Quick Answer
Where can I buy horse farms in Matthews, NC?
Horse farms for sale in Matthews, NC are concentrated in Mecklenburg County, where rural and agricultural zoning supports barns, riding arenas, and fenced pasture. Properties typically run from the mid-$300,000s for a 5–15 acre hobby farm to $1M+ for larger training facilities and equestrian estates, with most functional horse farms sitting on 10–30 acres. Matthews buyers work with an equestrian-specialty realtor licensed in NC & SC to evaluate barns, footing, water flow, and zoning, and to reach off-market farms before they hit the MLS.
About the Region
Why Matthews.
Historic Matthews blends small-town charm with proximity to Charlotte, making it an attractive option for equestrian buyers who want the best of both worlds. The area features established neighborhoods with horse-friendly zoning, mature trees, and properties large enough for small barn setups and pastures. Matthews is ideal for hobby equestrians and families who want to keep horses at home while remaining close to schools, shopping, and city employment.
What Makes It Special
Living Here · A Note from Lara
What it's like to live in Matthews.
Matthews has one of the prettiest small downtowns in the metro, and the eastern edges still hold pockets of land where you can keep horses. I steer buyers here who want walkable town charm and good schools but still want a barn out back — that's a rarer combination than it sounds this close to Charlotte.
Schools
Matthews is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and is known for some of the stronger schools in the system, including the Providence and Butler areas, with respected private and parochial options in town.
Healthcare
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center and Atrium Health facilities are right here, and the full range of Charlotte hospitals and specialists is 15-20 minutes away. Healthcare is genuinely a strength of this area.
Shopping & Errands
Downtown Matthews has the local shops and a great farmers market, with major shopping at Sycamore Commons and nearby Ballantyne. Everything you need is close.
Dining & Gathering
Historic downtown Matthews is a real gathering place — the Saturday market, festivals, and a strong local restaurant scene. It has the feel of a town that existed long before the suburbs grew around it.
Parks & The Outdoors
The Four Mile Creek Greenway, Stumptown Park, and Squirrel Lake Park give you trails and green space, with the broader Carolina Thread Trail connecting through. Good walking and riding closer to town than you'd guess.
Getting Around
Roughly 20-25 minutes to Uptown Charlotte with quick I-485 access, making CLT airport and the whole metro easy to reach.
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Properties in Matthews.
The Surroundings
Nearby Attractions & Amenities.
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Stumptown Park
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Four Mile Creek Greenway
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Matthews Heritage Museum
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Matthews Property FAQs
Common questions about buying equestrian property in Matthews, Mecklenburg County.
