Optimist Park Homes for Sale

Optimist Park in Charlotte offers a diverse range of housing options, including apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes, with a mix of original and new constructions. The neighborhood features single-family bungalows and ranch-style houses from the 1970s and 80s, though these rarely come on the market. Modern apartments reflect the original mill style, and townhouses built from the mid-2000s to 2023 are also available. About 64% of residents are renters. For things to do, McGill Rose Garden provides a scenic spot with over 200 varieties of roses, while Little Sugar Creek Greenway offers 19 miles of paved trails. Cordelia Park includes a public swimming pool, playground, and basketball court. Optimist Hall, a repurposed mill, serves as a community hub with over 25 eateries and hosts events like neighborhood block parties and vintage markets. The area also has local breweries, restaurants, and cafes, with larger stores like Target and Trader Joe's a few miles away at the Metropolitan shopping center. Transportation is convenient with the Parkwood station on the LYNX Blue Line, CATS bus stops, and proximity to Interstate 277. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is about ten miles west, and Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center is two miles south. Schools in the area have average ratings, and students can apply to magnet schools within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District.