Cramer Woods
Established Brick-Home Living On Gastonia's South Side
Cramer Woods is a well-established subdivision on the south side of Gastonia, tucked into the 28056 zip code between South Point Road and the town of Cramerton. Built out mostly between 2000 and the mid-2010s by Castlegate Builders and Castlegate Homes, the neighborhood is known for its brick and craftsman-style homes on generous, tree-covered lots, many backing up to a creek or wooded buffer along streets like Old Town Lane, Weavers Row, and Winder Trail.
It's a quiet, established community rather than a flashy new build, which is part of the appeal. Sidewalks and streetlights line the streets, lots run large by Charlotte-area standards, and the location puts residents minutes from downtown Cramerton's restaurants and the South Fork River greenways, plus an easy run into Belmont and across the river to Charlotte. For buyers who want space, mature trees, and a real neighborhood feel without a stack of new-construction HOA fees, Cramer Woods is a solid, quietly appealing option in Gaston County.
Details on the Area
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Built mostly between 2000 and the mid-2010s by Castlegate Builders and Castlegate Homes, Cramer Woods homes run 2,000 to 4,100 square feet on lots from a third of an acre up to over an acre, well above the norm for newer Gastonia subdivisions.
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Many homes back up to a creek or wooded buffer, giving the neighborhood a private, tree-canopied feel on streets like Old Town Lane, Weavers Row, and Winder Trail.
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The Cramer Woods Homeowners Association, formed in 2000, keeps dues modest (roughly $120 to $215 a year) and focused on sidewalks, streetlights, and community events rather than resort-style amenities.
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Downtown Cramerton and Goat Island Park, a 30-acre riverside park with disc golf, fishing, and walking trails on the South Fork River, sit just a short drive away.
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Belmont's restaurant-and-shop-lined Main Street and the 380-acre Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden are both about 4 miles from the neighborhood.
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Charlotte Douglas International Airport is about 8 miles away and uptown Charlotte roughly 14 miles, making Cramer Woods a practical option for commuters who want more space for the money.
HOMES FOR SALE IN CRAMER WOODS
Cramer Woods homes don't sit long once they hit the market, and lot sizes here run bigger than most newer Gastonia subdivisions. Here's the latest snapshot.
The Housing Market
Median sale price
$540,000
Past 12 months, single-family
Homes sold
14
Past 12 months
Median price per sq ft
$229
Past 12 months
Active listings
7
As of July 2026
Price range
$489,500–$749,990
Past 12 months, closed sales
Typical lot size
0.34–1.41 acres
Median of about 0.42 acres
Cramer Woods subdivision (28056 zip code), Gastonia NC, single-family homes, Canopy MLS via Terra Vista Realty, data as of July 2026. Figures move with the market; verify current values.
Schools In Cramer Woods
Gaston County Schools, not Charlotte-Mecklenburg, runs the show here. Here are the schools most commonly zoned for Cramer Woods, factual and sourced, plus what to check before you buy.
New Hope Elementary
Cramerton Middle
South Point High
Cramer Woods is in Gaston County Schools, not CMS. These three schools are the most commonly cited zoned schools for the neighborhood, but Gaston County's attendance lines can shift. Confirm assignment for your exact address through Gaston County Schools directly (gaston.k12.nc.us, or the district's enrollment dashboard at gastonncc.scriborder.com) before you buy.
HOA & Community Amenities
Cramer Woods is governed by the Cramer Woods Homeowners Association, Inc., a nonprofit formed in 2000 and managed through Community Association Management of North Carolina. Dues are modest for the area, published listing data shows individual homes carrying HOA fees anywhere from roughly $120 to $215 a year depending on section and lot, and the community amenities are simple: sidewalks and streetlights throughout, plus an active board that organizes neighborhood yard sales, movie nights, and holiday events.
There's no clubhouse or pool tied to the HOA, this is a covenant-and-upkeep association rather than an amenity-heavy one, which helps keep costs low. Because fees and specific covenants can vary by section of the neighborhood, confirm the current dues and any rules for a specific address before making decisions.
Location & Lifestyle
Cramer Woods sits in the 28056 zip code on Gastonia's south side, generally between South Point Road and the town of Cramerton, close to the South Fork Catawba River. It's a short drive to downtown Cramerton's restaurants and Goat Island Park, a 30-acre riverside park with an 18-hole disc golf course, fishing pier, playgrounds, and a paved walking trail along the South Fork River.
Belmont's walkable Main Street, with close to 20 locally owned restaurants, cafes, and shops packed into under a square mile, is about 4 miles away, and the 380-acre Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is roughly the same distance. Everyday errands are covered by a Publix at Hoffman Village and a Harris Teeter a few miles out, CaroMont Regional Medical Center is about 5 miles away, and it's roughly 8 miles to Charlotte Douglas International Airport and about 14 miles into uptown Charlotte.
Places to explore in Cramer Woods
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cramer Woods is on the south side of Gastonia, NC, in the 28056 zip code, generally between South Point Road and the town of Cramerton, close to the South Fork Catawba River.
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Cramer Woods is an established subdivision built mostly between 2000 and the mid-2010s, known for brick and craftsman-style homes on larger-than-average lots with mature trees, many backing to a creek or wooded buffer. It offers a settled, sidewalk-lined neighborhood feel close to downtown Cramerton and Belmont.
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Cramer Woods is in Gaston County Schools, not Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. The schools most commonly cited for the neighborhood are New Hope Elementary, Cramerton Middle, and South Point High. Because Gaston County attendance lines can shift, verify assignment for your exact address through Gaston County Schools directly before you buy.
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Over the past 12 months, 14 single-family homes sold in Cramer Woods at a median price of $540,000 and a median of $229 per square foot, with closed prices ranging from about $489,500 to $749,990. As of July 2026 there were 7 homes actively for sale. Verify current values, since the market moves.
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Yes. The Cramer Woods Homeowners Association, Inc. was formed in 2000 and is managed through Community Association Management of North Carolina. Dues are modest, roughly $120 to $215 a year depending on the section, and cover sidewalks, streetlights, and community events rather than a clubhouse or pool. Confirm current dues for a specific address before making decisions.
