South Charlotte Real Estate

South Charlotte blends the charm of close-knit community with the convenience of urban living. Just a short drive from this area of the city is Uptown, quaint suburbs, state-of-the-art hospitals, excellent schools, beautiful parks, countless entertainment options and activities. With so many possibilities in one area, it is easy to see why many residents have chosen to live in South Charlotte. From the luxury of Ballantyne and Myers Park, to the small town ambiance of Pineville and Matthews, South Charlotte encourages residents to live the lifestyle of their dreams.

Charlotte is known as a banking and financial center, but CNNMoney.com in 2008 ranked the Queen City as the 8th Best Place to “Live and Launch” a business. With a diverse job market that caters to workers at every skill level, Charlotte provides a perfect blend of technical, skilled and professional education opportunities. University of North Carolina-Charlotte, Queens University of Charlotte and Pfeiffer University offer undergraduate and graduate programs in nearly every field of study to successfully fulfill the demand for workers in the area. Banking, technology and healthcare are major industries in Charlotte.

When residents are not working, they can enjoy numerous recreation and entertainment options. South Charlotte is a paradise for golfers looking to improve their handicap with numerous public and private courses. Whether an amateur or professional, players can practice on scenic fairways and challenging greens at such courses as the Ballantyne Country Club, TPC at Piper Glen, Quail Hollow Golf Club, Longview Country Club and Providence Country Club. For nature lovers, McDowell Nature Center and Preserve and James Boyce Park offer hiking trails, a campground, picnic shelters and plenty of green space for children to roam. Fishermen, boaters and swimmers will enjoy the waters of Lake Wylie and Lake Norman.

South Charlotte also has its fair share of shopping and dining opportunities. SouthPark Mall combines national retailers and luxury boutiques for a unique shopping experience. In one location, you can find bags at Louis Vuitton and Coach, grab a coffee at Starbucks, pick up a bestseller at Joseph-Beth Booksellers and sit down for a delicious dinner at Maggiano's Little Italy. Other shopping centers include Ballantyne Village, The Arboretum Shopping Center and Carolina Place Mall. South Charlotte also has a wonderful blend of local eateries and fine restaurants – each with its own distinct cuisines and scrumptious dishes.

Properties in the South Charlotte real estate market include single family homes, town homes, condominiums, luxury properties, golf homes and everything in between. South Charlotte encompasses new, master-planned communities and historic neighborhoods with tree-lined streets, quiet cul-de-sacs and a variety of floor plans and architectural styles. For more information about South Charlotte homes for sale, contact Shirley Smith, your South Charlotte real estate specialist.

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