,735 | $229,977 |
| 2017 | $1,735 +3.4% | $229,977 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $1,679 -3.3% | $222,835 |
| 2015 | $1,737 -4.8% | -- |
| 2014 | $1,825 | $239,335 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $254,374 +23.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $205,752 |
| 2006 | -- | $205,752 |
| 2005 | -- | $205,752 |
| 2004 | -- | $205,752 |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | $183,648 |
| 2001 | -- | $183,648 |
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Neighborhood: 28037
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St. James
- Middle: North Lincoln
- High: North Lincoln
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






