Top 12 Neighborhoods in Charlotte NC in Real Estate Sales

One of the most common questions that clients who are relocating to the area ask is, “Which neighborhoods are the top selling communities in the Charlotte area?” If you’re looking for a place to call home in Charlotte NC, check out these popular subdivisions in Charlotte NC with some of the highest numbers of homes sold in the Charlotte area during 2012.

Here is a list of our top 12 selling subdivisions in 2012 in Charlotte NC

Ballantyne Country Club:

The Ballantyne Country Club is the perfect solution for the discriminating homebuyer searching for homes for sale in a lovely golfing community. Ballantyne Country Club is a great fit for homebuyers looking for that premier South Charlotte address with top notch amenities.

55 homes sold in Ballantyne Country Club during the past year with an average list price of $787,685 and sales price of $740,288.

Beverly Woods:

Beverly Woods Charlotte NC is known for its wonderful SouthPark location as well as the spacious, wooded lots featuring beautiful mature landscaping. Beverly Woods offers a wide variety of home styles, from sought-after ranches to split levels, 2-story colonials and multi-level homes–retro-60’s but, with the conveniences of modern day living!

45 homes sold in Beverly Woods during the past year with an average list price of $277,782 and sales price of $262,538.

Chantilly:

Tucked quietly between Elizabeth and Plaza Midwood, Chantilly is one of Old Charlotte’s favorite historic districts. Located in the shadows of Uptown Charlotte North Carolina real estate, is the Chantilly community.

46 homes sold in Chantilly during the past year with an average list price of $276,510 and sales price of $263,444.

Cotswold:

Cotswold homes are quite the variety with 1950’s and 60’s ranch style homes to completely renovated luxury homes and everything in between. Different home styles within Cotswold reflect the construction that has taken place literally over decades and the modern renovations and updates that have also occurred in this popular Old Charlotte community. Great walkability and location in this sprawling Charlotte neighborhood.

83 homes sold in Cotswold during the past year with an average list price of $423,756 and sales price of $402,227.

Dilworth

This community is almost always on this list–homes in popular, historic Dilworth are typically short-lived on the market and appreciation is one of the highest in the city. The draw to this bungalow-filled community is the incredible walkability along the tree-lined streets and sidewalks.

107 homes sold in Dilworth during the past year with an average list price of $569,160 and sales price of $544,773.

Eastover:

In the Eastover Charlotte NC community, history abounds! This wonderful community is one of the most desired areas in Old Charlotte; the treescape in Eastover is simply breathtaking as are the stately luxury homes. Great location, walkability and school assignments.

62 homes sold in Eastover during the past 12 months with an average list price of $993,608 and an average sales price of $919,327.

Highland Creek:

One of the largest master-planned communities in North Carolina with about 13,000 residing there, this amenity-filled community is divided by the Charlotte-Concord, Mecklenburg-Cabarrus County lines.

194 homes have sold in Highland Creek during the past year with an average list price of $209,061 and sales price of $201,155.

Midwood:

Looking for diversity in a Charlotte community? You don’t have to look far from Charlotte’s Uptown to find it! Midwood is one of Charlotte’s most ‘hip’ neighborhoods! Plaza Midwood is full of rich history yet, urban and hip. Midwood is filled with older, quaint cottages to craftsman-stye bungalows to new construction that is simply gorgeous. You can’t drive through Midwood without seeing neighbors out biking, walking, jogging or beautifying the landscape in this popular Charlotte community.

111 homes sold in Midwood during the past year with an average list price of $288,175 and sales price of $274,494.

***Myers Park:

You’ll find some of the city’s grandest homes are framed by a canopy of massive, old willow oaks. Myers Park Charlotte NC emerged from a large cotton farm in 1911 and has become historic Charlotte’s ‘centerpiece.’ An absolutely beautiful community with a fantastic location.

164 homes have sold in Myers Park during the past year with an average list price of $780,662 and sales price of $738,814.

Piper Glen:

If you’re searching for homes in South Charlotte in a country club community, Piper Glen is certainly a great option. Piper Glen is one of the most popular, close-in country club communities in all of Charlotte. Fabulous amenities and great location, homes in Piper Glen vary in architectural design and offer luxury at its finest throughout this wonderful community.

37 homes have sold in Piper Glen during the past year with an average list price of $654,091 and sales price of $631,243.

Providence Plantation:

This serene community is filled with friendly neighbors and lots of activities for both children and adults. Just over 700 homes make up the Providence Plantation community, most built on large, wooded lots, with building beginning in the mid-1970’s. Lots range from 0.25 to 2 acres with gorgeous landscaping lining the tree-lined, winding roads throughout this lovely community. With a variety of architectural style, Providence Plantation is certainly no cookie-cutter community! From traditional to English Tudor, homes in this subdivision vary on the exteriors as much as the interiors. From Cape Cod plans to wide, open floorplans, you’ll certainly find something that suits your taste in homes priced from the $200,000’s to $1,100,000+.

63 homes sold in Providence Plantation during the past year with an average list price of $445,419 and sales price of $425,447.

Stone Creek Ranch:

Popular Stone Creek Ranch offers a wide variety of home styles and price points from which to choose. From townhomes to villas to single family homes constructed of stone, siding or full brick, Stone Creek Ranch has a myriad of options for even the most discriminating buyer in today’s market. Great amenities, award-winning school assignments and more in Stone Creek Ranch.

58 homes sold in Stone Creek Ranch during the past year with an average list price of $303,108 and sales price of $298,371.

Stonehaven:

Located at the corner of Sardis and Rama Roads, this popular close-in community offers affordable prices with great amenities including pool, clubhouse, playground and tennis.

70 homes sold in Stonehaven during the past year with an average list price of $230,017 and sales price of $218,653.

**Data source CMLS, deemed reliable but, not guaranteed

***Most sales in a single Charlotte neighborhood

Charlotte home buyers, if you are thinking about buying a Charlotte home for sale and would more information on the home buying process, please call me at (704) 491-3310 or email me at SavvyBroker@me.com for more information. If you’d like more advice on negotiating, we can help you with that as well!