Front Yard - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
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Dining Room - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
Kitchen with Sub-Zero Refrigerator - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
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Outdoor living with covered heated patio and outdoor kitchen - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
Pool with Spa - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
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Barn with covered areas on 3 sides. - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
40 x 60 Barn - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
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Tack room, 2 storage rooms and wash area - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
Dry Lot - 5971 Union Road, Gastonia
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$3,800,000

5971 Union Road
Gastonia, NC 28056
Listed by David Stone · StoneWright Realty Inc
Bedrooms
7
Bathrooms
7
Living area
6,257 sqft
Year built
1996

About this home

Exceptional Equestrian Estate on 29+ Acres in Gastonia, North Carolina Discover a rare opportunity to own an extraordinary private estate combining luxury living, exceptional equestrian facilities, and versatile workspace on over 29 acres in Gastonia, North Carolina. Designed for those who appreciate space, privacy, and an active outdoor lifestyle, this remarkable property offers endless possibilities for equestrian pursuits, recreation, hobbies, and entertaining. The impressive 6,200-square-foot residence features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a formal dining room, an open family room, and multiple bonus areas ideal for a home office, fitness room, media room, or additional gathering spaces. The thoughtfully designed living areas provide room to relax, work, and entertain while enjoying the comforts of a spacious country estate. Outdoor living takes center stage with an inviting outdoor kitchen, covered patio with heaters for extended seasonal enjoyment, and a resort-style salt water, pebble tec, heated swimming pool with hot tub. Gather with family and friends around the outdoor fire pit, or simply unwind and take in the peaceful surroundings. A three-car garage adds everyday convenience. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate the property's outstanding horse facilities, including a substantial 40' x 60' barn with six stalls and covered attached paddocks, 7 fenced pastures with permanent “Centaur” fencing and automatic frost-free waterers, a shaded dry lot, private wooded trail and two riding arenas. Additional hay storage is located in a separate structure, providing valuable space for feed and farm supplies. With room to ride, train, and manage horses on your own property, this estate is well suited for a variety of equestrian interests. Beyond the barn, a separate 3,700-square-foot workshop offers exceptional versatility for equipment, projects, business operations, or hobby space. Covered RV parking adds another layer of convenience, while septic availability serving the barn and RV area enhances the property's functionality. A small pond and expansive acreage create a scenic backdrop for outdoor recreation, peaceful evenings, and enjoying the privacy of country living. The property offers convenient access to the amenities in surrounding communities of Gastonia, Belmont, and Cramerton, as well as Lake Wylie and Clover, South Carolina. Enjoy nearby restaurants, shopping, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, the U.S. National Whitewater Center, and numerous other recreational and cultural attractions. For the equestrian community, the property provides access to renowned destinations, including Tryon International Equestrian Center, Southern Pines/Pinehurst, and Aiken, South Carolina. Travel is convenient with proximity to Gastonia Municipal Airport, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, and Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. A truly distinctive offering where luxury, equestrian living, recreation, and versatility come together. Whether envisioned as a private horse farm, an equestrian training property, a country retreat, or a multi-purpose estate, this exceptional Gastonia property delivers the space, facilities, and lifestyle to make your vision a reality.

Highlights

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Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4437677
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
2
On market date
October 26, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
7
Garage spaces
3
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
W A Bess Elementary School
1.05 mi away · Grades -1-5
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
597
Student:teacher ratio
15.7:1
District
Gaston County Schools
Middle
Cramerton Middle
3.93 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.4
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
890
Student:teacher ratio
18.9:1
District
Gaston County Schools
High
Forestview High
0.84 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
1,018
Student:teacher ratio
17.3:1
District
Gaston County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Gastonia'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). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.

20
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.0 / 20 -- Least walkable

Market position

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

On the market 2 days -- 79 fewer days than Gastonia's current average of 81 days.
For reference, the median list price across 735 active listings in Gastonia right now is $299,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$760,000 down
$3,040,000 loan
Principal & interest$19,717
Property tax (est.)$3,167
Home insurance (est.)$150

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