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1023 Lightwood Dr, Matthews, NC 28105, USA
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Property Overview
Strong nearby conveniences include a grocery store within about a quarter mile and highly rated middle and high schools within a little over a mile, plus 15 listing photos that provide a clear view of the home and its surroundings. The environment and amenities support pet owners with outdoor spaces, no breed restrictions, a required pet deposit, and multiple nearby pet hospitals. High-speed internet, a quiet setting, and easy access to office supply stores make day-to-day remote work more practical and comfortable.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Images Available
Great for
Work-from-home
Amenities for 1023 Lightwood Dr
Features
| Balcony |
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal |
Community
| Laundry Hookups | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 1023 Lightwood Dr
Apply now or schedule your self-tour today and take the first step toward getting more than just a place to live. Rent with FirstKey Homes for a home that's right for you, plus professional service and maintenance, innovative resident programs, and more… that's the power of purple! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental home in Matthews, NC, might be the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Enjoy outdoor living on the private patio/balcony. See the pictures to learn more. And apply soon – homes can go fast! This home is available to pre-lease! Reserve it by paying a refundable Hold Fee. (Exceptions apply in Colorado.) Find out more about Pre-Leasing at? https www firstkeyhomes com pre-leasing ? This home is currently occupied and coming soon; please respect the current resident's privacy and do not disturb. Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; an $11 monthly utility management fee; other mandatory fees, if applicable, for pool maintenance, pet fees/rent, smart home, internet service, and propane refilling; and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99). HOAs may also charge mandatory application and amenity fees, where applicable, which must be paid directly to the HOA. For a comprehensive overview of all potential fees, please see our Rental Fees page. FirstKey Homes, LLC is an Equal Housing Lessor under the FHA. Applicable local, state and federal laws may apply. Lease terms and conditions apply. This is not an offer to rent-you must submit additional information for review and approval. Listed features may not be accurate; confirm details with a leasing representative.?Certain cities and municipalities - including St. Louis and Chicago - require a home inspection prior to a new resident taking possession of the home. Please note that your move-in date could be adjusted to accommodate inspection requirements. Ask your leasing agent for more details. BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: FirstKey Homes exclusively manages our homes (no third-party management). We do not lease homes through, Facebook Marketplace, or other classified advertising services. All applications and lease signing can only be completed through our online platform. We will never ask for wire transfers, cash apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, or any other transferring method to collect funds. Some photos may feature virtual furniture staging, which is intended to help visualize the space and potential designs. The rental home does not come with any furniture shown in the images and these virtual images do not represent actual furnishings. Listing photos are provided to help you select a home; all photos shown are for representative and illustrative purposes only but may not be exact. Colors and photo size may vary based on different resolutions, hue, brightness, contrast, or other photo variations. Photos on websites may be modified, changed, or amended at any time. For new construction homes, actual homes may vary; photos may be of similar home/floorplan; home may be under construction and photos may not be of actual home; individual homes, amenities, features, and views may differ.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1023 Lightwood Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 28105 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Matthews
3-bedroom apartments at 1023 Lightwood Dr cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Matthews.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Matthews
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,095 |
| June 2024 | $2,193 |
| July 2024 | $2,126 |
| August 2024 | $2,109 |
| September 2024 | $2,152 |
| October 2024 | $2,153 |
| November 2024 | $2,185 |
| December 2024 | $2,121 |
| January 2025 | $2,106 |
| February 2025 | $2,125 |
| March 2025 | $2,232 |
| April 2025 | $2,224 |
| May 2025 | $2,232 |
| June 2025 | $2,208 |
| July 2025 | $2,164 |
| August 2025 | $2,090 |
| September 2025 | $2,057 |
| October 2025 | $2,054 |
| November 2025 | $2,024 |
| December 2025 | $2,093 |
| January 2026 | $2,107 |
| February 2026 | $2,097 |
| March 2026 | $2,160 |
| April 2026 | $2,205 |
| May 2026 | $2,195 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1023 Lightwood Dr
New Southeast Elementary Relief School
11615 idlewild rd
matthews, NC, 28105
K-4Public
Crown Point Elementary School
3335 sam newell rd
matthews, NC, 28105
PK, K-5Public
B
Albemarle Road Elementary School
7800 riding trail rd
charlotte, NC, 28212
K-5Public
C+
Charlotte East Language Academy
6108 wilora lake rd
charlotte, NC, 28212
K-8Public
C
New Rea Farms STEM K-8 School
11532 golf links dr
charlotte, NC, 28277
K-8Public
A-
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Internet available near 1023 Lightwood Dr
Neighborhood
Getting around Matthews near 1023 Lightwood Dr
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1023 Lightwood Dr, Matthews
Groceries
1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
0/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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