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New Construction Guide · Midland · Cabarrus County

New Construction Homes in Carolina Ridge, Midland NC

A 670-acre, 1,110-home master-planned community about 25 miles east of Charlotte — a Del Webb 55+ section from $415,990 and a Pulte family section from $494,990.

Photo: Gus Jewell, CC BY-SA 4.0

Meet Carolina Ridge

A master-planned community in Midland

Size
About 670 acres
Homes planned
About 1,110 homes
Location
Midland, Cabarrus County
Distance
About 25 miles east of Charlotte
Sections
Del Webb 55+ (497 homes) and The Retreat family section (613 homesites)
Entrance to an underground mine at Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site near Midland, NC
Photo: Gus Jewell, CC BY-SA 4.0

Carolina Ridge is a master-planned community of about 670 acres and 1,110 homes in Midland, Cabarrus County, about 25 miles east of Charlotte. PulteGroup broke ground in May 2026. Homes are under construction now, and the first quick move-ins are scheduled for early 2027.

Sources: Charlotte Observer; builder websites.

Master Plan

Planned — under construction

Acres
670
Homes
1,110
Sections
2 (55+ and family)
55+ HOA
$362/month per current MLS listings, covering lawn care, TV and internet

Open now

Amenities are planned by the builder; ask Steve for current timing.

Coming

Planned — under construction.

  • Del Webb (55+): 12,000 sq ft clubhouse with a fitness center and movement studio
  • Del Webb (55+): Resort-style pool
  • Del Webb (55+): Pickleball and bocce courts
  • Del Webb (55+): Putting green
  • Del Webb (55+): Outdoor amphitheater
  • Del Webb (55+): Lifestyle director
  • The Retreat (family): About 4 acres of amenities — clubhouse, resort-style pool, splash pad, playground with a zip line, pickleball, multipurpose court
  • Both sections: Dog park and walking trails

New homes · Builder communities

New construction in Carolina Ridge

Confirmed on the builders' own websites in October 2026. Availability and pricing change fast — ask Steve for current incentives before you visit.

Del Webb

Scenic Series

Single-story · 1,345–1,581+ sq ft, 2–3 bedrooms

From $415,990

as listed by the builder on October 22, 2026 — confirm current pricing with Steve.

Contour, Compass and Hallmark plans.

or browse new construction

Del Webb

Distinctive Series

Single-story · 1,809–1,987+ sq ft

From $529,990

as listed by the builder on October 22, 2026 — confirm current pricing with Steve.

Mystique, Palmary, Mainstay and Prestige plans.

or browse new construction

Del Webb

Echelon Series

Single-story · 2,174–2,712+ sq ft

From $620,990

as listed by the builder on October 22, 2026 — confirm current pricing with Steve.

The largest plans, some with 3-car garages.

or browse new construction

Pulte Homes

Meadow Collection

Single-family · 1,876+ sq ft

From $494,990

as listed by the builder on October 22, 2026 — confirm current pricing with Steve.

Quick move-ins listed from $543,970 for January 2027.

or browse new construction

Pulte Homes

Reserve Collection

Single-family · 2,208+ sq ft

From $569,990

as listed by the builder on October 22, 2026 — confirm current pricing with Steve.

Move-up plans with flexible space.

or browse new construction

Pulte Homes

Manor Collection

Single-family · 3,487–4,203 sq ft

From $778,990

as listed by the builder on October 22, 2026 — confirm current pricing with Steve.

The largest plans.

or browse new construction

Various builders

Custom new builds nearby

Steve tracks new construction across Cabarrus County that never appears as a 'community.'

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Want help comparing Carolina Ridge plans?

Around your new neighborhood

Nearby dining & shopping

D'Anna's Kitchen

Breakfast and lunch favorite on US-601 in Midland.

Mi Casa Family Restaurant

Family Mexican in Midland.

Sundae Shop

Old-school burgers and ice cream.

Captain Steve's Family Seafood

Harrisburg seafood institution.

MexiTime Mexican Grill

In School House Commons.

Publix at Harris Square

Groceries in Harrisburg.

Lowes Foods

Groceries at School House Commons.

Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site

Site of the first documented gold find in the U.S.

Hours change — check Google Maps before you go.

Find your bearings

Map of Carolina Ridge

Verify before you buy

Cabarrus County Schools

Assignments verified on the district's Find My School map for 2026–27. For homes on Pit Mine Way, Mining Camp Rd, Ore Valley Rd, Prospectors Way and Coal Mine Ct:

  • Bethel Elementary
  • Hickory Ridge Middle
  • Hickory Ridge High

Expert guidance

Buying new construction in Carolina Ridge?

Steve Dalia works with new construction buyers across Cabarrus County, including 55+ buyers.

Steve Dalia

Broker/Owner, Inbound Carolina

(954) 415-4515

smdalia@inboundcarolina.com

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Attribution & sources

Photo credits

  • Entrance to an underground mine at the Reed Gold Mine — Gus Jewell — CC BY-SA 4.0 · Source

All images via Wikimedia Commons.

Sources: Charlotte Observer; Cabarrus County Schools; builder websites (Del Webb, Pulte Homes); Canopy MLS listings. Information gathered October 2026; verify details before relying on them.