A charming cottage retreat on Lake Norman - 8627 Dog Leg Road, Sherrills Ford
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$290,000

8627 Dog Leg Road
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Listed by Ciara Correa · The Agency - Charlotte
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,040 sqft
Year built
1998

About this home

**Charming Lake-Area Retreat in a Highly Desirable Location!** Discover the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and peaceful living in this delightful two-story, 2-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled on nearly half an acre in Sherrills Ford. Featuring an inviting open-concept layout, a spacious vaulted great room, and beautiful hardwood floors, this home offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a wonderful sense of space. Enjoy the privacy and tranquility of the fenced-in yard, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings. With its charming character, spacious outdoor setting, and close proximity to the lake, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in a sought-after location. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or a peaceful place to call home, this charming property is full of possibilities!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4434134
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Sherwood Shores
Status
Active
Days on market
N/A
On market date
October 31, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Catawba Elementary School
7.27 mi away · Grades -1-6
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
406
Student:teacher ratio
12.3:1
District
Catawba County Schools
Middle
Mill Creek Middle
6.95 mi away · Grades 7-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
420
Student:teacher ratio
16.8:1
District
Catawba County Schools
High
Bandys High
6.76 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
791
Student:teacher ratio
18.0:1
District
Catawba County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Sherrills Ford's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

13
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.3 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Sherrills Ford, from live MLS data.

On the market 0 days -- 107 fewer days than Sherrills Ford's current average of 107 days.
For reference, the median list price across 175 active listings in Sherrills Ford right now is $424,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$58,000 down
$232,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,505
Property tax (est.)$242
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 13 hr ago.

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