Mountain Island Lake
Charlotte, NCWelcome to Mountain Island Lake
Mountain Island Lake is a lake northwest of Charlotte, North Carolina created in 1924 to coincide with the building of Mountain Island Hydroelectric Station. It is named after the mountain which appears as an island in the lake, and the surrounding area is identified by the lake’s name. The shape of the lake follows the meander of the Catawba River’s course, dammed near the Mount Holly Wastewater Plant. Full pond elevation is approximately 647.5 feet (197 m). The lake has around 3,281 acres (13 km2) of surface area and 61 miles (98 km) of shoreline.
Mountain Island Lake is fed by the Catawba River, and is the smallest of the three man-made lakes that border Mecklenburg County, North Carolina (Lake Norman, and Lake Wylie). Mountain Island Lake is managed by Charlotte-based company Duke Energy. The primary function of Mountain Island Lake is to provide drinking water for over 1 million residents of Charlotte and surrounding Mecklenburg County, as well as Mount Holly and Gastonia in Gaston County. The lake is also accessible to the public for boating and fishing use. There are three boating access areas on the lake and a tailrace fishing platform for bank fishing in cooperation with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
Listings
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12023 Overlook Mountain Drive
Subdivision: Overlook
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| Seize the lake life you've been dreaming of in Mountain Island Lake's highly sought-after Overlook community! Now offered at just $700,000, this all-brick home sits on a private 0.52-acre lot with an oversized deck overlooking a spacious backyard retreat — plus a massive unfinished walkout basement just waiting for your vision. This meticulously maintained home offers gorgeous curb appeal and beautiful, mature landscaping throughout the property. With 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a large bonus room, there's plenty of space for everyone, including a bedroom and full bathroom conveniently located on the main level. Inside, hardwood floors flow through the main level, complemented by abundant natural light, neutral paint, and updated lighting and hardware throughout. The living room centers on a gas fireplace with custom built-ins, and the updated kitchen features granite countertops, maple cabinetry, a generous pantry, and modern fixtures. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite is a true retreat, with an updated bath and new frameless glass shower. And then there's the basement: nearly 1,400 sq. ft. of additional walkout space, already equipped with electricity (including 220V) and plumbing for a future bath. This blank canvas is ready to become a home gym, workshop, entertainment space, guest suite, or additional living space, giving you room to grow into this home for years to come. Beyond the house itself is the lifestyle. The Overlook offers a clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, two new pools scheduled for completion by the end of 2026, walking trails, a private resident boat ramp, basketball and volleyball courts, a soccer field, boat/RV storage, two playgrounds, and a gazebo, plus a full calendar of community events. Boat slips are often available for purchase or rent within the neighborhood, making it even easier to enjoy Mountain Island Lake. Minutes from I-485, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, the U.S. National Whitewater Center, and about 15 minutes from Uptown Charlotte, this is an exceptional value in one of Mountain Island Lake's most prestigious neighborhoods. This is an opportunity to enjoy the space, setting, amenities, and lake lifestyle you've been looking for at just $700,000. Lake days await. |
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Data updated October 25, 2026. |
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