Highgate
A Gated Estate Community on the Union County Line
Highgate is a gated enclave of custom estate homes just over the Union County line in Weddington, NC, set off Rea Road and Providence Road (Hwy 16). Built mostly between the mid-2000s and 2016, its homes lean brick, European, and Mediterranean in style, with grand foyers, coffered ceilings, and three- to four-car garages spread across generous, tree-covered lots.
Inside the manned gates, more than 20 acres of common land wraps a neighborhood pond and a network of walking trails, and residents share a clubhouse, pool, playground, tennis courts, and a dog park. It's a quiet, established pocket of northern Weddington that still puts Ballantyne, Waverly, and Rea Farms within easy reach for shopping and dining, with I-485 close by for the rest of Charlotte.
Details on the Area
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Highgate's entrance along Highgate Drive is staffed with attended gates, giving the community a real sense of arrival and helping keep its interior streets quiet and low-traffic.
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Built mostly between the mid-2000s and 2016, Highgate's brick, European, and Mediterranean-style homes typically run 4,000 to more than 7,000 square feet, with three- and four-car garages, coffered ceilings, and chef's kitchens.
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The HOA maintains more than 20 acres of common open space built around a neighborhood pond, with walking trails threading through mature hardwoods.
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Beyond the gates, residents share a clubhouse and resort-style pool, a playground, tennis courts, and a dog park for everyday recreation.
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Highgate falls inside the Weddington Elementary, Middle, and High School zone, one of Union County's most consistently top-rated school corridors.
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Set just off Rea and Providence Roads, Highgate puts Waverly, Rea Farms, and Ballantyne's shopping and dining within a short drive, with I-485 close by for the rest of Charlotte.
HOMES FOR SALE IN HIGHGATE
Custom estate homes on big wooded lots behind a manned gate don't change hands often, so a single sale can move the numbers here. Here's the latest snapshot.
The Housing Market
Average sale price
$2,210,000
3 closings, Feb.–July 2026
Homes sold
3
Feb.–July 2026, low-turnover subdivision
Average price per sq ft
$355
Feb.–July 2026 closings
Typical price range
$1.48M–$2.8M
Per neighborhood profiles
Active listings
1
As of July 2026
HOA dues
~$875/yr
Common areas, pond, walking trails
Highgate (Weddington, Union County, 28104) single-family homes. Recent sale figures from 3 closings between February and July 2026, Canopy MLS via Ivester Jackson | Christie's International Realty's Highgate market report; price range and HOA dues per Terra Vista Realty and iCharlotteRealEstate neighborhood profiles. This is a small, low-volume luxury subdivision, so a single sale can swing the averages; verify current values.
Schools In Highgate
Highgate sits inside one of Union County's most consistently top-rated school corridors. Here's who your kids would be zoned for, factual and sourced, plus what to verify before you buy.
Weddington Elementary
Weddington Middle
Weddington High
Highgate is a single subdivision entirely inside the Weddington Elementary/Middle/High attendance zone, but Union County Public Schools boundaries can still shift over time. Confirm zoned schools for your exact address through the UCPS assignment lookup (ucpsnc.org) before you buy.
HOA & Community Amenities
Highgate is a single, self-contained HOA community. Annual dues run about $875, covering maintenance of more than 20 acres of common open space built around a neighborhood pond, plus the community's walking trails and manned, attended entrance gates along Highgate Drive.
Beyond the gate, residents share a clubhouse with a resort-style pool, a playground, tennis courts, and a dog park. Confirm current dues, gate access rules, and covenants directly with the HOA or through a subdivision resale disclosure before making decisions.
Location & Lifestyle
Highgate sits at the northern edge of Weddington, NC (28104), just over the Union County line, set off Rea Road and Providence Road (Hwy 16). Waverly and Rea Farms are a few minutes away for grocery, shopping, and restaurants, and Ballantyne's larger retail and dining corridor is roughly 10 to 15 minutes north.
I-485 is a short drive from the neighborhood, putting uptown Charlotte at roughly 25 to 30 minutes and Charlotte Douglas International Airport at about 30 to 35 minutes, traffic depending. Providence Road offers a direct run toward both south Charlotte and downtown Waxhaw.
Places to explore in Highgate
Frequently Asked Questions
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Just over the Union County line in Weddington, NC (28104), set off Rea Road and Providence Road (Hwy 16). It's a short drive to Ballantyne, Waverly, and Rea Farms for shopping and dining, with easy access to I-485.
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A gated enclave of custom estate homes built mostly between the mid-2000s and 2016, with brick, European, and Mediterranean-style architecture on generous, tree-covered lots around a neighborhood pond and walking trails. Homes typically run about 4,000 to more than 7,000 square feet with three- and four-car garages.
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Highgate is zoned for Weddington Elementary, Weddington Middle, and Weddington High, all part of Union County Public Schools. Confirm current assignments for your exact address through the UCPS assignment lookup at ucpsnc.org before you buy, since boundaries can shift over time.
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Highgate is a small, low-volume luxury subdivision; three closings between February and July 2026 averaged about $2.21 million at roughly $355 per square foot. Prices have historically ranged from about $1.48 million to $2.8 million, but verify current values since so few homes trade here in a given year.
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Yes, Highgate has a single HOA with annual dues of about $875, covering more than 20 acres of common open space, a neighborhood pond, and walking trails, along with a manned gated entrance, clubhouse, pool, and playground. Confirm current dues and amenities before making decisions.
