NEIGHBORHOOD HIGHLIGHTS

Ballantyne

Prime real estate sprinkled among picturesque landscape tends to be one of the attractions of Ballantyne. Located just inside the city limits on the edge of Charlotte’s southern tip, this area has wonderful avenues for easy transportation, making it a desirable location. With a collection of upscale dining, retail and business parks all built around the five-star Ballantyne Resort, Spa and Golf Course, this area is a haven for golf, shopping and culinary enthusiasts.

Birkdale

Birkdale is just 15 minutes north of Uptown and a short jaunt from Lake Norman. Highlighted by the idea that life can be easy, Birkdale is one of those neighborhoods that simply invites you to live here. Centered around the Birkdale Golf Club and Birkdale Village makes for easy access or a brief walk to an abundance of places to eat, shop and play. Overall, this area is more affordable for the average buyer, features properties with larger lots and offers plenty of entertainment.

BLAKENEY / ARDREY

Tucked in the southern part of Charlotte are the friendly areas known as Blakeney and Ardrey. As newer developments, these areas offer the luxury of modern amenities, while maintaining the charming, southern influence of Charleston style homes. Like a little village, the Blakeney Shopping Center sits in the heart of the area and offers a wide variety of dining and shopping options.

Dilworth

If you enjoy historic charm and unique homes with fine character and craftsmanship, you’ll love Dilworth. You’ll find some of Charlotte’s most beautifully restored homes here. The picturesque tree-lined streets, welcoming sidewalks and parklike settings make this a walkable area. This historic neighborood is highlighted with popular and trendy areas to shop and dine. Many restaurants, coffee shops, and specialty retail boutiques line Dilworth’s two main streets of East Blvd and South Blvd. You’ll also find some great bars, spas, salons and local markets – all with a creative flair.

Eastover

This neighborhood has been graced by some of Charlotte’s most exclusive homeowners, which has added to it’s affluent history. Even though you are in the heart of the city, once you are tucked inside the neighborhood, the noise & bustle becomes a distant memory. Georgian style homes dot the manicured lawns and flawless landscape along with many tudor, colonial and traditional style homes. One visit to this beautiful and enchanting neighborhood will draw you in and make you want to stay a bit longer.

ELIZABETH /CHANTILLY

Elizabeth is a unique neighborhood because it’s the only old neighborhood in Charlotte named after a woman, Anne Elizabeth Watts. This neighborhood is known for it’s hundred-year old trees and classically designed historic homes. In the last few years, many of these bungalows and craftsman style homes have been modernized into stylish urban retreats. Only a few blocks from uptown, unique shopping boutiques, fine restaurants and lively taverns add to this neighborrhood’s appeal. With a good mix of Myers Park charm and Plaza-Midwood artistic flair, this is the place to be.

Lake Norman

Living on Lake Norman has many perks. For some, the laid back lifestyle draws them in. For others, it’s the thrill of navigating a boat freely across the open water. The surrounding neighborhoods also offer the same variety. There is something for everyone, not only when it comes to finding a home, but also when it comes to dining, shopping and entertainment.

Lake Wylie

Lake Wylie crosses over the border shared by North Carolina and South Carolina. The allure is not only the waterfront properties that surround the lake’s shores, but also the convenience of being just minutes from Charlotte, Fort Mill, Tega Cay and Rock Hill. Whether you are looking for a rural area to retreat to, an upscale lake house, or even just an everyday neighborhood with a wide array of amenities, Lake Wylie is an ideal option.

Madison Park

With a mature landscape and sidewalks that meander through this quiet neighborhood, it’s easy to see why we’ve seen a revitalization of Madison Park over the last few years. As one of the first Post World War II neighborhoods designed in the 1950’s, this has been a desirable neighborhood for young home buyers who are looking to update, renovate and put their personal touches on functional homes. Minutes from SouthPark, the location is ideal and adds allure.

Myers Park

Myers Park is an affluent neighborhood and home to some of the city’s most prestigious addresses. The curving streets add a beauty to the flowing natural landscape and are lined with century-old Willow Oak trees. Attractions like the Duke Mansion, Wing Haven Gardens and the Manor Theater bring this quiet neighborhood added charm and rich history. Myers Park also offers a wide array of distinguished restaurants and shops, renowned schools and charismatic historic architecture.