Optimist Park Homes for Sale

Q: What are the best public schools in Optimist Park?

The best public schools that serve Optimist Park are:Highland Mill Montessori has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.7.Villa Heights Elementary has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 10:1.First Ward Arts Elementary has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.

Q: What are the best private schools in Optimist Park?

The best private schools that serve Optimist Park are:Trinity Episcopal School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.8.Charlotte Leadership Academy has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 7:1.Brookstone Schools has a student teacher ratio of 11:1.

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$550,000

Open Sat 12PM - 4PM
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,771 Sq Ft
1259 N Caldwell St, Charlotte, NC 28206

Modern 4-story townhouse in the heart of Optimist Park offering 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 1,770 square feet of stylish living space. Designed with a versatile open floor plan, the main living-level features a spacious living room, dining area, and contemporary kitchen complete with a center island breakfast bar seating, pantry, tile backsplash, and abundant counter and cabinet space for

Nicole McAlister

Keller Williams Ballantyne Area

1259 N Caldwell St, Charlotte, NC 28206
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$705,000

New Construction Open Sat 1:30PM - 3:30PM
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,260 Sq Ft
1515 N Caldwell St, Charlotte, NC 28206

Discover modern living in this brand-new construction townhome with no HOA, featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 beautifully designed bathrooms. Thoughtfully crafted with high-end finishes and an open-concept layout, this home offers the perfect blend of style and functionality.The main living area is filled with natural light and flows seamlessly into a sleek, contemporary kitchen—ideal for

Jeena Chandihok Carolina Living Associates LLC

1515 N Caldwell St, Charlotte, NC 28206
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$460,000

$20K PRICE DROP
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,383 Sq Ft
511 Old Mill Rd, Charlotte, NC 28206

Welcome to your new home in Parkwood Square! Great location across from Optimist Hall and close to so many great things. Convenient to the light rail, Sugar Creek Greenway, Birdsong Brewery and so much more, plus just minutes from uptown Charlotte. This lovely 2 bedroom townhome offers a wonderful open floorplan on the main living level. Each of the two bedrooms on the upper level have ensuite

Kathleen Ball Helen Adams Realty

511 Old Mill Rd, Charlotte, NC 28206
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$389,000
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,381 Sq Ft
547 Old Mill Rd, Charlotte, NC 28206

Struggling to find the perfect center-city neighborhood? Your search ends here in Optimist Park. This move-in ready townhome is ideally positioned between Uptown, NoDa, and Plaza Midwood, with the 16th Street light rail station just a few blocks away. With a spacious open-concept main floor and two private bedroom suites on the upper level, each featuring their own full bathroom, this is the

Ian Leonard

5 Points Realty

547 Old Mill Rd, Charlotte, NC 28206
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$750,000
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,184 Sq Ft
1315 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28206

Welcome to luxury urban living in the heart of Optimist Park! This stunning three-story townhome offers over 2,100 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a half bath. The open-concept main level features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, hardwood floors, a designer kitchen with quartz countertops, a large center island, stainless steel

Brandon Williams 5 Points Realty

1315 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28206
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$435,000

$15K PRICE DROP
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,256 Sq Ft
2012 Upstate Way, Charlotte, NC 28206

Welcome to 2012 Upstate Way! This stunning contemporary townhome, built in 2020, offers 1,256 square feet of bright, beautifully designed living space in Charlotte's highly sought-after and historic Belmont neighborhood. With a fantastic Walk Score of 70, this home combines modern luxury with unbeatable urban convenience. Interior Features & Design Boasting 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this

Zach Scarboro Real Broker, LLC

2012 Upstate Way, Charlotte, NC 28206
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$325,000

$25K PRICE DROP
- Land
- 7,927 Sq Ft
- $1,785,714 per Acre
1409 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28206

Fantastic lot in the heart of booming Optimist Park! Sitting on rapidly growing and ever-changing N. Davidson corridor, this lot is just a few blocks from the Parkwood Blue Line light rail station and the shops and restaurants of Optimist Hall. Greenway is just across N Davidson. Minutes to Uptown Charlotte, NoDa and Midwood. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your custom home in one of

Chip Jetton COMPASS

1409 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28206
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$499,000

$126K PRICE DROP
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,809 Sq Ft
401 Charles Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205

Two buildings,located in the heart of NoDa, directly along the LYNX Light Rail and surrounded by high-density residential.Both buildings can be used for commercial uses and 401 Charles Ave can be used for a residential use. The properties are now available for sale or lease, individually or together.

Briley Burris Briley Burris Realty

401 Charles Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205

North Carolina Mecklenburg County Charlotte

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Optimist Park Home Prices vs. Nearby Charlotte, NC Neighborhoods

	Optimist Park	Wilmore	Belmont	North Charlotte
Median Home Price	$585,000	$710,000	$699,000	$499,900
Median Sale Price	$627,500 +11% YoY	$682,500 -1% YoY	$690,000 +18% YoY	$505,000 +2% YoY
Median Single Family Price	$870,000	$700,000	$777,777	$682,500
Median Townhouse Price	$560,000	$685,000	$625,000	$473,910
Median Condo Price	$332,500	$499,900	$540,000	$365,000
Total Active Listings	7	17	29	75
Market Conditions	8 Months of Supply Buyer's Market	4 Months of Supply Balanced Market	6 Months of Supply Buyer's Market	8 Months of Supply Buyer's Market

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Optimist Park a good place to live?

Optimist Park is a good place to live. Optimist Park is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with great transit options. Optimist Park is a suburban neighborhood. Optimist Park has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 13.0 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $77,175 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 49.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Optimist Park are renters, with 86% of residents renting and 14% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Optimist Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Optimist Park neighborhood guide.

Is Optimist Park, NC a safe neighborhood?

Optimist Park, NC is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.

How much do you need to make to afford a house in Optimist Park?

The median home price in Optimist Park is $585,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $117,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.66%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,010 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $129K a year to afford the median home price in Optimist Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Optimist Park is $77K.

What are the best public schools in Optimist Park?

The best public schools that serve Optimist Park are:

Highland Mill Montessori has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
Villa Heights Elementary has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 10:1.
First Ward Arts Elementary has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.

What are the best private schools in Optimist Park?

The best private schools that serve Optimist Park are:

Trinity Episcopal School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
Charlotte Leadership Academy has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 7:1.
Brookstone Schools has a student teacher ratio of 11:1.

What are the most popular zip codes in Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC?

The most popular zip codes in Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC include 28206, 28205, 28202, 28204 and 28216.

What are the most popular neighborhoods near Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC?

The most popular neighborhoods near Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC are Villa Heights, Belmont, Lockwood, Plaza Midwood and North Charlotte.

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