Knollwood Village

Independent Assessment

Knollwood Village is one of the more genuinely ambiguous cases in this Sandhills cluster. Two independent secondary directories (55places and greatretirementcommunities.com) both explicitly and specifically describe it as a '55+ age-restricted' community rather than simply a golf community popular with retirees. At the same time, a third source (Topretirements) notes that 'although advertised as a 55-plus community, younger residents are also welcome,' which is consistent with how the federal Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) actually works -- it permits up to 20% of occupied homes to house no resident age 55 or older -- but could also simply reflect informal, loosely enforced practice. The specific recorded Moore County deed or covenant language establishing the restriction could not be located, and at least three separate 'Knollwood' homeowner-association-adjacent web properties for Southern Pines were found (a homeowners association site, a separate neighborhood-organization site, and a community-guide site) that could not be fully reconciled into a single authoritative governing document. Given the specific, repeated '55+ age-restricted' characterization from two directory sources, Knollwood Village is treated as legally age-restricted 55+ rather than as unverified, but the underlying covenant language is flagged as an open item buyers should verify before purchasing.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who want an affordable, walkable, low-key golf lifestyle in a mature, tree-shaded Sandhills setting -- with a modest home price point well below many newer active-adult communities -- are the best fit for Knollwood Village. Its small, walkable 9-hole course and optional access to full-scale Midland Country Club amenities suit golfers who want convenience over a championship-length course, and its low base HOA (offset by mandatory golf dues) suits buyers comfortable budgeting golf membership as a fixed monthly cost of homeownership rather than an optional extra.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Knollwood Village was built in phases over several decades: condominiums date largely to the 1960s and 1970s, ranging from studios to two-bedroom units; townhomes were added mostly in the 1970s and 1980s with some construction continuing into the late 1990s and early 2000s; and single-family sections round out the roughly 240-home total. The identity of the original developer(s) could not be independently confirmed given the community's age and multi-phase, multi-decade build-out.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

Knollwood Village is reported at a median home price around $320,000, with a median list price near $300,000 as of February 2026 -- a notably more affordable price point than many newer active-adult communities in the broader Sandhills region. Given the wide range of unit types (studio and one-bedroom condos up through larger townhomes and single-family homes), buyers should request recent closed comparables for the specific unit type and section they are considering.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

Knollwood Village is a fully built-out, resale-only community with no new construction; some secondary sources explicitly describe it as 'resale only.' Given the wide range of build dates (largely 1960s through early 2000s), resale buyers should budget for a full independent inspection with particular attention to unit age and condition, confirm which mandatory golf and HOA fees attach to the specific unit, and request the association's current financials before closing.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes here are subject to Moore County property tax, assessed at the county's current rate; buyers should confirm current millage directly with the Moore County Tax Office. North Carolina's Elderly or Disabled Property Tax Homestead Exclusion (N.C.G.S. 105-277.1) allows qualifying owners 65 or older (or totally and permanently disabled), below an annually adjusted income threshold, to exclude the greater of $25,000 or 50% of their home's appraised value from taxation, by filing Form AV-9 with the county assessor by June 1.

Golf

Knollwood Village's on-site course, Knollwood Fairways, is a walkable, par-35, 9-hole layout, described by secondary sources as suited to a relaxed, low-key round rather than a championship test. Golf club membership is reported as mandatory for Knollwood homeowners rather than optional, at a reported cost of roughly $145-$175 per month plus a one-time transfer fee around $4,000 at closing. Homeowners are also offered membership at Midland Country Club, about two miles down Midland Road, which adds a separate nine-hole course along with its own clubhouse, pool, and restaurant; buyers should confirm current terms for both memberships directly with the relevant operators.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Knollwood Village offers an unusually mature, walkable, low-key version of Sandhills golf living: single-level homes on wooded lots along quiet lanes, a small and approachable 9-hole course rather than a resort-length layout, and a modest clubhouse/pool/fitness center core rather than a large activities complex. Its position between Pinehurst's golf-resort core and Southern Pines' equestrian district gives residents easy access to both without living directly inside either.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

The community sits in northwest Southern Pines, Moore County, roughly two miles from Midland Country Club along Midland Road, and within easy reach of both downtown Southern Pines and the Village of Pinehurst. The broader Sandhills region offers more than 40 golf courses within roughly a 30-mile radius, along with access to FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital and the Pinehurst-Southern Pines-Aberdeen commercial corridor.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Two independent secondary real-estate directories (55places and greatretirementcommunities.com) both specifically describe Knollwood Village as a '55+ age-restricted' community, distinguishing it from several nearby golf communities in this same cluster where no such specific age-restriction claim could be found. However, a third secondary source (Topretirements) notes that although the community is advertised as 55-plus, younger residents are also welcome -- which may simply reflect standard HOPA practice (up to 20% of occupied homes may house no resident 55 or older) or may reflect looser informal enforcement. The specific recorded Moore County deed or covenant language establishing the restriction could not be independently verified. Buyers who require a strictly verified age-restricted environment should request the actual recorded covenants and current age-verification procedures directly from the HOA before purchasing.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

The golf membership at Knollwood is reported as mandatory rather than optional, adding roughly $145-$175 per month on top of a very low base HOA fee, plus a one-time transfer fee around $4,000 at closing -- a real added cost non-golfing buyers should weigh carefully. The specific recorded age-restriction covenant language could not be confirmed, and one source explicitly notes that younger residents are also welcome, so buyers who specifically require a strictly enforced, verified 55-and-older environment should confirm current occupancy rules directly with the HOA before purchasing. Homes are also older on average than at newer active-adult communities, with condominium sections dating to the 1960s-1970s, so systems and finishes vary widely by unit and section.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Within the Pinehurst-Southern Pines cluster, Knollwood Village is distinguished by its age (one of the oldest communities in the area), its unusually low base HOA fee offset by mandatory golf dues, and its notably more affordable price point compared with newer active-adult product in the region. Unlike several other golf-oriented communities examined in this same Moore County cluster -- including Woodlake Country Club, Beacon Ridge, and the Country Club of North Carolina -- Knollwood Village carries specific, repeated '55+ age-restricted' characterization from independent directories rather than simply an informal reputation as retiree-popular.

Current Listings

A connected local agent can provide current available resale inventory across Knollwood Village's condominium, townhome, and single-family sections, along with recent closed comparables.

Is Knollwood Village legally age-restricted to 55 and older?

Two independent real-estate directories describe it as a '55+ age-restricted' community, but a third notes that younger residents are also welcome, and the specific recorded Moore County covenant language could not be independently verified. Buyers who need a strictly verified age-restricted environment should confirm current rules directly with the HOA.

Does Knollwood Village have a golf course?

Yes. The community has its own walkable, par-35, 9-hole course (Knollwood Fairways), and homeowners are also offered membership at Midland Country Club about two miles away. Golf membership is reported as mandatory for homeowners, at roughly $145-$175 per month.

What is the HOA fee at Knollwood Village?

The base HOA/POA fee is reported at only about $120 per year, but golf membership is separately mandatory at roughly $145-$175 per month, plus a reported one-time transfer fee around $4,000 at closing.

How many homes are in Knollwood Village and what types?

Approximately 240 residences, including condominiums, townhomes, and single-family homes, all single-level, built in phases from the late 1950s/1960s through the early 2000s.