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About Charlotte

charlotte, ncIf you are looking for big city amenities and small town charm or world-class cultural facilities to award-winning outdoor activities, look no further than Charlotte.


 

EXLPORE CHARLOTTE AREAS

Ballantyne  |  Cotswold  |  Dilworth  |  Elizabeth  |  Myers Park  |  NoDa  |  Plaza Midwood  |  South Park


 

Located on the border of North and South Carolina, between the Smokey Mountains and the Carolina Coastline, it’s central location helped Charlotte earn the nickname, “The International Gateway to the South.” Charlotte, “The Queen City,” is the largest city in the Carolina’s. Known for being a “new” city and the second largest banking center in the United States, it has it’s fair share of history. Charlotte and its resident county are named in honor of Charlotte of Mecklenburg Strelitz, the queen consort of British King George III in Charlotte.

Uptown Charlotte, also known as Center City has seen unbelievable growth in the past few years. Several Fortune 500 companies are headquartered here, including Bank of America, Duke Energy, and Wells Fargo(East Coast operations). Museums, theaters, hotels, urban developments, restaurants, and bars make it a great place to work and play. Sport fans will not be disappointed with Bank of America Stadium – home of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers, Time Warner Cable Area – home of the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets, BB&T Ballpark – home of the International League’s Charlotte Knights, and the NASCAR Hall of Fame all located Uptown and are city blocks away from one another. If you want to get your feet wet, try the U.S. National White Water Center. These state of the art facilities give “big city” sports fans a lot to cheer about.

In the last few years the corporate world of “Uptown” Charlotte have revitalized nearby historical areas like Dilworth, NoDa, Elizabeth, and Plaza Midwood. These charming urban and eclectic neighborhoods are filled with inclusive art galleries, breweries and restaurants linked by greenway, bike routes and the light rail.

As you leave “Uptown” you will approach beautiful large pin oak lined streets which lead to you the most exclusive areas of Charlotte known as the South Park area. It boosts the Myers Park, Quail Hollow and South ParkMall. This entire area touts the upscale feel of old money and the old South.

Drive South of Charlotte to see the Ballantyne and Blakeney Communities. These newest areas of Charlotte are also known for upscale suburban living. Ballantyne has high-end shopping and one of the largest business parks in the area and is home to many Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies.

Education plays an important role around Charlotte. Charlotte is known for one of the best cities for college grads looking for a job. So many choices such as UNC Charlotte, Charlotte School of Law, Johnson & Wales University, Queens University, Johnson C. Smith, Central Piedmont Community College(one of the Top Five Community Colleges in the Country), Davidson College and Winthrop University. Charlotte is a great place to start or continue your education.

To learn more about the Charlotte Area and Neighborhoods click on the Area Links.

Charlotte Life

suzwsigWhen it comes to the Charlotte Area you can call me the go to expert. I have been a resident and Realtor in the Charlotte, NC area for over 20 years. I have helped countless families relocate to this beautiful place I call home.

Charlotte is a great place to live, work and play!