What is a duet?

A duet is similar to a duplex. It is a home that is attached to another home on one side. There are only 2 homes attached for each set of duets.  The purchaser would be buying either the left or the right side of the duet.

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What size are the duets?

All duets are 2 stories. A parking pad to accommodate 2 vehicles will be provided.

 

The Harmon Model is 1370sf with 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths. All 3 bedrooms are on the 2nd floor. 

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Do the duets have garages?

There is no garage, however, there will be a parking pad which can accommodate 2 vehicles for each duet. 

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How much does a duet cost?

The duet homes will start at $245,000.

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Is there any down payment assistance to purchase a duet?

The purchasers may be eligible to receive up to $80,000 in down payment assistance. The available down payment assistance programs are House Charlotte, House Charlotte Plus and Community Partner Loan Pool (CPLP). 

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Where can I find out more information about the down payment assistance programs?

https://dreamkeypartners.org/house-charlotte-program/

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https://dreamkeypartners.org/cplp-program/

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Is there a required amount for the Earnest Money Deposit?

The required Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is $1500. 

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Is there a waitlist?

There will be no waitlist for the properties. Properties will be available for offers at 30-60 days from anticipated construction completion date.

 

Can our offer roll over to the next lot?

No, if you offer is not selected, you will need to submit another offer for a different home.

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I want a particular lot/model can I reserve a specific lot/duet?

No holds or reservations are available for a duet.

 

We anticipate the next duets will be available for closing in Spring 2024. 

950 /1000 Roddey Ave will be 3 bedrooms with a first floor bedroom.

1425/1427  Norris Ave will be 3 bedrooms all 3 bedrooms upstairs

1518/1520  Norris Ave will be 3 bedrooms all 3 bedrooms upstairs

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What is the turnaround time once an offer is submitted?

Once an offer is submitted, you or your agent should have a response within 2-3 business days. 

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Can I select the finishes or make changes to a duet while it is being built?

No changes or customization can be made to the homes.  The interior finishes and exterior colors are selected by the builder. 

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Is there an HOA? Are there any amenities?

There is no Homeowners Association (HOA). However, there is a shared maintenance agreement for each duet. You will share a privacy fence between between the yards.

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There is a county park located a short distance from the duets. Located nearby in the  Druid Hills community there is a county pool- the Double Oaks Aquatic Center.  

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Is there a model home available to view?

There is no model home. Once the first duet is completed there will be a virtual tour and photographs of each floorplan available on the website: www.legacydruidhills.com

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Are sellers open to Investors?

The Legacy duets are not available to be purchased by an investor. The homes must be purchased as a primary residence and owner occupied. 

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I want to purchase a duet, what do I need to do? 

All buyers need to complete a Home Buyer education class. You can register for a class with Dream Key Partners https://dreamkeypartners.org/homeownership-education/

Once you have received your certificate of completion, let your Dream Key Partners Counselor know you are ready to proceed in purchasing a home.  The counselor will verify your income meets the income guidelines and refer you to a lender if you are not currently working with a lender. Once you have completed these steps, the counselor will refer you or you and your agent to the listing agent- Melissa Gaston Realty, to submit an offer to purchase for a duet. 

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Is there a maximum income limit for a buyer to purchase a duet?

Yes, the maximum income to purchase a duet is listed in the chart below. The income limit is 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI)  for Mecklenburg County.