The Courtyards on Lawyers Road

The Courtyards on Lawyers Road is an intimate, age-restricted 55+ active adult community in Stallings, North Carolina, tucked into Union County just east of Charlotte at the crossroads of Lawyers Road and Allen Black Road. Built by Epcon Communities between 2019 and 2023, the community consists of 146 luxury single-story ranch homes designed around Epcon's signature feature — a private central courtyard that serves as an outdoor extension of the home, enjoyed from nearly every light-filled room. Homes range from roughly 1,418 to 2,936 square feet with 2 to 3 bedrooms, 2 to 3 bathrooms, and attached two-car garages. Floor plans lean heavily one-story with some 1.5-story options offering bonus rooms upstairs. Exteriors combine fiber-cement siding with brick or stone accents for a clean, timeless look, and interiors typically feature 9-foot ceilings, LVP flooring, quartz or granite countertops, gas fireplaces, tray ceilings, zero-entry showers, and gourmet kitchens with large islands. Each courtyard is individually landscaped — many residents customize theirs with patios, pavers, river rock, gardens, and pet-turf — creating a private outdoor sanctuary without the upkeep of a traditional yard. The community is built around a central pond with a walking loop, sidewalks throughout, and a modest but well-sized amenity core. The grand clubhouse houses a fitness center, multipurpose and gathering rooms, and a game/card room. Outside, residents gather at the saltwater outdoor pool and patio, pickleball courts, bocce ball courts, and park areas. The lifestyle is genuinely lock-and-leave — the HOA handles lawn maintenance, irrigation, and common grounds, so residents can travel or downsize without the burden of exterior upkeep. Location is a major draw. Downtown Charlotte is about 18 miles away and Charlotte Douglas International Airport is roughly a 30-minute drive. Downtown Matthews sits less than 10 minutes out, with easy access to I-485 and US-74 for regional travel. Everyday errands are simple with Publix, Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Aldi, and CVS all nearby, and dining options like Char Bar No. 7, New Zealand Cafe, and The Southern Gourmet within a short drive. Healthcare is well covered by Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, Atrium Health facilities, and Carolinas Medical Center-Mercy. Golfers have Emerald Lake Golf Club, Charlotte National Golf Club, and Pine Lake Country Club all within about ten minutes. The community is essentially sold out, with occasional resales coming to market.