Why Live in Southside Park
Southside Park in Charlotte features a mix of condos, apartments, and some residential homes. The area has an industrial feel, with around 400 condos and townhouses and just over 100 homes. The western half of the neighborhood is more residential, with small brick millhouses and leafy sidewalks. Home prices range from $230,000 to $700,000, with townhouses on the higher end. Only 7% of residents own their homes, with the majority renting. Southside Park's crime rate is comparable to the national average. The neighborhood's namesake park offers 20 acres of green space for soccer, basketball, picnics, and hiking. Nearby Clanton Park provides additional recreational facilities, including a gymnasium and the Irwin Creek Greenway. The Charlotte Rail Trail runs along the eastern edge, connecting residents to trendy cafes, bars, and shops. Popular spots include Suffolk Punch Brewing and Spoons. Harris Teeter, Publix, and Atherton Mill shopping mall are just outside the neighborhood, with the mall hosting "Front Porch Sundays" from April to November. The area is well-served by the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) and a nearby light rail station, making it easy to reach Uptown, which is 2 to 4 miles away. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 7 miles from Southside Park. The neighborhood is currently assigned to Dilworth Elementary, Sedgefield Middle, and Myers Park High, with the latter earning high ratings. However, parents should check the current school pipelines on the district's website due to ongoing school reassignments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southside Park a good place to live?
Southside Park is a good place to live. Southside Park is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Southside Park is a suburban neighborhood. Southside Park has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.2 people per acre and a median age of 30. The average household income is $83,792 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 41.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Southside Park are renters, with 91.2% of residents renting and 8.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Southside Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Southside Park neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Southside Park?
The median home price in Southside Park is $582,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $116,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,940 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $126K a year to afford the median home price in Southside Park. The average household income in Southside Park is $84K.
What are the best public schools in Southside Park?
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Home Trends in Southside Park, NC
On average, homes in Southside Park, Charlotte sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Southside Park, Charlotte over the last 12 months is $560,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$560,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$400,800
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$653,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$383
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$582,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%