44333 Stony Gap Road, Albemarle, NC

The strategic significance of Stanly County is crystallized in this 125-acre contiguous tract, a rarity for the Charlotte periphery that prioritizes scale and utility. Defined by a half-mile of frontage along Stony Gap Road and the presence of public water, the property serves as a blank canvas within a critical regional growth corridor. The current zoning framework, which allows for minimum three-quarter-acre lots, presents a compelling baseline for a master-planned residential community or a sophisticated mixed-use campus. For the institutional investor or developer, the value here lies in the submarket’s rapid transition toward industrial and manufacturing expansion, creating a sustained demand for high-quality housing and infrastructure. As Albemarle continues to absorb the outward migration of the greater Charlotte metropolitan area, parcels of this magnitude with multi-point access are becoming increasingly difficult to assemble. This offering represents a deliberate opportunity for long-term equity growth or immediate phased development. Private inquiries and site examinations may be coordinated through Peters & Associates.

About the home

Positioned within the Stanly County Growth Area, this ±125-acre contiguous tract offers an exceptional opportunity for large-scale development in one of Stanly County's emerging growth corridors. With approximately ½ mile of road frontage along Stony Gap Road and public water available, the property provides the scale, visibility, and infrastructure sought by today's developers and investors. Current zoning requires a minimum lot size of approximately ¾ acre, while the property's size and configuration offer significant flexibility for future planning. The tract may be suitable for commercial, industrial, employment, institutional, mixed-use, or master-planned residential development, subject to applicable zoning, utility capacity, and governmental approvals. Conveniently located near Albemarle and within easy access of the greater Charlotte region, the property benefits from expanding economic development, a growing manufacturing base, and convenient connections to regional transportation corridors. Its size supports phased development, multiple points of access, campus-style projects, or long-term investment strategies. Large contiguous tracts of this scale with public water availability and approximately ½ mile of road frontage are becoming increasingly limited throughout the region, presenting a compelling opportunity for developers, end-users, and land investors seeking a strategic position within Stanly County's future growth.

Price in context

• No price changes since it was listed.
• 201 days on the market, listed 2026-01-14.
• County tax assessment $1,330,584; the asking price is 2.40× the assessed value.

Location

Straight-line distances

• Charlotte Country Club: 38.1 mi
• Uptown Charlotte: 40.5 mi
• SouthPark Mall: 41.0 mi
• Quail Hollow Club: 43.0 mi
• Wilson Air Center (private aviation, CLT): 45.6 mi
• Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 46.2 mi

Features

Exterior

Fence, Storage

Lot

Cleared, Corner Lot, Pasture, Pond(s), Rolling Slope, Creek/Stream, Wooded

County

Stanly

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See it privately

Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.