Kingsmead is a small enclave of about 50 homes tucked between Hunter Oaks and Providence Downs. It's in unincorporated Union County with Waxhaw 28173 addresses, and county records list it as a later phase of Hunter Oaks.
Homes and lots
Kingsmead went up quickly: most homes were built between 2004 and 2009, with a few added since. Lots are a little larger than in most of Hunter Oaks, mostly between about 0.37 and 0.45 acre, and many homes sit on cul-de-sacs.
Build years, lot sizes and home counts from Union County property records (via NC OneMap), October 2026.
Streets
Clerkenwell Drive is the main street, with about 30 homes, followed by Mapesbury Lane and Kingsmead Lane. The street names come from neighborhoods in London.
Part of Hunter Oaks
Because Kingsmead is recorded as a phase of Hunter Oaks, its Census figures are shared with Hunter Oaks. See the Living in Hunter Oaks guide for the bigger picture.
Amenities
- Clubhouse. A neighborhood clubhouse for gatherings and meetings.
- Pool & Tennis. A community pool and tennis courts for residents.
- Trails & Green Space. Walking trails and green space between the cul-de-sacs.
Schools
Listings show Kingsmead assigned to Rea View Elementary, Marvin Ridge Middle and Marvin Ridge High, part of Union County Public Schools. Assignments can change and depend on your address, so confirm with Union County Public Schools.
Everyday errands
Straight-line distances from the middle of the neighborhood; driving distances are a little longer.
- Groceries: Publix at Marvin Gardens, about 1.6 miles
- Hospital: Atrium Health Waxhaw, about 3.3 miles
- Urgent care: Novant Health Urgent Care, Waverly, about 3.2 miles
- Park: Marvin Efird Park, about 1.1 miles
- Library: Southwest Regional Library, about 3.8 miles
See every option in Nearby essentials and Places to eat in Marvin and Waxhaw.
Who lives here
In the Census area that includes Kingsmead, about 99% of homes are owner-occupied, households average 3.3 people, and 29% of residents are under 18. The median age is 45.4. See Kingsmead by the numbers.
Nearby neighborhoods
Providence Downs, Hunter Oaks, Marvin Commons, Canterfield Creek. See them all on the neighborhoods map.
Taking care of a Kingsmead home
At about 17 to 22 years old, Kingsmead homes are at the age when original HVAC systems and water heaters are due, and roofs should be inspected. Start with the home-care guides by home age.
Join your neighbors
Founding members can book 45-minute meetings with vetted local vendors and get paid $200 to $300 per meeting, with no obligation to buy. When several neighbors need the same job, we negotiate one group rate.