Wednesday, August 30, 2006

Here is a look at some of Charlotte's neighborhoods from a distance... if you live there, or know someone who does, feel free to post. This is from a letter I send to newcomers considering Charlotte-- but what are the essentials, can't miss features in these areas? you decide

When it comes to neighborhoods, Charlotte has about all of them. Center city, or the area inside the I- 277 Loop, is home of the condominium. High rise- mid rise and a few townhouses, the few single families are generally 900K plus, and there are only a small number, probably <200. Condos start from around 140K, occasionally lower! Our closest-in suburb is Dilworth, zip code 28203. Built in the 1930's and 40's, this very convenient neighborhood began as a first home inexpensive neighbor to Myers Park.. but during the 1990's it transformed itself to the spot among young and old alike for people who like to walk to the stores, restaurants and shops. Prices on 2000 sf homes generally start in the 400's, but 5-600 is most common.

Next to Dilworth is Myers park, homes for Charlotte's Doctor's, Lawyers, and now Bank exec's wh wantl the 3000-10,000 square foot homes. Wide streets and hundred year oaks are common, many of the smaller homes have been replaced my larger and sometimes over sized houses on some of the smaller lots. 700k to 5 M here. Charlotte's two best city parks sit between Myers Park and Dilworth-- Freedom Park and Latta Park.

Heading south of Myers Park, you run into the logically named South Park. This is home to Charlotte's' best shopping district, Southpark Mall and Phillips Place, and is also the 4th largest business district in NC. You'll find Nordstrom's and Luis Vitton, as well as PF Changs and the Palm at Philip's Place. Neiman marcus in September. Quality homes from the 300's here. These are the fastest appreciating neighborhoods in S Charlotte. It is noteworthy that they are no more than 10-15 minutes to the Center City.

And from here out nice homes in good neighborhoods start from around 200k.
Tell us about your neighborhood:
What about Ballantyne?
Matthews?
Weddington?
Waxhaw?
Huntersville?
Cornelius?
Denver?
Lake Wylie?
Berewick?