Martin Truex Jr., a NASCAR legend and former Cup Series champion, recently listed his North Carolina lakefront estate for $7.5 million. This move signifies a potential departure from Race City, USA for the now-retired racecar driver. The 14,300-square-foot home is situated on nearly five acres in Mooresville’s exclusive Northwood neighborhood, overlooking Lake Norman. Represented by realtor Liza Caminiti of Ivester Jackson and Christie’s International Real Estate, the custom-built estate features multiple garages and a private dock.
Truex, 45, purchased the lot in April 2006 for $1.48 million and oversaw the construction of the European-style stucco manor in 2010. The three-level main house is connected by a carriage and a climate-controlled workshop, creating a private compound feel. Caminiti described the home as having a European style with a touch of a mountain vibe, catering to Truex’s love for remote-control flat-bottom boats, which he enjoyed building in the carriage house garage space.
The estate boasts five bedrooms and nine bathrooms spread across the main and guest quarters. The grand entrance leads to a living room with a stone fireplace and stunning lake views, while the gourmet kitchen connects to a family room and breakfast nook. The primary suite features a private balcony, spacious closet, coffee bar, and a luxurious spa-like bathroom.
Outdoor amenities include two garages – one in the guest house accommodating four cars with the ability to lift vehicles for a total of eight, and a two-car garage near the main house, bringing the total to ten. The luxury extends to an infinity pool with waterfalls, a grilling area, a fire pit, and a garden path leading to a private dock with a boat lift. Truex’s adjacent 4.6-acre plot is also up for sale.
In terms of Truex’s racing career, the 2017 Cup Series champion has taken a step back from full-time competition after the 2024 season. Despite initial expectations of running part-time in 2025, Truex has been notably absent from the track since his Daytona 500 start earlier this year with TRICON Garage. Speculation about running select Xfinity Series races with Joe Gibbs Racing has not materialized, as his name has not been mentioned in the lineup for the remaining open races.
With his Mooresville estate now on the market and a lack of recent competitive starts, it appears that Truex’s future may lead him away from North Carolina and potentially from NASCAR as a whole. After over two decades as a prominent figure on the Cup circuit, Truex’s quiet pivot towards a life outside the racing world marks a new chapter in his storied career.
