Charlotte is a growing suburb of Lansing that offers a small-town community feel with city-like amenities. “Most people are nice. If someone needs help, lots of people will come together to help,” says Teresa Redfield, an experienced realtor with Keller Williams Realty Lansing-East. The community in Charlotte is excited to invest in their future with a new growth plan. Vision 2025 is a five-year plan to improve the quality of life in Charlotte. End goals include providing better resources, outreach, and communication for residents and other city/township organizations.
Charlotte is in the central portion of the county between Eaton Township and Carmel Township.
At Charlotte Shoe Repair you can purchase premium boots or have a trusted pair repaired.
Closer to downtown you will find areas of renovated older homes side by side.
The beautiful historic courthouse in downtown Charlotte is home to the Courthouse Square Museum.
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New-traditional abodes and renovated Victorian homes
Homes in Charlotte are suitable for a range of different homebuyers. “We have variety. There are newer homes. We have a newer subdivision,” Redfield says. “There’s a lot of older Victorians. Older homes that people take care of.” On the city’s outskirts are cozy ranches and farmhouses with acres of land. The city itself holds newer constructions that are more traditional and craftsman-style. “Prices are a minimum of $150,000 up to $400,000. Newer construction would be more,” Redfield says. “Homes by the lake are more. Homes within the city and the older homes range from $170,000 to $250,000. The price range is broad.” These homes have three to five bedrooms and are usually above 1,500 square feet.
Large traditional homes are becoming more common in the rural areas outside Charlotte.
New-traditional style neighborhoods are becoming more common in the rural areas.
Renovated Victorian style homes can be found on the edges of downtown Charlotte.
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Parks, lakes and creeks to explore
Bennett Park is the largest city park at 117 acres. Hiking trails, picnic tables, horseshoe pits and three playgrounds comprise most of the park. Tributes and floral decorations can be found in Veterans Memorial Park and Memorial Tree Garden, which are subsections of Bennett Park. Lincoln Park is the second largest city park at 19 acres. Play a competitive game at the disc golf course or volleyball courts. Skaters will enjoy the state-of-the-art skate park. Those who love to sled in the winter will enjoy the sledding hill open on Shepherd Street. Crandell Park is the newest and largest park in Eaton County. Take a leisurely afternoon walk on the hiking trails. Anglers can test their luck on the lake.
Battle Creek runs through Bennett Park and is 55 miles long.
Crandell Lake in the park offers access to watersports like fishing and kayaking.
Crandell Park is a public park in Eaton County covering about 432 acres.
Bennett park includes picnic facilities, hiking and three playgrounds.
Crandell Lake is Eaton County's largest lake at 160 acres in size.
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Charlotte Public Schools
Students can start their time in Charlotte Public Schools at Parkview Elementary. The school earns a B rating on Niche and educates first through third-grade students. Charlotte Upper Elementary has a C-plus on Niche and teaches grades four through six. Charlotte Middle School has a C on Niche. Seventh and eighth-grade students can take specialized visual arts, STEM, and career skills courses. Charlotte Senior High School has a B-minus on Niche. Students can participate in 13 clubs or try out for the 20 sports offered throughout the year.
Entrance sign to Charlotte High School.
Parkview Elementary in Charlotte, Michigan.
Galewood Elementary in Charlotte has approx. 230 students with a teacher ratio of 14 to 1.
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Family owned shops
“We have really cool shops. There’s a couple of clothing, cafes, and unique places to shop,” Redfield says. “A lot of small businesses.” Many of these shops can be found along Cochran Ave or Lansing Street. Acapulco Mexican Grill is a Lansing-based chain. Sip on refreshing cocktails while eating traditional Mexican dishes. Sidestreets Deli and Bakery is a good spot for lunch and satisfying the sweet cravings with their fresh baked good. Folks can stock their weekly groceries from Meijer off East Clinton Trail. Walmart Supercenter is available for other convenient items off Packard Highway.
Cochran Ave in downtown Charlotte is lined with numerous repurposed historic buildings.
A patron enjoys a coffee during their busy day at Fay's Evelyn Bay Coffee in Charlotte.
Sidestreets Deli & Bakery in Charlotte offers a selection of meats, cheeses, and pastries.
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Bluegrass music and popular festivals
Charlotte Celebrate Festival is an annual event held on Father’s Day weekend. Fun highlights include live band concerts, a cruise-in car show, a Father’s Day pancake breakfast or a basketball tournament. Charlotte Bluegrass is the premier festival for this genre in Michigan, held in June. Bluegrass is a type of American folk music native to the Appalachian area. Enjoy three days of golden bluegrass entertainment with some of the genre's biggest names. Charlotte Frontier Days is the most popular event that’s been going on for over 50 years. Some highlights include a parade, a pageant contest, an arts and crafts show, and an outdoor club rodeo. This event is held around the week after Labor Day.
Transportation to larger cities
Interstate 69 runs directly through Charlotte. “Charlotte has easy access to get on the highway,” Redfield says. “There are three exits to the town.” Charlotte is 22 miles southwest of Lansing, making it easy for those needing to commute. “We’re pretty centrally located, about 20 to 30 minutes to Lansing. It’s centrally located to the bigger cities,” Redfield says. “It’s attractive to people that work because they don’t have to drive too far depending on where they work.” Capital Region International Airport is 25 miles north, offering domestic flights to Chicago, Detroit, Washington DC, and Orlando.
I started in Real Estate in 1993 and joined RE/MAX in 1998. Before I became a Realtor, I worked as a property assessor and then a property appraiser. I also worked for GM and retired in 2006 with a early retirement. I am married and together we have 3 children and 3 grand kids. I have lived in the area my entire life. Most of my business is repeat business and referrals.
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