New Homes in Mount Holly, NC

Mount Holly sits on the west bank of the Catawba River in Gaston County, close enough to uptown Charlotte for an easy weekday commute and far enough to keep a genuine small-town feel. The historic downtown has been steadily revitalized, with locally owned restaurants, a growing brewery scene, and riverfront green space drawing families who want character without big-city prices.

New construction homes for sale near Mount Holly, NC put you minutes from Mountain Island Lake and the river greenways while keeping I-85 and the airport within a short drive. Red Cedar Homes builds here with the same modern design and durable construction we bring to every community.

• Catawba River and Mountain Island Lake frontage for paddling, fishing, and boating
• A revitalized historic downtown with local dining and a growing brewery scene
• Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden just south in neighboring Belmont
• The U.S. National Whitewater Center a short drive across the river
• Tuckaseege Park and riverfront greenway access

Mount Holly is served by Gaston County Schools, the district covering the city and surrounding communities. Confirm current attendance zones and individual school details with the district, since boundaries change year to year.

Mount Holly connects to uptown Charlotte by way of I-85 and NC-273, with most of the drive under half an hour outside of peak traffic. Charlotte Douglas International Airport sits just across the river to the southeast.

Outdoor life centers on the water here. Residents launch kayaks and boats on Mountain Island Lake, walk the riverfront greenways, and spend weekends at the U.S. National Whitewater Center minutes away.