Why Live in Griers Fork
Griers Fork is an established southwestern Charlotte suburb that has seen significant growth since the completion of Interstate 485, which connects Interstates 85 and 77. Quiet, suburban neighborhoods full of gently curving, sidewalk-lined streets, feature homes on wooded lots or grassy lawns. Housing styles ranging from 1970s ranch and split-level homes to two-story traditional houses from the '80s and '90s. Most have two-car garages and fenced-in backyards. The area is served by Olympic High School, a highly rated Charlotte-Mecklenburg school. At the Whitehall Commons commercial plaza, locals can shop at Walmart and Publix or head to nearby restaurants like Piedmont Social House and Mac's Speed Shop. The Charlotte Premium Outlets are a short drive up Steele Creek Road. Even more commercial areas are within reach along the I-485 corridor. Major recreation destinations are within 10 miles of home, from scenic Lake Wylie to the heart-pounding Carowinds amusement park. Commuters have a roughly 10-mile drive to Uptown Charlotte. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is about 20 minutes from home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Griers Fork a good place to live?
Griers Fork is a good place to live. Griers Fork is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Griers Fork is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Griers Fork has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.5 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $97,976 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Griers Fork are home owners, with 38.8% of residents renting and 61.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Griers Fork can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Griers Fork neighborhood guide.
Is Griers Fork, NC a safe neighborhood?
Griers Fork, NC is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Griers Fork?
The median home price in Griers Fork is $342,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.24%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,690 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Griers Fork. The average household income in Griers Fork is $98K.
What are the best public schools in Griers Fork?
The best public schools that serve Griers Fork are:
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Are home prices dropping in Griers Fork?
Yes, home prices in Griers Fork are down 4% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Griers Fork, NC
On average, homes in Griers Fork, Charlotte sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Griers Fork, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $330,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$332,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$233
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median List Price
$342,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%