1023 Lightwood Dr, Matthews, NC 28105
What This House Offers
Apply now or schedule your self-tour today and take the first step toward getting more than just a place to live. Rent with FirstKey Homes for a... home?that's?right for you, plus professional service and maintenance, innovative resident programs, and more… that's the power of purple!
This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental home in Matthews, NC, has a lot to offer; does it check all your boxes? Experience peace and quiet on the private patio/balcony. See the pictures to learn more. And apply soon – homes can go fast!
This home is available to pre-lease! Reserve it by paying a refundable Hold Fee. (Exceptions apply in Colorado.) Find out more about Pre-Leasing at? . ? This home is currently occupied and coming soon; please respect the current resident's privacy and do not disturb.
Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; an $11 monthly utility management fee; other mandatory fees, if applicable, for pool maintenance, pet fees/rent, smart home, internet service, and propane refilling; and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99). HOAs may also charge mandatory application and amenity fees, where applicable, which must be paid directly to the HOA. For a comprehensive overview of all potential fees, please see our?Rental Fees page.
FirstKey?Homes, LLC is an Equal Housing Lessor under the FHA. Applicable local,?state?and federal laws may apply.?Lease?terms and conditions apply. This is not an offer to rent-you must?submit?additional?information for review and approval. Listed features may not be?accurate; confirm details with a leasing representative.?
Certain cities and municipalities - including St. Louis and Chicago - require a home inspection prior to a new resident taking possession of the home. Please note that your move-in date could be adjusted to accommodate inspection requirements. Ask your leasing agent for more details.
BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: FirstKey Homes exclusively manages our homes (no third-party management). We do not lease homes through Craigslist,?Facebook Marketplace,?or other classified advertising services. All applications and lease?signing?can only be completed through?our online platform. We will never ask for wire transfers, cash apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash?App,?PayPal, or any other transferring method to collect funds.
Some photos may feature virtual furniture staging, which is intended to help visualize the space and potential designs. The rental home does not come with any furniture shown in the?images?and these virtual images do not?represent?actual furnishings. Listing photos are provided to help you select a home; all photos shown are for representative and illustrative purposes only but may not be exact. Colors and photo size may vary based on different resolutions, hue, brightness, contrast, or other photo variations. Photos on websites may be modified, changed, or amended at any time. For new construction homes, actual homes may vary;?photos may be of similar home/floorplan;?home may be under?construction?and photos may not be of actual home;?individual homes, amenities, features, and views may differ.
Unit
- $2,515 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1529 sq. ft.
- Available Jun 22
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Disposal
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
1023 Lightwood Dr is a single-family home for rent in Matthews, NC
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
- Trash Fee$0 / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
- Application Fee$55
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit$3,143
- Admin Fee$75
Dogs
- Pet Rent$30 / mo
- Pet Fee$300
Cats
- Pet Rent$30 / mo
- Pet Fee$300
Personalized Add-Ons
- Prelease Hold Fee$500
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Matthews, NC 28105

Area Scores
Walkability
Somewhat walkable30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable40 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Crown Point Elementary
Grades PK-5
Public
Mint Hill Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Matthews Charter Academy
Grades K-8
Public
Shands School
Grades K-8
Private
David W Butler High
Grades 9-12
Public
Covenant Day School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Central Piedmont C.C., Levine
Drive: 10 min (4.3 mi)
South Piedmont
Drive: 18 min (9.9 mi)
Central Piedmont C.C., Cato
Drive: 22 min (11.4 mi)
Queens University of Charlotte
Drive: 23 min (14.3 mi)
Discover Outer East Charlotte, Matthews, NC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1023 Lightwood Dr proximity to Matthews Corners, Sycamore Commons, and Matthews Festival Shopping Center. Matthews Corners is 1.6 miles away, and Sycamore Commons is within a 31 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1023 Lightwood Dr are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 4.6 miles, including Blair Mills Park and Stallings Municipal Park.
Airports
Living in Outer East Charlotte provides easy access to Charlotte/Douglas International, located just 34 minutes from 1023 Lightwood Dr. Another nearby airport is Concord-Padgett Regional, located 23.3 miles away.
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