February 19, 2026
What if you could enjoy estate-style living, real privacy, and a manageable drive to Charlotte’s top employment hubs? If you are an executive relocating for a new role, that balance matters. You want space and calm at home without adding hours to your week in the car. In this guide, you will learn why Marvin fits that brief, how to time your purchase to a job start, what taxes and HOAs mean for daily life, and where to find short-term housing if you need it. Let’s dive in.
Marvin is a small, high-income village in Union County that preserves a low-density, open-space character. You will find large single-family homes, custom builds, and sizable lots, including some equestrian parcels. The village’s planning priorities emphasize buffers and open land, which appeals if you value privacy and a calmer setting. For a quick snapshot of community context, review the local profile for population and income trends on DataUSA.
Executive-level housing in Marvin spans seven-figure estates and luxury subdivisions. Pricing metrics vary by source and time window, so it is best to cite the provider and date. As of January 2026, Zillow’s ZHVI for Marvin sat near $1.23 million. Redfin reported a lower median sale price around $800,000 in the same month, while DataUSA’s 2023 median property value was about $860,000, and Trulia’s aggregated values were closer to $1.2 million. These differences reflect methodology and small monthly sales counts.
Inventory in Marvin tends to be limited, and many homes sit at higher price points on larger lots. That means fewer turnkey options at any one time and a search that can favor patience and precision. If your employer provides relocation benefits or flexible timing, you can widen your options and negotiate thoughtfully. Align your shortlist with commute goals, HOA or land-use preferences, and any equestrian or accessory-use needs early in the process.
Marvin sits south of Charlotte near Ballantyne and Waxhaw. Typical drives to Uptown often fall in the 25 to 35 minute range under normal traffic, with Uber’s route averages showing about 31 minutes and roughly 18 miles. Ballantyne is commonly 10 to 20 minutes from many Marvin neighborhoods and SouthPark can be reachable in about 20 to 30 minutes depending on route and time of day. Expect longer windows during morning and evening peaks, and plan for I-485 access via local arterials.
If you travel often, Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is typically a 25 to 40 minute drive from Marvin depending on departure time and route. CLT’s role as an American Airlines hub keeps national and international connections efficient. For most corporate travelers in this submarket, CLT will be the primary airport.
Aim to start your search 8 to 12 weeks before your job start. A financed transaction commonly takes about 30 to 45 days to close after offer acceptance, so work backward from your first day.
These are planning rules of thumb. Confirm current local closing speeds with your agent and lender.
Corporate apartments and extended-stay hotels are the most common short-term solutions for executives. They work well if you are enrolling children, starting work immediately, or waiting on the sale of a prior home. Look for serviced options in South Charlotte corridors that offer flexible terms and parking.
Coordinating two transactions takes planning. Consider four common strategies, each with tradeoffs:
Sale contingency on your purchase: Keeps you from carrying two homes, but can weaken your offer in competitive segments.
Post-closing occupancy or rent-back from your buyer: Buys you time to purchase in Marvin, subject to local practices and lender rules.
Bridge loan to buy before you sell: Useful if you need to move quickly, but expect higher costs and more complexity.
Temporary housing, then purchase: Simple for timing, but adds a move and interim rent.
Reference: Bridge loan overview from Rocket Mortgage
County tax rates affect your carrying costs. Union County’s adopted county rate for FY2025–2026 is 43.42 cents per $100 of assessed value. Mecklenburg County’s county rate is 49.27 cents per $100 for the same fiscal year. On a hypothetical $1,200,000 assessed value, the county portion would be about $5,210 in Union County versus about $5,912 in Mecklenburg County. This comparison reflects county rates only and does not include municipal or special district taxes.
Marvin is served by Union County Public Schools. Marvin Elementary has reported an A school performance grade. If you are relocating with children, contact UCPS and the specific schools early to verify zone boundaries, transfer windows, and required documentation.
Many Marvin neighborhoods have HOAs and deed restrictions, and the village emphasizes open-space preservation and low densities in its development approach. If you want an estate property, discuss lot size, buffer and landscape requirements, and permitted accessory uses such as barns with your agent and the HOA before you make an offer. Review recent village meeting records to understand current rules that may affect your plans.
You trade urban immediacy for space in Marvin, yet you remain close to South Charlotte amenities. Many residents access Ballantyne’s retail and services in 10 to 20 minutes depending on neighborhood and traffic. Novant Health and other providers in Ballantyne give you convenient options for routine and urgent care, while Charlotte’s broader cultural and corporate amenities remain within a longer drive.
You deserve a relocation plan that respects your time and maximizes results. With a boutique, concierge approach backed by Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, you get both local precision and broad market reach.
Set a budget that includes movers, storage, and potential overlap in housing costs. Consumer guides place local moves in the hundreds to low thousands, with long-distance and full-service moves commonly several thousand dollars or more. Get multiple quotes and confirm what is covered, including packing, insurance, and delivery windows.
If you want space, privacy, and access to Charlotte’s corporate centers, Marvin deserves a serious look. The key is timing. Line up a targeted search, understand the tax and HOA landscape, and choose a closing path that works with your career move. When you are ready for a tailored plan and a smooth landing in South Charlotte, connect with Sally Awad for white-glove guidance.
Ten years into her real estate career, Sally remains just as committed to her clients as she did when she first earned her license. She thoroughly enjoys partnering with clients to realize their dream of homeownership, genuinely striving to have each and every client feel valued, heard, and understood throughout their home-buying journey.
