Why Live in Providence
Providence in South Charlotte is a sprawling neighborhood where stately subdivisions are full of large, well-manicured lots. The area features a mix of Colonial Revival, Federal-inspired and New Traditional homes, often exceeding 2,500 square feet. Subdivisions like Raintree, Providence Plantation and Waverly offer diverse housing options, from grand family homes to townhouses. Residents enjoy proximity to numerous shopping centers, including The Arboretum, Waverly and StoneCrest, which host a variety of boutiques, supermarkets and fine dining establishments. For groceries, residents can choose from several major stores, including Harris Teeter, The Fresh Market, Whole Foods and Walmart. The area’s most popular outdoor space is Colonel Francis J. Beatty Park, which is full of soccer fields, trails for hiking and mountain biking and a fishing lake. There are also several country clubs like TPC Piper Glen, which features an Arnold Palmer-designed golf course. As part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg school district, the neighborhood is served by highly rated schools like Providence High School. Highly rated private schools like Charlotte Latin School and Charlotte Country Day School are also nearby. Major thoroughfares include Interstate 485 and Providence Road, providing convenient access to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 23 miles away, and Uptown Charlotte, 12 miles north. Public transportation is limited to the Charlotte Area Transit System line 61x, which connects residents to Uptown during peak hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Providence a good place to live?
Providence is a good place to live, receiving 4.4 stars from its residents. Providence is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Providence has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.8 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $165,900 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Providence are home owners, with 24.3% of residents renting and 75.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Providence can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Providence neighborhood guide.
Is Providence, NC a safe neighborhood?
Providence, NC is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Providence?
The median home price in Providence is $789,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $157,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,930 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $168K a year to afford the median home price in Providence. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Providence is $166K.
What are the best public schools in Providence?
The best public schools that serve Providence are:
- Ardrey Kell High has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Providence High has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- Jay M Robinson Middle School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 2.4.
What are the best private schools in Providence?
The best private schools that serve Providence are:
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Home Trends in Providence, NC
On average, homes in Providence, Charlotte sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Providence, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $781,250, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$781,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$822,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$474,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$485,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$281
Number of Homes for Sale
78
Last 12 months Home Sales
366
Median List Price
$789,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%